HR Business Partner - Specified Purpose ContractHybridInland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) has an opportunity for a HR Business Partner to join the HR team on a specified purpose contract basis.
This position will be responsible for leading and delivering a broad range of strategic and operational projects to achieve IFI's corporate and people strategies.
Working collaboratively with people managers and employees at the coal face, the HRBP will work alongside the business to deliver on operational objectives.
The HRBP will also identify and implement interventions to improve the HR offering in a collaborative team-based environment including leading and designing key projects and initiatives that enables our culture and our people to develop in line with IFI's strategic vision.
ABOUT US Inland Fisheries Ireland are the environmental agency responsible for protecting, managing and conserving Ireland's inland fisheries and sea angling resources.
More information can be found by visiting our website.
VISION, MISSION & VALUES Vision To place the inland fisheries resource in the best sustainable position possible for the benefit of future generations.
Mission To protect, manage and conserve Ireland's inland fisheries and sea angling resources and to maximize their sustainability and natural biodiversity.
Values We work collaboratively with professionalismWe are open, transparent and accountableWe act with respect and integrityWe are committed to stewardship and sustainabilityKEY RESPONSIBILITIES The HR Business Partner will add value and contribute to the delivery of the organisation objectives by working as a business partner, providing professional HR advice to all staff groups and provide support in all HR functional areas including:
Supporting the Effective Management of People Act as a focal point for the provision of HR advice and support to assigned districts and departments.Provide appropriate advice and support to the areas in the interpretation and application of terms and conditions of service, employment law and HR policies and procedures.Collating, analysing and interpreting HR performance management data, (e.g.
staffing numbers, absences, staffing profiles etc.
), as required to assist districts/departments in achieving their service objectives, corporate milestones and supporting managerial decision making.Managing the Consequences of Organisational Change Working in partnership with operations/departments, assisting in the development and implementation of organisational change with particular reference to HR implications.Support the working practices of HR staff in the wider HR team, ensuring the implementation of good HR working practices and liaising with other HR staff to achieve an efficient and effective HR service throughout.In conjunction with HR colleagues, participate in consultation and negotiation with staff side representatives at a district/departmental level.Planning and Utilising the Workforce Contribute effectively to the workforce planning process within the specified districts/departments, ensuring the organisation is equipped to meet changing service needs through challenging professional boundaries and traditional ways of working.Monitor resource trends within assigned districts/departments advising on recruitment and retention practice and encouraging the effective utilisation of staffing resources through the proactive use of workforce information.Employee Relations Matters Support districts/departments in the management of change initiatives within their areas.
To deal with employee relations issues and providing sound advice on operational IR issues that arise across the organisation.Advise and support districts/departments in ensuring best practice people management taking into account employee rights and entitlements and ensuring that all staff are treated with dignity and respect.Recruitment and Onboarding Recruitment process through all stages from drafting role specs and providing administrative support to chairing recruitment selection panels.Onboarding process for all incoming personnel including employees, secondees and consultants, tailoring same as required.Conduct the induction process for all incoming personnel including employees, secondees and consultants, tailoring same as required.Gather feedback on recruitment and develop reporting to support continuous improvement and best practice.Prepare recruitment reports for the Head of HR and Executive Team.Continuously review and develop the recruitment process ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is at the forefront of all aspects of the process.Compensation and Benefits Support on payroll inputs for the organisation including increment management, deductions and benefit administration, attending payroll/HR meetings.Performance Management Support the probation process for all new employees and secondees of the Organisation, including supporting line managers in same.Support the performance management process for all employees and secondees of the Organisation, including the supporting of line managers in same.Training and Development Develop and deliver internal training courses as required.Deliver training on policies and procedures.HR Projects & Programmes Lead and participate in HR projects and programmes supporting the alignment of people processes, culture, systems, and the employee experience.Project manage, plan, and implement people initiatives to enable business areas to achieve their goals.Reporting Responsibility for reporting returns to IFI's parent Department and collating response to PQs in relation to HR matters.Preparing reports for submission as part of the annual C&AG Audit.Job requirementsKEY KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE A relevant third level Honours degree in a business, HR or related discipline.A full Category B driving licence that is valid in Ireland.Member of the CIPD.At least 5 years relevant experience in a HR across all aspects of HR.A demonstrable knowledge of the core aspects of Human Resource Management: employee relations; recruitment, performance management; leadership development; employee engagement and employment law.Significant experience of Industrial Relations processes and practices and working in a unionised environment.Experience of implementing change management projects/programmes.Proven experience and capability to project manage, lead and implement a wide range of HR programmes and projects.Strong technical HR knowledge across broad range of disciplines.Strong experience and a thorough understanding of HR processes and practices.Strong experience of Industrial Relations processes and practices and working in a unionised environment.Experience of HR Governance & Compliance.Ability to negotiate with and influence managers and staff.Ability to undertake research and analyse data producing reports and performance metrics as required.The capacity to lead, influence and support implementation through multiple stakeholders at local level to ensure implementation of new policies, programmes, and recommendations.Have a proven record of achievement.Possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including sufficient administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.Demonstrable ability to prioritise and manage a busy workload with conflicting deadlines.Demonstrate a level of employment legislation and/or case law knowledge.Public Sector experience would be desirable but not essential.A practical knowledge of industrial relations, public service agreements and the industrial relations machinery of the State is desirable.Strong HR solutions focus – track record of working in a fast-paced environment which demands challenging deliverables along with the ability to drive appropriate solutions which are customer focused, add value and are cost effective.Other Requirements Specific to the Post A flexible approach to working hours is required from time to time in order to ensure appropriate HR support to a service which operates on a 24/7 basis.KEY SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES Leadership & Teamwork The capacity to lead, organise and motivate staff to function effectively in times of rapid change.Act as a key change agent and facilitator, drive operations to achieve maximum speed of improvement implementations while maintaining and respecting operational ownership of the process and performance of the business.Ability to balance the interests of key stakeholders in the organisation.Collaborative style and a good team player.Planning & Organisational Evidence of effective planning and organising skills including awareness of resource management and importance of value for money.Record of achievement of cross functional strategic initiatives and significant change projects in a variety of settings and situations.Ability to recognise and solve inefficiencies within the environment.To standardise and reduce the variation in current governance practices and processes.The ability to evaluate complex information from a variety of sources, make and communicate effective decisions.Working with key stakeholders and corrective action planning systems with respect to deviations from planned performance.Assist in the delivery of key targets by ensuring a strong control system is put in place.Excellent analytical skills.Communication & Interpersonal Flexible team-oriented person and a relationship builder and have a significant record of accomplishment of achievement in the area.The ability to communicate ideas, positions, and information clearly and convincingly in a manner sensitive to wider issues.Influence organisation culture by assisting in team building and bridging silos.Shows passion, energy and personal awareness.Demonstrates flexibility by adapting to the changing nature of the role.Consistently delivers on commitments.Conveys a high degree of self confidence.Ability to manage high workloads & conflicting priorities.Looks beyond immediate issues, to develop strategies for both the medium and long term.Utilises all resources to turn strategies into action.Disseminates complex information in a clear way to keep others informed.REMUNERATION The salary scale for the position is at the level of Higher Executive Officer as applies in Inland Fisheries Ireland, it is a 9-point scale including 2 long service increments (LSI's):
Candidates should note that salary will not be subject to negotiation and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.
New entrants to the public sector will start on point 1 subject to Haddington Road Agreement and subsequent Government Agreements. LOCATION This role will be based in Citywest, Dublin or Limerick.
Due to the nature of this role, there will be a requirement for occasional travel throughout Ireland and on occasion, this may involve overnight stays.
Domestic subsistence rates will apply, as per Circular 19/2023: Domestic Subsistence Allowances.
TENURE This role is being offered on a specified purpose contract basis, which is expected to last up until the 24th April 2026.
APPLICATIONS & SELECTION PROCESS A cover letter and up to date Curriculum Vitae should be submitted by midnight on Friday 25th of April 2025. Late applications will not be processed. Short listing will be based on information provided in the Cover Letter and CV. Canvassing will disqualify. Inland Fisheries Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
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