This internal-only Grade VII Business Manager job at Letterkenny University Hospital offers a permanent, wholetime opportunity to support the Women & Infants Network of Care and the Children’s Network of Care. Reporting within the Health Service Executive (HSE), this key role focuses on service improvement, governance, planning and operational support across two vital care networks.
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Key Responsibilities
• Lead business planning, reporting and performance functions across the Women & Infants and Children’s Networks of Care
• Support strategic service development, resource allocation and operational delivery
• Manage data reporting, service metrics, activity tracking and compliance requirements
• Coordinate interdisciplinary teams to ensure streamlined care pathways
• Oversee administrative processes, governance structures and quality-improvement initiatives
• Prepare reports, briefings and documentation for senior management
• Contribute to budget planning, procurement processes and efficient resource utilisation
• Support change management, integration initiatives and service-modernisation projects
• Engage with internal stakeholders, clinical leads and senior managers to meet organisational priorities
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Eligibility restricted to employees of HSE, TUSLA, Section 38 agencies, or statutory health agencies, per WRC Agreement 161867
• At least three years’ administrative/management experience at an appropriate level
• Strong organisational, analytical and strategic planning skills
• Experience supporting complex healthcare services desirable
• Demonstrated capability in report writing, data analysis and managing quality-improvement initiatives
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder-management skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to multi-disciplinary teams
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Grade VII (0582) salary scale applies (HSE national pay rates)
• Permanent, wholetime contract
• Standard HSE benefits including pension, leave, and career development opportunities
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at Letterkenny University Hospital, Co. Donegal—part of the Saolta Hospital Group—serving the West and North West region.
Although the role is located at the hospital, the formal employer is the Health Service Executive (HSE).
Application Details
• Closing date: 17 December 2025 at 12:00
• Reference: L8769
• Advertisement type: Internal (HSE-only competition)
• Informal enquiries:
– Ms. Marion Doogan, Director of Midwifery: [email protected]
– Mr. Seán Murphy, Hospital Manager: [email protected]
A panel may be formed for current and future vacancies of varying durations.
