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Service Manager (Temporary Maternity Cover up to 12 months)

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    YAP Ireland CLG
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    Ref: #JOB-2440078
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    191 Lwr Ground Fl, Pk House, Park House North, 193A N Circular Rd, Dublin 7, D07 EWV4
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    35 hours per week
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    62025.75 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 26 Mar 2026
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    Closing On: 16 Apr 2026

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. 


About the Role

The Service Manager will have overall responsibility for the delivery of high‑quality services for a geographical region. This includes:

· Direct line management of Team Leaders

· Ensuring high‑quality service delivery to young people and families

· Budget management and reporting

· Staff development, training, and supervision

· Quality assurance and service development

· Liaison with funders

· Active participation as a member of the Senior Management Team

This is an exciting opportunity to lead within a dynamic, mission‑driven organisation.

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

· Essential: A degree in a social care–related field (e.g., Youth Work, Child Care, Psychology, Social Work, Social Science, Social Care)

· Desirable: Recognised management training

Experience (Essential)

· Minimum 3 years’ management/supervisory experience in direct service delivery to children, young people, and families

· Minimum 3 years’ direct work with young people and families in a child‑centred way

· Experience managing Child Protection work

· At least 1 year of budget management and reporting responsibilities (HR, statistics, QA, etc.)

· Minimum 1 year’s experience developing and setting up services

· Strong communication skills (oral and written) and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)

Skills (Essential)

· Excellent communication and presentation skills

· Strong organisational, leadership and strategic planning ability

· Ability to manage budgets effectively

· Creative, dynamic, and strengths‑based approach to work

· Ability to prioritise and meet targets

· Skilled in motivating and leading teams

· High‑level report writing and training delivery capabilities


Further Information

Please see the link below for the full Job Description and Person Spec: https://yapireland.ie/work-with-yap-ireland/careers-with-yap-ireland/full-time-management-careers/
  • This vacancy is suitable for Remote/Blended working
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Career Level

  • Managerial

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