Director of Services

Corlann; Cork; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Corlann South is seeking a Director of Services to lead the operation and development of a comprehensive range of services for people with intellectual disability and their families in the Corlann Services - South Region. The Director of Services has a primary responsibility to lead the promotion and realisation of the Corlann Vision and ethos in collaboration with partners and the wider community.

The Director will develop and manage relationships with the HSE, Government Departments and other

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a leadership role
• Excellent leadership / managerial skills
• QQI level 8 or 9
• Minimum 3 years experience at senior level
• Track record of organisational change delivery

Responsibilities

• Lead the operation and further development of a comprehensive range of services to persons with intellectual disability and their families.
• Provide leadership to realise Corlann Services Vision, Mission and Ethos.
• Develop and manage relationships with HSE, Government Departments and other bodies.
• Manage and monitor operational budgets and lead the senior management team.
• Be a member of the National Leadership Team and drive future structural changes.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

People management

Stakeholder management

Change delivery

Education

QQI Level 8/9

Job description

Corlann is the new name for Brothers of Charity Services Ireland.Corlann draws inspiration from cor, the Latin word for heart, and lann, the Irish word for place. Together, they express a powerful idea: that heart is at the centre of everything we do, and that our purpose is to create a place of belonging for every person we support. Corlann symbolises our determination to shape a vibrant, progressive future for our services, and to advocate tirelessly so that the people we support can shape t

Corlann is the new name for Brothers of Charity Services Ireland.Corlann draws inspiration from cor, the Latin word for heart, and lann, the Irish word for place. Together, they express a powerful idea: that heart is at the centre of everything we do, and that our purpose is to create a place of belonging for every person we support. Corlann symbolises our determination to shape a vibrant, progressive future for our services, and to advocate tirelessly so that the people we support can shape t Show more

Skills and attributes

• 3-5 years of experience in a leadership role
• Excellent leadership / managerial skills
• QQI level 8 or 9
• Minimum 3 years experience at senior level
• Track record or organisational change delivery

Description

DIRECTOR OF SERVICES

CORLANN SOUTH

Description

The successful appointee is responsible for the effective and efficient operation, and further development, of a comprehensive range of services to persons with intellectual disability, and their families, in the Corlann Services - South Region. The Director of Services has a particular responsibility to give leadership with regard to the promotion and realisation of the Corlann Services Vision, Mission and Ethos throughout the region, in relationships with other organisations and statutory bodies, and in dealings with the wider community. Relationships with service users is a core value of the Services. To do this the Director of Services maintains direct personal contact with people with intellectual disability in all areas of the Services, including the Advocacy Council, as it is a primary inspiration of the values and leadership style to which we aspire.

The Director of Services is required to develop and manage relationships with the HSE, Government Departments and other relevant organisations; handle complex and sensitive issues and positively represent the Corlann Services Ireland. He/she provides leadership, vision and a dynamic approach to developing and implementing strategies which will enhance the quality of services delivered. He/she is responsible for the effective management of all operational budgets, and for leading, developing and motivating the senior management team.

The Director of Services will also be a member of the National Leadership Team (NLT) and will assume a leadership role in all future structural changes.

For further information on role please view the attached job description.

Closing Date: Friday 16th October 2026

Corlann is an equal opportunities employer

Corlann is an Equal Opportunity Employer