Job Description
Principal Connections has been retained by one of Ireland's most significant charitable bodies in its search to appoint for the unique, newly created position of Director of Innovation & Development. The post of Director of Innovation & Development will be offered on a full-time, 12 month fixed term contract. THE POSITION Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Director of Innovation & Development will be a key member of the Senior Management Team and will lead the development and sustainability of the organisation's services to societies must vulnerable. The post-holder will be responsible for leading the innovation and development team which consists of - best practice, policy, research and more. They will also facilitate change management processes and work closely with the CEO to develop influence to maximise impact and funding streams. THE REQUIREMENTS Suitably qualified candidates will have over ten years' experience working at a senior, strategic level, preferably in a social-services or another relevant setting. The successful candidate will possess leadership experience in business development and a track record of successfully driving and implementing initiatives in collaboration with others. They will also demonstrate significant experience in strategic planning, project management and performance analysis, and hold a proven ability to make challenging decisions, which support strategic aims and long-term vision. A full driving licence and access to the use of a suitably insured car is essential. TO APPLY If you believe that you meet the requirements necessary to take on this important role, please submit a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae via the available 'Apply Option' in strictest confidence, for the attention of Eilish Devine, Practice Leader, of retained executive search firm, Principal Connections - executive search. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Eilish Devine at . A detailed briefing prospectus, including job and person specification, is available on request. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Principal Connections is acting as an employment agency and has been retained to manage this key appointment. Our client is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourages applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. Candidates for this post will be sourced through both an advertised selection and executive search process. Please note that any offer of employment will be made subject to satisfactory reference checks as well as any other background checks and assessments considered appropriate to the process. By applying for this vacancy with Principal Connections, you accept the Term's & Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Cookies Policy which can be found on our website ABOUT PRINCIPAL CONNECTIONS Principal Connections is the leading executive search and board advisory firm serving organisations across Ireland and the United Kingdom, and is also part of Agilium Worldwide LLC (est. 1984), ranked one of the world's top global executive search groups. (55 Offices, 30 Countries). Skills: Senior Executive Project Management Strategic Planning Benefits: Work From Home