ABOUT US

GOAL has responded to the world’s major humanitarian crises since its founding in 1977, working with vulnerable communities in 14 countries across the globe with a dedicated team of personnel. While GOAL continues to be an agile first-responder to humanitarian crises, it is also committed to working with vulnerable communities to help them survive crises and support them on the road to recovery.
GOAL’s purpose is to save lives and empower communities to develop resilience and greater control over their lives and livelihoods. GOAL
aims to increase the resilient wellbeing of the world’s poorest people and focuses on those who are excluded or marginalised, particularly those who are vulnerable due to socio-economic status, gender or age.

SAFEGUARDING

GOAL is absolutely committed to the safety and well-being of children and vulnerable adults. We achieve this comprehensive safeguarding approach through a combination of measures, including rigorous background checks and training for all staff and volunteers, clear safeguarding policies and procedures, open reporting channels to encourage raising concerns, and partnerships with child protection organizations (if applicable). As part of our commitment to accountability, all GOAL staff are mandated to report any concerns regarding the safety of children or vulnerable adults.
General Terms and Conditions
This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document

JOB PURPOSE

GOAL has a unique opportunity for a Senior HR Advisor with a strong background in International HRM to join a global team of committed and talented HR colleagues delivering services in Europe, Africa, Middle East, and Latin America. Based in our HQ in Dublin, Ireland, you will play an integral part in driving key People initiatives, at both operational and strategic levels. The role will support GOAL’s HR and Regional Management teams through the provision of expert HR advice, guidance, coaching, and project management of key improvement initiatives.
You will be part of an innovative People and Organisation Development team shaped by their shared commitment to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging and who are passionate about delivering impactful HR services and programmes in support of GOAL’s humanitarian mission.

You will have demonstrable expertise in at least three of the following areas:

• Employee Relations, including capability, disciplinary and grievance
• Workforce planning (incl. succession planning and secondment management)
• Staff Care and Wellbeing (ideally in high-risk environments)
• Total Rewards management and review (ideally incl. project experience in payscale design)
• Performance Management and Development processes
• HR Systems and Data Analytics

We are keen to hear from those with experience within an International NGO covering employee relations throughout the employee lifecycle, disciplinary and grievance processes; HR compliance management, and HRIS management. You will be able to create strong working relationships with senior stakeholders and provide consistent HR advice.

ACCOUNTABILITY WITHIN GOAL :

At GOAL, a commitment to our values and integrity framework is critical to working with us. Every candidate offered a position will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability:
Compliance with Policies and Procedures: Adhere to all GOAL policies and procedures, including safeguarding, the code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles, and protocols addressing unacceptable behaviour. This ensures a safe, respectful, and ethical work environment.
Safeguarding Reporting: Promptly report any concerns regarding the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult. Protecting those we serve is a fundamental responsibility and priority.
Dignity at Work: Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour by GOAL staff or partners. Maintaining high standards of conduct is essential for our integrity and the trust placed in us by the communities we serve.