Human Resource Management

Using Selection Tools for Effectiveness in Recruitment and Section is a one-hour webinar that is aimed at Recruitment and Selection professionals. With an ever increasing cost on a wrong hire in today’s market and a lengthy amount of time training and recruiting. Organisations need to ensure they minimise the risk of this happening. This webinar will provide the knowledge of how to increase the validity of the HR selection process to minimise the risk of an unsuccessful selection.

This introductory Human Resource Management course, run over two modules, will be of particular interest to staff that have recently been appointed to either a human resource role or Department. The course has been designed to incorporate current best practice in Human Resource Management and recent developments in employment legislation.  It will be delivered online over two modules (one x two day workshop and one x one day workshop).

Freedom of Information for Decision Makers is an intensive online course for people charged with making decisions in relation to applications for information under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, which was enacted on 14 October 2014.  Reference will also be made where appropriate to the repealed FOI legislation (1997 and 2003) and to Data Protection legislation and obligations under it regarding Personal Data.  

The purpose of this course is to bring participants through the different Parts (1-7) of the new Freedom of Information legislation and to explore with them the implications for their organisations. Emphasis will be placed throughout the day on the sections that are most relevant to attendees. By the end of the course, participants should feel more confident when dealing with an application for information under FOI Act 2014.

The Freedom of Information (FOI) for Decision Makers in Local Authorities webinar is for those who wish to raise their awareness and/or deepen their understanding of FOI as it relates to the Local Government Sector. This webinar is for those working in Irish Local Authorities.

The Developing and Maintaining a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace workshop is designed for managers to ensure all employees feel respected in their workplace (regardless of whether they are working in the office, remotely or a combination of both).  Managers need to be cognisant of their legal and ethical responsibilities in accordance with their Dignity at Work Policy.

Bullying and harassment take many forms and the effects are wide reaching.  In addition to the possibility of costly legal actions, it causes stress and anxiety to those involved, increases absenteeism, lowers levels of performance and can significantly undermine organisational, team and employee morale.  This programme will enable those with responsibility for staff welfare to address this potentially damaging workplace issue.

Maintaining healthy employee relations in an organisation is a pre-requisite for organisational success. Employee relations generally deal with avoiding and resolving issues concerning individuals which might arise out of or influence the work situation.

This one day online Grievance and Discipline Management workshop is designed for HR Practitioners and Line Managers to equip them with the knowledge, skill and techniques required to effectively manage grievance and discipline issues and conduct grievance and discipline conversations in the workplace.

Performance management is a process which contributes to the effective management of individuals and teams in order to achieve high levels of organisational performance. As such, it establishes a shared understanding about what is to be achieved and an approach to leading and developing people which will ensure that it is achieved.   Remote working (or a blended approach of time in the office and time working remotely) presents managers with particular challenges in terms of managing performance and collaborative engagement.

Line managers are central to ensuring that recommendations set out in the Report of the Task Force on the Public Service – Transforming Public Services - are achieved within organisations. Their knowledge and skills in relation to people management significantly impact on the organisation’s culture, day-to-day operations, staff performance and employee engagement. In view of the above, proactive organisations are now ensuring that their line managers have the necessary skills, knowledge and support to enable them to play an effective role in engaging with staff and securing their commitment to, and participation in, the change process and the ongoing transformation of the public service.

The Managing Employee Performance Remotely webinar is designed for managers who are managing their employees remotely. Remote working presents managers with challenges and opportunities in terms of managing performance and engagement.

The Inappropriate Workplace Behaviours - How to Manage and Restore Relationships Collaboratively webinar is designed for Managers to ensure all employees feel respected.  Managers need to be cognisant of their legal and ethical responsibilities in accordance with their Dignity at Work Policy.