Appointment as Ordinary Member to the Board of the Adoption Authority of Ireland: A person with appropriate training in Psychology

Appointment as Ordinary Member to the Board of the Adoption Authority of Ireland: A person with appropriate training in Psychology

The closing date for this vacancy is 13/10/2026, 15:00

Vacancy ID

9123

Department/Authority

Minister for Children, Disability and Equality

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Role Overview

The Minister for Children, Disability and Equality invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacancy of Ordinary Member (with appropriate training in psychology) to the Board of the Adoption Authority of Ireland.

In addition to the requirements set out in the Adoption Act 2010 (as amended) and the provisions of the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies (2016), applicants for this role must demonstrate in their application evidence, at an appropriately senior level, of:

• Appropriate training and qualifications in psychology.
• At least five years' post-qualification experience as a practising psychologist or an academic psychologist in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent developmental psychology.
• Independence of thought, possessing sound judgement.
• A strong commitment to public service.

It is also desirable that candidates demonstrate evidence of experience in the following:

• Knowledge and experience of Irish and intercountry adoption.
• Board membership and/or membership of professional committee(s).
• Experience of and/or training in corporate governance.
• Relevant management/professional experience.
• A high level of competence in research and a record of publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in a relevant regulatory environment.

Closing Date: 15:00 on 13th of October 2026

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