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Facilities Executive

  • Location: Dublin 2, Dublin
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #49841
  • Salary: €52,546

Facilities Executive – Global Facilities Department – Dublin City Centre

Our client is seeking to recruit a Facilities Executive to support and oversee the day-to-day operations of Global Facilities Management across regional and overseas offices. The successful candidate will be responsible for contract and budget management, catering, event and hospitality support, health and safety, office services, project delivery, and lease management across the property portfolio.
This is a full-time position based in Dublin 2. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise and be able to demonstrate experience managing multi-site facilities and catering contracts, a proven track record in health and safety management across multiple locations, and solid experience in procurement and project management.

Job Type: Permanent
Salary: €52,546

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage facilities, catering, hospitality, and soft services contracts across multiple sites.
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation, policies, and training requirements.
  • Coordinate preventative maintenance programmes and review maintenance reports.
  • Manage relationships with landlords, service providers, contractors, and tenants.
  • Support the delivery of facilities projects, office services, events, and visitor requirements.
  • Assist with property, lease, and portfolio management activities.
  • Support procurement and tender processes in line with public sector best practice and governance requirements.
  • Monitor service standards, performance, and contract compliance across a diverse property portfolio.
  • Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations for senior management and key stakeholders.
  • Drive continuous improvement through effective use of technology, processes, and project delivery.
  • Undertake additional facilities and property-related projects as required.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in Facilities Management, including responsibility for catering, hospitality, and multi-site operations.
  • Proven experience managing facilities and service contracts across multiple locations.
  • Relevant Level 8 qualification in Business, Facilities Management, or a related discipline.
  • Relevant Health & Safety qualification (minimum Level 6).
  • Strong knowledge of facilities management, health & safety, procurement, and contract management.
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and perform effectively under pressure.
  • Full driving license and willingness to travel as required.
  • Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable:

  • Experience with AutoCAD.
  • Knowledge of public sector procurement and tendering processes.
  • Experience preparing tender documentation.
  • Understanding of environmental sustainability and ESG initiatives.

For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Mia Craddock or call Osborne Recruitment on 01 6384400.
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format.
If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. 
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Chief Operations Officer

  • Location: Oak Park, Carlow
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #49751

Chief Operations Officer

Teagasc is the Irish Agriculture and Food Development Authority, a national body providing integrated research, advisory and training services to the Irish agri-food sector and circular bioeconomy.  As an internationally recognised leader in innovation and knowledge transfer, Teagasc plays a key role in driving a competitive and climate-resilient agri-food system through scientific leadership, expert knowledge and innovation support, while advancing environmental sustainability, and strengthening economic viability of the sector and the well-being of rural communities.
Teagasc is a dynamic, knowledge-based public service organisation that delivers impact through the professionalism, expertise, and commitment of its people. It fosters a high-performing culture built on its core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, making Teagasc a great place to work while delivering world class services and value to its stakeholders. 

The Role
Teagasc is now recruiting for the role of Chief Operations Officer (COO) based at its Head Office, Oak Park, Carlow.
Reporting to the Director of Teagasc, the COO will be a member of the Executive Team, alongside the Director of Research and the Director of Knowledge Transfer.  As part of this leadership team, the COO will provide strategic leadership across the organisation and will engage proactively with key stakeholders, particularly the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. 
The COO will serve as Secretary to the Teagasc Authority (Board) and will be responsible for Authority Affairs, supporting effective governance, accountability and decision-making across the organisation. 
The COO will provide strategic leadership and oversight across a diverse portfolio of corporate and operational functions and will lead the Operations Directorate, with overall responsibility for the Finance, Human Resources, ICT and Corporate Services Departments, through their respective Heads of Department.  The role also includes responsibility for the Business Delivery Unit and for driving operational excellence and digitalisation through the Project Management Office. 
As a key member of the Executive Team, the COO will play a pivotal role in enabling the successful delivery of Teagasc’s strategic objectives and long-term organisational success.   The role encompasses responsibility for corporate governance, operational efficiency, financial stewardship, value for money, ICT and cybersecurity, business continuity, risk management, organisational development, data governance, business performance metrics, and the delivery of strategic change initiatives across Teagasc.

The Person
The successful candidate will be a strategically focused and values-driven leader with a proven track record of delivering organisational performance in a complex environment. They will bring strong governance and stakeholder management skills, together with commercial and financial acumen, and the ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams while operating effectively at Executive Team level.  Combining strategic vision with sound judgement and resilience, they will drive organisational change, foster innovation and operational excellence, and play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of Teagasc’s strategic objectives. 

To pursue your interest, please submit your application (reference document ‘How to Apply’) to:
Ms. Teri Quinn
Osborne Executive
Email: teagasc@osborne.ie

For a confidential discussion, please contact:
041 986 5058 or 086 083 0690
Closing date for receipt of applications:
12 noon, Friday 10 July 2026

Candidates for this role may be sourced through both advertising and executive search processes. Teagasc is committed to fostering an open, diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

 

Chief Operations Officer

  • Location: Dublin, Dublin
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #49658

Chief Operations Officer

Osborne are proud to partner with a highly respected, values-led organisation in the appointment of a Chief Operations Officer (COO).

This is a significant executive leadership opportunity for an experienced operations professional who is passionate about organisational excellence, operational effectiveness, governance and delivering meaningful impact across communities and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will join a purpose-driven organisation operating at scale across Ireland, delivering programmes and services that support communities, social inclusion and positive societal outcomes. This role will particularly appeal to candidates with experience in public sector, semi-state, not-for-profit, community, voluntary or similarly values-based environments.

The Chief Operations Officer will play a central role in shaping and delivering organisational strategy while leading a large and complex operational function through a period of ongoing development, innovation and transformation.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the CEO and forming part of the Strategic Leadership Team, the COO will provide strategic and operational leadership across the organisation’s operations function, ensuring effective governance, operational excellence, programme delivery and customer-focused service provision.

The role will suit an individual who is comfortable operating in evolving environments, managing multiple stakeholder groups and leading teams through change with confidence and clarity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee the organisation’s operational functions, ensuring services and programmes are delivered effectively and efficiently

  • Support the delivery of strategic objectives through strong operational planning and execution

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes, systems and overall organisational performance

  • Provide leadership and direction to operational teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture

  • Partner with senior leadership to support organisational growth, transformation and change management initiatives

  • Monitor operational performance, manage risks and implement solutions to improve service delivery

  • Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and maintain a strong focus on customer and community outcomes

  • Ensure appropriate governance, compliance and operational controls are maintained across all areas

  • Oversee resource planning and contribute to workforce and succession planning initiatives

  • Support the development of operational strategies that align with the organisation’s long-term vision and values

Candidate Profile:

  • The successful candidate will demonstrate substantial executive-level operational leadership experience within a complex organisation and will possess the strategic capability, leadership presence and operational expertise required to succeed in this role.

  • Significant senior leadership experience within a Chief Operations Officer or comparable executive operations role

  • Proven track record of successfully leading large operational functions and delivering organisational performance improvements

  • Strong commercial, operational and financial acumen

  • Demonstrated experience leading organisational change and transformation initiatives

  • Experience operating within complex stakeholder environments

  • Strong governance and risk management experience

  • Exceptional leadership, communication and influencing skills

  • Ability to think strategically while maintaining operational focus and attention to delivery

  • Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving capabilities

  • Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively

  • Resilient, adaptable and solutions-oriented approach

Qualifications:

  • Relevant third-level qualification in Business, Finance, Operations Management or a related discipline

  • Postgraduate or Masters qualification desirable

  • Experience within public sector, semi-state, community, voluntary, social impact or values-based organisations

  • Understanding of governance structures and publicly funded environments

  • Appreciation for community development and social inclusion initiatives

This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished operational leader to join a purpose-led organisation and make a meaningful contribution at executive level.

For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Maisie Doyle or call Osborne Recruitment on 01 6384400.
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format.
If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. 

Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Education Officer

  • Location: Dublin 7, Dublin
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #49654

Education Officer (Higher Executive Officer)  

Osborne are delighted to be partnering with the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission for the role of Education Officer (Higher Executive Officer).  

The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (IHREC) is Ireland’s national human rights and equality institution. It was established in November 2014 under the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission Act 2014 with a statutory mandate to:  

  • Protect and promote human rights and equality.  

  • Encourage the development of a culture of respect for human rights, equality, and intercultural understanding in the State. 

  • Promote understanding and awareness of the importance of human rights and equality in the State. 

  • Encourage good practice in intercultural relations, promote tolerance and acceptance of diversity in the State and respect for the freedom and dignity of each person, and, 

  • Work towards the elimination of human rights abuses, discrimination and prohibited conduct.  

The Organisation 

IHREC’s strategy and policy is determined independently by the fifteen members of the Commission who are appointed by the Head of State, President Michael D. Higgins. The diverse membership of the Commission broadly reflects the nature of Irish society.  

The Director of the Commission is responsible for the leadership and management of staff and the work of IHREC in accordance with the strategy and policies of the Commission. The staff of the Commission currently work in six teams: Policy & Research, Strategic Engagement, Legal, Monitoring & Compliance, Corporate Services and Office of the Director. Permanent staff of the Commission are civil servants in the service of the State. 

IHREC’s work ranges from operating at the policy level to review the effectiveness of human rights and equality law, policy and practice in the State and within public bodies, protecting and promoting human rights and equality within the courts system, and working with communities and civil society to monitor and report on people’s real-life experiences of human rights and equality in practice. Whether addressing individual concerns, engaging with government or public bodies on policy and practice issues or raising awareness with public audiences on human rights and equality, our mission is to build a just and inclusive society that protects and promotes human rights and equality in Ireland. 

The Role 

The HEO (Education Officer) will play a key role in supporting the Commission to deliver a Human Rights and Equality Education and Training Programme with formal (post-primary sector) and non-formal (community and youth sectors) education stakeholders in line with the Commission's strategic priorities.  

The main responsibilities for the role will include: 

Strategy Development, Implementation & Monitoring  

  • Managing the development, delivery, monitoring and review of IHREC’s Human Rights & Equality Education and Training Programme. 

  • Preparing policy positions and submissions from a human rights, equality, and intercultural understanding perspective, to inform Department of Education and Youth, the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment and other relevant consultations, reviews of subjects and related education and training policies. 

  • Contributing to the development and maintenance of Human Rights and Equality Education Standards based on UN and Council of Europe best practice that can be applied in formal (post-primary) and non-formal education and in the continuous professional development of teachers. 

Material/Resource Development  

  • Co-ordinating and collaborating in the development of human rights and equality-based education materials and resources for use in: – 

  • post-primary curriculum including Politics and Society, Civic, Social and Political Education, and Transition Year in collaboration with key stakeholders, and 

  • non-formal education and training settings, including youth work, and  

  • with other key stakeholders. 

Partnerships  

  • Building and maintaining strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the formal and non-formal education sectors, including but not limited to the Department of Education and Youth and the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment.  

  • Providing secretariate support to the work of an IHREC Education and Training Advisory Committee which will advise on the development of education resources. 

Event Management  

  • Organising and delivering events to support human rights and equality education and training for formal (post-primary) and non-formal education and continuous professional development audiences. 

Finance & Administration  

  • Managing the programme budget, managing contractors and ensuring effective and efficient administration and record keeping practices are in place. 

Other 

  • Working with the wider Strategic Engagement Team to deliver agreed goals, targets, and objectives. 

The responsibilities outlined above should not be regarded as comprehensive in scope and may be added to or altered as required, in line with the requirements of IHREC. 

Application and further information 

For further information and to apply for this role visit https://osborne.ie/public-sector/ihrec-employment-opportunities/ or see attachments below: 

Applications should be submitted via email and must include:  

  • A completed Application Form outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and how your skills and experience meet the requirements for the position  

Only applications fully submitted will be accepted into the campaign. 

To apply for this role candidates must submit the relevant, signed and completed application form to ihrec@osborne.ie  

Closing Date 

Deadline for application: Please note latest receipt for applications is Wednesday 24th June 2026 at 1pm. Incomplete applications, postal applications or CV’s will not be accepted. Any applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.   

An acknowledgement email will be issued for all applications received. If you do not receive acknowledgement of your application within two working days of submission, please contact Osborne Recruitment at ihrec@osborne.ie to ensure your application has been received. 

No enquiries or canvassing should be made directly to IHREC. 

The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds and under-represented groups including ethnic minority and people with disabilities. 

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Ard-Oifigeach Feidhmiúcháin 

CÚLRA 

Is éard is Coimisiún na hÉireann um Chearta an Duine agus Comhionannas ann ná an institiúid náisiúnta atá freagrach as cearta an duine agus comhionannas. Bunaíodh é i Samhain 2014 faoi Acht Choimisiún na hÉireann um Chearta an Duine agus Comhionannas, agus an sainordú seo a leanas aige:  

  • Cearta an duine agus comhionannas a chosaint agus a chur chun cinn,  

  • Forbairt cultúir a spreagadh ina léireofar meas ar chearta daonna, ar chomhionannas agus ar thuiscint  

  • idirchultúrtha sa Stát,  

  • Tuiscint agus feasacht a chothú maidir leis an tábhacht a bhaineann le cearta daonna agus comhionannas  

  • sa Stát,  

  • An dea-chleachtas a spreagadh ó thaobh caidreamh idirchultúrtha de, caoinfhulaingt agus glacadh le  

  • hilchineálacht a chur chun cinn sa Stát, mar aon le meas ar shaoirse agus dhínit gach aon duine, agus  

  • Oibriú ar mhaithe le deireadh a chur le treascairtí ar chearta an duine, idirdhealú agus iompar coiscthe. 

Cinntear straitéis agus beartas CÉCDC go neamhspleách ag an gcúig bhall déag den choimisiún a cheapann an ceann stáit, an tUachtarán Michael D. Higgins. Léiríonn ballraíocht éagsúil an Choimisiúin nádúr sochaí na hÉireann. 

Tá Stiúrthóir an Choimisiúin freagrach as ceannaireacht agus bainistíocht na foirne agus as obair CÉCDC de réir straitéis agus polasaithe an Choimisiúin. Oibríonn foireann an Choimisiúin i sé fhoireann faoi láthair: Polasaí & Taighde, Rannpháirtíocht Straitéiseach, Dlí, Monatóireacht agus Comhlíonadh, Seirbhísí Corparáideacha agus Oifig an Stiúrthóra. Is státseirbhíseach iad foireann bhuan an Choimisiúin i seirbhís an stáit. 

Réimsíonn obair CÉCDC ó oibriú ag leibhéal an bheartais go dtí athbhreithniú ar éifeachtacht dhlí, bheartais agus chleachtais chearta an duine agus comhionannais sa stát agus laistigh de chomhlachtaí poiblí, ag cosaint agus ag cur chun cinn chearta an duine agus comhionannas laistigh de chóras na gcúirteanna, agus oibriú le pobail agus leis an tsochaí shibhialta chun monatóireacht agus tuairisciú a dhéanamh ar eispéiris fíor-shaoil daoine ar chearta an duine agus ar chomhionannas i gcleachtas. Cibé an bhfuiltear ag dul i ngleic le hábhair imní aonair, ag dul i ngleic leis an rialtas nó le comhlachtaí poiblí ar shaincheisteanna beartais agus cleachtais nó ag ardú feasachta i measc lucht féachana poiblí ar chearta an duine agus ar chomhionannas, is é ár misean ná sochaí chóir agus chuimsitheach a thógáil a chosnaíonn agus a chuireann chun cinn cearta daonna agus comhionannas in Éirinn. 

Achoimre ar an Ról  

Beidh ról lárnach ag an Ard-Oifigeach Oideachais (AOO) maidir le tacú leis an gCoimisiún chun Clár Oideachais agus Oiliúna um Chearta an Duine agus Comhionannas a sheachadadh le páirtithe leasmhara oideachais foirmiúla (earnáil na hiar-bhunscoile) agus neamhfhoirmiúla (earnálacha pobail agus óige) de réir thosaíochtaí straitéiseacha an Choimisiúin.  

I measc na bpríomhfhreagrachtaí sa ról beidh: 

Forbairt, Cur Chun Feidhme agus Faireachán Straitéise  

  • Forbairt, seachadadh, faireachán agus athbhreithniú ar Chlár Oideachais agus Oiliúna Choimisiún na hÉireann um Chearta an Duine agus Comhionannas a bhainistiú. 

  • Poist bheartais agus aighneachtaí ó thaobh cearta an duine, comhionannais agus tuisceana idirchultúrtha a ullmhú, chun bonn eolais a chur faoin Roinn Oideachais agus Óige, faoin gComhairle Náisiúnta Curaclaim agus Measúnachta agus faoi chomhairliúcháin ábhartha eile, faoi athbhreithnithe ar ábhair agus faoi bheartais ghaolmhara oideachais agus oiliúna. 

  • Cur le forbairt agus cothabháil na gCaighdeán Oideachais um Chearta an Duine agus Comhionannas bunaithe ar dhea-chleachtas na Náisiún Aontaithe agus Chomhairle na hEorpa is féidir a chur i bhfeidhm in oideachas foirmiúil (iar-bhunscoile) agus neamhfhoirmiúil agus i bhforbairt ghairmiúil leanúnach múinteoirí. 

Forbairt ar Ábhar/Acmhainní  

  • Comhordú agus comhoibriú i bhforbairt ábhar agus acmhainní oideachais atá bunaithe ar chearta an duine agus ar chomhionannas lena n-úsáid sa mhéid seo a leanas:- 

  • curaclam iar-bhunscoile lena n-áirítear an Pholaitíocht agus an tSochaí, Oideachas Saoránach, Sóisialta Polaitiúil, agus an Idirbhliain i gcomhar le príomhpháirtithe leasmhara, agus 

  • suíomhanna oideachais agus oiliúna neamhfhoirmiúla, lena n-áirítear obair óige, agus  

  • le páirtithe leasmhara eile 

Comhpháirtíochtaí  

  • Comhpháirtíochtaí straitéiseacha a thógáil agus a chothabháil le príomhpháirtithe leasmhara sna hearnálacha oideachais foirmiúla agus neamhfhoirmiúla, lena n-áirítear an Roinn Oideachais agus Óige agus an Chomhairle Náisiúnta Curaclaim agus Measúnachta ach gan a bheith teoranta dóibh.  

  • Tacaíocht rúnaíochta a chur ar fáil d'obair Choiste Comhairleach Oideachais agus Oiliúna Choimisiún na hÉireann um Chearta an Duine agus Comhionannas  a thabharfaidh comhairle maidir le hacmhainní oideachais a fhorbairt.  

Bainistíocht Imeachtaí  

  • Imeachtaí a eagrú agus a sheachadadh chun tacú le ceart an duine agus le hoideachas agus oiliúint um chomhionannas agus oiliúint don oideachas foirmiúil (iar-bhunscoile) agus don oideachas neamhfhoirmiúil agus do lucht féachana um fhorbairt ghairmiúil leanúnach. 

Airgeadas agus Riarachán  

  • Buiséad an chláir a bhainistiú, conraitheoirí a bhainistiú agus a chinntiú go bhfuil cleachtais riaracháin agus coinneála taifead atá éifeachtach agus éifeachtúil i bhfeidhm. 

Eile 

  • Oibriú leis an bhFoireann Rannpháirtíochta Straitéisí níos leithne chun spriocanna, spriocanna agus cuspóirí comhaontaithe a bhaint amach. 

 

Ag tuairisciú go díreach don stiúrthóir, oibreoidh an duine a cheaptar go dlúth leis an bPríomh-Choimisinéir. 

 

Iarratas agus tuilleadh eolais 

Chun tuilleadh eolais a fháil agus chun iarratas a dhéanamh ar an ról seo tabhair cuairt ar https://osborne.ie/public-sector/ihrec-employment-opportunities/nó féach ceangaltáin thíos: 

 

Ba cheart iarratais a chur isteach ar líne agus caithfear a áireamh leo:  

  • Foirm Iarratais ina míníonn tú cén fáth ar chóir d’iarratas a chur san áireamh don phost seo agus cén chaoi a gcomhlíonann do chuid scileanna agus taithí na riachtanais don phost  

Ní ghlacfar isteach san fheachtas ach amháin le hiarratais a chuirtear isteach go hiomlán ar líne 

Le cur isteach ar an ról seo, caithfear iarrthóirí an fhoirm iarratais ábhartha a chomhlánú, a shíniú agus a sheoladh chuig ihrec@osborne.ie  

 

Dáta Deiridh 

Spriocdháta d'iarratais: Tabhair faoi deara, le do thoil, gurb é Dé Céadaoin, 24 Meitheamh 2026 ag 1.00 i.n an t-am is déanaí a ghlacfar le hiarratais. Ní ghlacfar le hiarratais neamhiomlána, iarratais phoist ná CV-anna. Ní bhreithneofar iarratais a gheofar tar éis an dáta agus an ama dheiridh.    

   

Eiseofar ríomhphost admhála le haghaidh gach iarratais a sheoltar isteach. Mura bhfuil admháil faighte agat ar d’iarratas laistigh de dhá lá ó sheol tú é, bí i dteagmháil le Foireann Earcaíochta Osborne i ríomhphost chuig ihrec@osborne.ie lena chinntiú go bhfuarthas d’iarratas.  

 

Níor cheart aon fhiosrúcháin ná canbhasáil a dhéanamh go díreach le IHREC. 

 

Is fostóir comhdheiseanna é Coimisiún na hÉireann um Chearta an Duine agus Comhionannas agus fáiltíonn sé roimh iarratais ó dhaoine ó chúlraí éagsúla agus ó ghrúpaí faoi ghannionadaíocht lena n-áirítear mionlach eitneach agus daoine faoi mhíchumas. 

Please submit your updated CV in Word Format. If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit we would love to hear from you, if however you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
Osborne is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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Executive Director / Centre Manager

  • Location: Dublin 22, Dublin
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #49233
  • Salary: €60,000

Executive Director / Centre Manager

We are currently sourcing an Executive Director / Centre Manager for our client The Tower Programme in Dublin 22. The Tower Programme is a transformative, community-based initiative that supports adults who have been subject to the criminal justice system. They provide life skills, accredited education, and personal development opportunities designed to reduce reoffending and help participants build a more positive, sustainable future. Core-funded by the Probation Service, they work in close partnership with DDLETB, local community groups, and a range of statutory agencies. Their approach is holistic and person-centred—tailored to meet the diverse needs of each individual who engages with them.

The Executive Director is a senior leadership position within a small, agile nonprofit with overall responsibility for delivering the vision and mission of the Tower Programme. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director holds strategic and operational responsibility for programme delivery, governance, financial sustainability, staff leadership, stakeholder engagement, and long-term impact. This is a dynamic, hands-on role that combines vision, collaboration, and day-to-day management. You’ll lead a committed team, nurture critical partnerships (including with the Probation Service and DDLETB), and drive the continued development of the Tower Programme’s impact.

Salary and Benefits:

  • Clondalkin, Dublin 22 (Tower Programme offices)

  • Full-time, Permanent & Onsite  (subject to  6-month probation period)

  • €60,000 –€65,000 (depending on experience)

  • 37.5 hours per week

  • 25days annual leave, plus public holidays

  • Pension contribution (up to 7%), income protection, and professional development support

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Lead the development and implementation of the Tower Programme’s strategic plan.

  • Represent the organisation to key stakeholders, including funders, policymakers, media, and the wider community.

  • Identify opportunities for growth, collaboration, and increased impact.

  • Ensure alignment with Probation Service priorities and wider justice reform.

  • Develop and implement strategic advocacy initiatives, representing Tower in policy forums and sector-wide collaboration

  • Build relationships with peer organisations, networks, and philanthropic bodies to share learning and increase visibility.

  • Support collaborative and co-funding initiatives aligned with Tower’s goals.

Programme Management

  • Oversee the delivery of education and personal development programmes that meet participant needs.

  • Lead the development and expansion of programme offerings, guided by evidence and participant feedback.

  • Ensure quality assurance, outcomes measurement, and continuous improvement across all services.

  • Monitor and evaluate programme outcomes and impact, reporting regularly to the Board and funders.

  • Promote a culture of learning, innovation, and accountability within the organisation

Finance & Governance

  • Provide overall financial leadership, including strategic budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation.

  • Provide regular financial and operational reports to the Board.

  • Maintain robust internal financial controls and oversee all financial reporting.

  • Ensure full compliance with SORP, Revenue, and Charities Regulatory Authority requirements.

  • Work with the Board to steward reserves and explore new funding streams, including income generation.

Policy Development & Governance

  • Develop and implement policies in line with best practices in governance, HR, finance, and programme delivery.

  • Promote policies that enable transparent, values-led, and person-centred operations.

  • Provide the Board with timely and accurate information to support effective governance.

  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and codes of governance.

Stakeholder Engagement & Donor Relationships

  • Maintain strong relationships with the Probation Service, DDLETB, and other statutory and community partners.

  • Develop new funding streams and secure long-term financial sustainability.

  • Represent the organisation externally to enhance visibility, attract support, and influence policy.

  • Engage proactively with funders, grantees, and the philanthropic community to sustain and grow Tower’s work.

  • Identify and respond to team development and training needs, including those of the Board.

  • Operational Management

  • Ensure effective day-to-day running of Tower’s services and operations.

  • Oversee development and implementation of HR systems, procedures, and employment law compliance.

  • Maintain high standards of health and safety, data protection, and operational efficiency.

Team Leadership

  • Lead, support and develop a small multidisciplinary team.

  • Embed a values-driven culture of trust, inclusion, and growth.

  • Oversee HR functions, succession planning, and staff wellbeing.

KPIs / Priorities (Within 6 Months)

  • Complete a review of current programmes and identify areas for innovation or development.

  • Strengthen impact measurement systems and initiate a comprehensive review of programme outcomes.

  • Deepen relationships with statutory and community stakeholders and explore new collaboration opportunities.

  • Develop a fundraising strategy to diversify income and increase financial sustainability.

  • Review and update governance, HR, and operational policies as part of a compliance audit.

  • Assess team structure and performance, proposing any changes or additional resourcing needs.

  • Strengthen external relationships, particularly with core funders and collaborators.

  • Identify opportunities to extend or deepen participant impact and engagement.

  • Key Requirements:

  • Proven management experience in the nonprofit, education, justice, or community sectors.

  • Understanding of social inclusion and community-based rehabilitation.

  • Experience in programme development, team management, and financial oversight.

  • Proven ability to manage relationships with funders and statutory agencies.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative leadership style.

  • Strong commitment to social justice, inclusion, and working with marginalised communities.

  • Visionary and grounded, with the ability to lead with empathy and clarity.

  • Resilient, adaptable, and solution-focused.

  • Able to motivate, inspire, and hold space for staff and participants alike.

  • Committed to fostering inclusive, empowering work and learning environments.

Desirable

  • Experience in a Probation-funded or statutory partnership environment.

  • Background in adult education, training, or personal development.

  • Experience in strategic planning, fundraising, and external relations.

  • Familiarity with impact measurement and continuous improvement tools.

For more information please apply through the link provided for the attention of Karen McManus or call Osborne Recruitment on 01-5984334.
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