We are delighted to be recruiting for an Operations Manager to join Mary’s Meals Ireland on a 2-year fixed term contract. This is a pivotal role supporting the growth, governance and operational effectiveness of Mary’s Meals Ireland. 

Bringing together leadership, operational oversight and fundraising support, you will play a key role in strengthening our systems, supporting our people and stewarding resources responsibly, to support the growth of our mission in Ireland. 

The role:

Reporting to the Executive Director, you will thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment, working closely with colleagues, volunteers, the Board and Mary’s Meals International. You will provide strong operational leadership, ensuring effective governance, financial management, risk management and high-quality management information to support decision-making and impact.

You will balance strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, supporting fundraising growth while ensuring the organisation operates with integrity, compliance and care.

You will:

• Lead, motivate and develop your direct reports and volunteers, fostering a supportive, delivery and values focused culture.
• Support the strategic and operational management of fundraising, governance, risk, compliance, health & safety and data protection.
• Provide clear and timely management information, including reporting on budgets, fundraising performance, volunteer engagement, digital trends and risk.
• Support the Executive Director, team and volunteer groups to maximise fundraising efforts and strengthen relationships.
• Organise and support Board and Audit & Risk Subcommittee meetings, including papers, logistics and minutes.
• Participate in annual budgeting, monitor financial performance and prepare the annual audit file.
• Act as a key liaison with external providers including insurers and advisors.
• Manage ad hoc requests from Mary’s Meals International and support cross-organisational collaboration.

We are looking for:

Strong leadership and proven people management skills, with experience of working alongside volunteers.

• Proven experience managing budgets, financial reporting and operational processes.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Confidence working with data, analysis and management information.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using CRM systems.
• Experience with Office 365 and SharePoint.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends or away from home when required.
• A strong alignment with the mission and values of Mary’s Meals.

About us:

Mary’s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal – that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We continue to change the lives of over 3 million children who today will receive Mary’s Meals. 

We are a values-driven organisation, we believe in the innate goodness of people, respect the dignity of every human being and family life and believe in good stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. In line with our values, we are fully committed to a culture of safeguarding, we are committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work and we expect all the Mary's Meals family to share this commitment and work in the best interest of the communities we serve. 

If you are inspired by our mission and feel your skills and values align with Mary’s Meals Ireland, we would love to hear from you. 

To apply, send your CV and a short covering email to Ireland@marysmeals.org outlining your interest in this role.

Closing date for applications is Monday 26th January 2026. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.