Area Manager West and North West
We would like to invite applications for the following full-time, permanent position,
Area Manager
Area F, West/Northwest
A panel may be created from candidates deemed suitable, in order of merit, for a period of six months.
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment.
The role of Area Manager has three main priorities, specifically:-
To manage the day-to-day operation of IWA Services i.e. Community Supports Directorate (CSD), Assisted Living Service (ALS) and other HSE Funded Disability Services in the IWA Area West/Northwest
To Lead, with the National Director, on identified National Tasks and/or Functions, the development of policy and an appropriate Governance framework for all services to follow and ensure consistency of service delivery and
To bring services and the policy/governance framework together within operational service delivery
Liaison
The Area Manager must foster, develop and enhance relationships with members/service users and their families, staff and their representative bodies, HSE officials in an IWA Area West/Northwest, with other statutory agencies and appropriate voluntary bodies, and with the many other stakeholders with an interest in the working of IWA.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Manage the functioning IWA “Services” team e.g. ALS, CSD services, Hotel Holiday Respite, Transport, etc., within an IWA Area West/Northwest to demonstrate the concept of “One Person – One Plan”.
To implement high quality holistic services aligned to the IWA policy framework, PMO framework, HSE New Directions, HIQA and other relevant statutory regulations and standards
Sign off Annual Operational Plans, Strategic Implementation Plans (SIP’s) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) with the National Director(s) and Chief Operations Officer (COO) with the production of monthly and quarterly reports to be provided through the Services Manager SIP/KPI Lead
Lead the Communication Engagement Week process in conjunction with IWAs Communications Team within the IWA Area West/Northwest to advocate with and on behalf of people with disabilities on matters of personal, national policy and environmental importance for IWA members and Service Users
Develop, enhance, foster and maximise constructive relationships with the Health Service Executive officials and other external organisations and agencies in the IWA Area West/Northwest.
To be the most senior manager in IWA Area West/Northwest in relation to staff management and support including staff development, objective setting, outcome reviews and mentorship arrangements
To be the most senior manager in IWA Area West/Northwest in relation to budget management including the management of the budget setting process from service unit to overall IWA Area level. Once completed, to liaise with the National Director and Finance team to ensure that the Area budgets are reflected and catered for in the overall National Budgets.
Be an active member of the Communication Business Process (CBP)monthly meetings and briefings cycle.
Drive the development of all IWA services in the IWA Area West/Northwest in accordance with the policy and governance context agreed and the work plans set out by services/central services at the (COO) Services Forum
To play a lead role in relation to Health and Wellbeing initiatives in Area West/Northwest.
On occasions, and based upon environmental and organisational issues being addressed, other tasks and duties may be assigned to the postholder from the National Director
Qualifications and Experience
QQI Level 8 in a Healthcare, Social Care or Leadership discipline.
Experience as a senior manager in a complex organisation with significant staff and project management expertise
A knowledge of Finance and Human Resources as well as general management experience is desirable
An ability to communicate and effectively lead a large team
An ability to work on own initiative and to contribute to the national management team
A knowledge and understanding of disability issues.
Key Skills
Management ability and experience
Team leader abilities
Analytical abilities
Interpersonal skills
Commitment to and understanding of disability / social issues
Ability to work on own initiative
Competencies
Leadership
Strategic thinking
Commercial focus
Critical analysis and decision making
Communicating and influencing
Key Challenges
Managing and developing services
Monitoring and up skilling staff
Management of the response to unmet needs
Working within limited resources
Remuneration and Benefits
Salary range for this role €78,944 to €96,750 DOE.
Excellent working conditions
A commitment to the ongoing training and development of all employees
25 days annual leave
Access to IWA’s contributory pension scheme.
*The current pay scale is subject to a 2% salary rate increase in 2026, aligning with the recent WRC interim agreement aimed at enhancing pay adjustments within Section 39 organizations.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 1st July 2026
Please note - ACADEMIC AND/OR PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: - Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.
