HR Officer

Uniting Holding; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Irish Red Cross is seeking an HR Officer to support recruitment, employee lifecycle processes, HR policies, training and HR systems. The role works with the HR Manager to ensure processes align with organisational policies and employment legislation.

The responsibilities include coordinating recruitment, preparing job descriptions, onboarding, offboarding, and maintaining confidential HR records. A 2-year fixed-term contract with hybrid working arrangements is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years HR experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong reporting and IT skills, including MS Office.
• Good command of English (spoken and written).
• Experience with HR information systems preferred (HR Locker).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment processes from vacancy approval to appointment.
• Prepare and review job descriptions and advertisements.
• Coordinate candidate shortlisting and interview candidates.
• Support managers in recruitment and selection processes.
• Prepare employment documentation and contracts.
• Maintain HR information systems and produce reports.

Skills

HR experience

IT skills (MS Office)

English communication

Team work

HR policy knowledge

Tools

HR Locker

Job description

JOB DETAILS

Irish Red Cross

Date posted: 8 September 2026

Title: HR Officer

Contract Type and Duration: Two years fixed term contract, full time

Salary: €39 390 per annum

Hours: 35 hours per week

Location: 16 Merrion Square, Dublin 2, D02 XF85 with possibility of arranging hybrid working (min 3 days in the office)

Reporting to: HR Manager

Job Family: Dev & Admin

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The Irish Red Cross Society (IRC) is part of the world’s largest independent humanitarian network, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The IRC is committed to and bound by, its Fundamental Principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. The vision of the Irish Red Cross is to be a leading humanitarian organisation, providing impartial services and support to vulnerable communities both at home and abroad. Our mission is to identify and deliver humanitarian assistance to those who are most in need.

SUMMARY OF ROLE

HR Officer supports the delivery of effective, compliant and people-focused HR services across the organisation. The role provides HR support to employees and managers across recruitment, employee lifecycle processes, HR policies and procedures, training and HR systems, acting as a first point of contact for HR-related queries. HR Officer works closely with the HR Manager to ensure that HR processes are implemented consistently, efficiently and in accordance with organisational policies and relevant employment legislation.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate recruitment processes from vacancy approval through to appointment.
• Prepare and review job descriptions and job advertisements.
• Coordinate candidate shortlisting.
• Interview and assess candidates for job vacancies.
• Support managers throughout recruitment and selection processes.
• Prepare employment documentation and contracts for successful candidates.
• Ensure recruitment processes are conducted consistently and in accordance with organisational procedures.
• Assist with implementation and drafts of staff handbooks and policies.
• Act as a first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures and employment-related queries.
• Provide appropriate guidance on HR processes including grievance, disciplinary procedures and
• Maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive employee matters.
• Coordinate onboarding and induction programmes to ensure a seamless employee experience.
• Coordinate offboarding processes, ensuring compliance and professionalism throughout.
• Ensure employee records and HR information are maintained accurately and in accordance with organisational and legal requirements.
• Advise and coordinate mandatory and developmental training programmes.
• Maintain and update HR information systems and employee records.
• Produce HR reports and research information as required.
• Prepare HR communications and information appropriate to the intended audience.
• Support employees and managers in understanding HR processes and organisational requirements.

Other Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and managers across the organisation.
• Undertake professional development and training relevant to the role.
• Uphold the Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
• Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the nature and level of the role.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Essential Criteria

• A minimum of 2 years HR experience.
• All levels of education will be considered. However, good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Strong reporting & IT skills – including MS Office.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Experience of and knowledge of formal HR processes.
• Have good command of the English language, to speak and write, with an ability to create HR communications appropriate for the audience.
• Experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HR Locker preferred).
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to respond to a varying workload in a busy environment.
• Experience of dealing with sensitive information in a discreet manner.

Desirable Criteria