Head of Region Northern Ireland

About Trócaire

Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises they create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world.

Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. With the support of the generous people of Ireland, we work towards five goals:

• Defend Human Rights and Promote Access to Justice;
• Achieve Climate & Environmental Justice;
• Ensure Women & Girls’ Protection, Voice & Influence;
• Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity and
• Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice.

Trócaire Northern Ireland is a subsidiary of Trócaire established as a company limited by guarantee, to deliver Trócaire’s operations in Northern Ireland.

Role:

As a member of the Ireland Division’s leadership team, the purpose of the Head of Region (NI) role is to lead the implementation of Trócaire’s Ireland Divisional strategy in Northern Ireland by building dynamic communities of change to achieve global justice. Reporting to the Director of Ireland Programmes, the Head of Region (NI) will be responsible for public engagement, income generation, marketing, managing Trócaire’s Northern Ireland office and acting as the Company Secretary for Trócaire’s Northern Ireland Board.

Reporting to the Director of Ireland Programmes, this is a permanent role for indefinite duration and is based in Belfast. The incumbent will manage a small team with 2 direct reports, 11 in team overall. An application can be made for a hybrid working arrangement under the hybrid working policy.

Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children& Adults Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Global Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives.

Any candidate offered a job with Trócaire will be expected to sign Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policies and Global Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents. All offers of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory references and appropriate screening (e.g. police/garda vetting, counter terrorism and anti-trafficking). Trócaire also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme and all employees will be subject to this as part of contract of employment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Organisational Leadership: as a member of the Ireland Division’s Leadership Team, contribute strongly to the setting and delivery of Divisional strategic objectives and support the delivery of cross-organisational initiatives and projects
• Strategy: contribute to the delivery and regular review of the Ireland Divisional strategy (2021-2025). Ensure delivery of the key elements of Trócaire’s strategic plan in Northern Ireland including; Outreach (Development Education, Advocacy Campaigns, Church Outreach and Volunteers), Communications and Income Generation (Public and Institutional)
• Team Leadership: Lead the Trócaire Northern Ireland team to continue to be a high performing and dynamic team. Within Trócaire’s matrix management structure, foster a culture of empowered accountability across Trócaire Northern Ireland within the Ireland Division with a coaching style of leadership to enhance team performance and motivation
• Relationship and Stakeholder Management: Lead engagement with external stakeholders including Church leaders, key Politicians, UK and NI Government Departments, Education Stakeholders, Major Donors, the Media and relevant Networks
• Governance: Fulfil the role of Company Secretary for Trócaire’s Northern Ireland Board, supporting the Board’s governance and oversight roles. Engage with Board members to build strong working relationships to deliver Trócaire’s strategic objectives
• Operational Effectiveness: Ensure the successful delivery of Trócaire’s operational plan and meet the agreed key performance indicators. Oversee the delivery of the NI operational plan KPIs and manage the NI budget.
• Communication: Act as spokesperson for Trócaire in the media, conducting interviews across television, radio and print as required.

Behavioural Competencies in Line with Trócaire’s Competency Framework

• Leading: Reflecting our values of Participation & Accountability, acts to inspire and lead others to achieve their potential, demonstrating Trócaire’s values with integrity in order to achieve our organisation’s objectives.
• Communicating: Reflecting our value of Participation, being one organisation, communicating clearly and transparently across, teams, units, divisions, locations and other external organisations. Getting our message across with impact.
• Collaborating: Reflecting our values of Participation & Solidarity, partnering effectively as One Trócaire organisation and, in solidarity, maintains positive relationships built on trust and respect.
• Stewardship of Resources: Reflecting our value of Accountability and decision-making around the best use of resources. Using our resources transparently, sustainably, ethically, fairly & with integrity; acknowledging Trócaire’s reputation in the use of resources.
• Delivering Results: Reflecting our values of Accountability & Perseverance, getting a quality job done through effective performance, planning and decision making.
• Continual Improvement & Learning: Reflecting our values of Participation & Courage, constantly looking to learn and develop self, employees, and partners to better fulfil Trócaire’s’ mission.
• Flexibility & Change: Reflecting our values of Participation & Courage, adapts positively to change and to different ways of doing things; manages or takes part in change processes in a way that is appropriate to role in the organisation.

Person Specification – Essential Requirements

(E) Experience 

Demonstrable track record in a relevant area

 Minimum of 3 years of experience in a senior leadership role

 Experience of working with a Board of non-executive Directors and knowledge of the role of a company secretary

(E) Skills 

A proven track record of leading, managing and motivating teams to achieve objectives and financial targets in a cross-organisational context

 Ability to influence and manage strategic external stakeholder relationships

 Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills including external partnership management

 Understanding and experience in the acquisition and

management of funding from Private and Institutional donors

 Knowledge of the Not-For-Profit sector and ideally International Development

(E) Qualities 

Commitment to and understanding of the ethos and values of Trócaire

 Self-directed with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

 Enthusiasm, energy and drive

 Strong commitment and flexibility

(E) Other

• Full driver’s licence

The salary range for this role is £50,000 - £60,000.

Closing date for applications is Friday 24th March 2023

At Trócaire, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of performance and integrity in line with our organisational values. All recruitment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs. Trócaire is committed to creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, recruiting and employing staff from diverse backgrounds and with diverse identities, at all levels in the organisation. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disability. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.