Board Member (Human Resources / Industrial Relations)

Bradóg Youth Services
Location: North Inner City Dublin
Type: Voluntary / Unpaid
Term: 3-year renewable

About Bradóg Youth Services

Bradóg Youth Services is a long-established, community-based youth organisation supporting young people across the North Inner City. We deliver a range of developmental, educational, creative, and support programmes designed to empower young people, reduce social exclusion, and build strong community connections. Our work is rooted in the values of inclusion, respect, participation, and empowerment.

Bradóg is currently delivering an ambitious five-year strategic plan focusing on programme quality, organisational resilience, governance strengthening, and expanded community impact.

Role Overview

Bradóg Youth Services is seeking a new Board Member with Human Resources and/or Industrial Relations expertise to support the organisation’s people strategy, workforce governance, and organisational development.

The Board Member will sit on the Finance, HR & Audit Committee, providing leadership and specialist insight on employment practices, HR policy, industrial relations, organisational culture, and compliance with employment legislation.

As with all Bradóg board roles, this person will act as an ambassador for the organisation and contribute to strategic development, supporting the implementation of the five-year plan.

Key Responsibilities

Board Responsibilities

• Provide strategic input on organisational structure, workforce planning, and leadership capacity
• Contribute to Board decision-making on staffing, organisational development, and governance matters
• Support oversight of compliance with employment legislation and good governance in people practices
• Act as an ambassador for Bradóg in relevant professional and community networks
• Attend approximately 6–8 board meetings per year, typically held in the evenings with hybrid options

Finance, HR & Audit Committee Responsibilities

• Advise on HR strategy, workforce planning, and organisational development
• Support the development and review of HR policies and procedures (including recruitment, performance management, and disciplinary processes)
• Provide oversight on industrial relations matters, including dispute resolution and engagement with employees or representatives where relevant
• Support Board oversight of CEO performance management and succession planning, where appropriate
• Promote best practice in workplace governance, including alignment with Irish employment law and WRC standards
• Advise on staff wellbeing, retention, and organisational culture

Person Specification

Essential

• Professional experience in HR, industrial relations, employment law, or organisational development
• Strong understanding of Irish employment legislation and HR best practice
• Experience managing complex people or employee relations issues
• Strong judgement, discretion, and ability to manage sensitive matters appropriately
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commitment to the mission and values of Bradóg Youth Services
• Willingness to dedicate time and expertise on a voluntary basis

Desirable

• CIPD qualification or equivalent
• Experience in the nonprofit or public sector
• Experience advising at senior leadership or board level
• Familiarity with governance requirements in the charity sector

Time Commitment

• Board Meetings: 6–8 per year
• Finance, HR & Audit Committee: 3–5 per year
• Additional availability for advisory input as required

What’s In It For You?

Joining the Board of Bradóg Youth Services offers a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people in Dublin’s North Inner City. As a Board Member, you will:

• Make a tangible social impact by helping shape services that support young people facing complex challenges
• Apply your professional expertise in a way that strengthens a frontline community organisation
• Build strategic leadership and governance experience at board level
• Work with a committed, values-driven Board, staff team, and community partners
• Contribute directly to the delivery of Bradóg’s ambitious five-year strategic plan
• Expand your professional and community network
• Give back in a structured and impactful way