Vacancies on Parents Plus Subcommittee
Do you have expertise in HR and a desire to make a difference by helping to strengthen families across Ireland. Parents Plus is currently seeking candidates for the positions of external non-board members on the following subcommittees:
HR and Remuneration Subcommittee
External non-board members are recruited to join subcommittees to lend their particular skills and experience in decisions and recommendations to the board of Parents Plus. There are also opportunities for non-board members of subcommittees to progress to board membership if a position opens and time commitment allows.
Who we are
Parents Plus is a charity on a mission to strengthen family relationships and achieve the best possible outcomes for children, young people, and parents. We research and develop evidence-based parenting and mental health programmes in collaboration with families and services, and train practitioners to deliver and evaluate these programmes in their organisations and communities, building the capacity of community, mental health, disability, and education services in Ireland and the UK.
Parents Plus vision is that families in need have access to proven and tailored parenting tools, from the services they turn to, at their point of need, in their communities, improving their outcomes and preventing difficulties or crises arising.
To support delivery of our mission and vision, we are seeking applications from skilled and motivated individuals, who can serve as external non-board members on our HR and Remuneration Subcommittee. This is a unique opportunity to contribute your skills and knowledge to strengthen our charity.
Parents Plus team members. Photo by Conor McCabe Photography.
Role and Structure of Subcommittees
Subcommittees are advisory groups that support the board, serving as places where detailed discussions can take place on items that support delivery of Parents Plus Strategic Plan. Subcommittees are made up of at least two board members and each subcommittee has a Chairperson who is appointed from the board.
What you will gain as a non-board member of Parents Plus HR and Remuneration Subcommittee
- Contribute to a very worthwhile mission to improve outcomes for children, young people and parents, and strengthen families.
- Opportunity to gain experience working with a national charity that has been in existence for over 20 years
- Become part of a dynamic and motivated Subcommittee who provide direction and advice to a dedicated Board of Directors and team of employees who will appreciate your involvement
- Learning and training opportunities to improve your knowledge of the Charity sector
Commitment of Non-board Subcommittee Members
Subcommittee members meet between 4 – 6 times a year. Meetings last for two hours and are usually held online. As per the Charity Governance code, external non-board member positions are unpaid voluntary appointments.
How to apply
You can apply by:
- Forwarding a cover letter, and C.V., to the contact below, outlining which subcommittee you are interested in joining, detailing why you are interested in becoming an external non-board member, and how your experience and skills are a good fit.
- Applications will be reviewed by the CEO and the Chair of the board, and suitable applicants will be invited to interview for the position
If you would like more information or an informal discussion relating to these voluntary positions, please email CEO of Parents Plus at admin@parentsplus.ie
