Job Description
Dublin ZooClosing date for applications is: 3rd Apr 2024DUBLIN ZOO holds the prestigious position of being ‘Ireland’s leading Fee Paying Family Attraction’ welcoming in excess of 1.1 million visitors each year.Our purpose is to save wildlife and inspire a passion for nature – one person, one family at a time.We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and passionate Head of Commercial Operations who, under the direction of the Director of Dublin Zoo, will be responsible for leading and overseeing the efficient and effective delivery of Dublin Zoo’s commercial operations, helping to steer the Zoo towards a thriving and successful future.The Head of Commercial Operations will be responsible for developing and implementing the operation strategy that will help grow the Zoo’s income to support the delivery of the Zoo’s Conservation Masterplan and Strategic Development Plan.They must have a proven track record of successful commercial management and all aspects of consumer commerce as well as an understanding of a tourist attraction’s commercial operations and how to realise its potential in the context of a conservation charity.Excellent leadership skills with substantial experience in team development and people management are essential, along with a passion for exceeding visitor expectations. Strong commercial acumen with substantial experience of setting and overseeing budgets, meeting KPIs and targets, successfully managing and delivering projects, and experience of analysing data is required.Candidates must hold a third level qualification in a relatable field, with an MBA desirable.Apply for this job:Applications must be in the form of a CV and cover letter and should be forwarded to MSS Recruitment, david@mssthehrpeople.ieClosing date for applications is Wednesday 3rd April 2024.Dublin Zoo is an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr