Paid Chief Executive Officer Organisation Spirasi Hours Full-time Location Dublin 7

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Paid Chief Executive Officer Organisation Spirasi Hours Full-time Location Dublin 7

Company

Spirasi

Job description

Spirasi is recruiting for a Chief Executive OfficerDuties and Responsibilities (Include, but not limited to)Leadership and Management

• Lead implementation of the strategic plan and annual business plans as approved by the Board.
• Lead the implementation of strategic initiatives to enhance the impact and reach of our services, ensuring alignment with the needs of our beneficiaries and the broader community.
• Responsible for leading a strong management team, for ensuring the oversight of Spirasi staff and supporting their performance in the workplace.
• Provide effective leadership and management oversight to all departments and programmes within the organisation.
• Ensure that the organisational structures and systems are fit for purpose to deliver on Spirasi’s strategic plan.
• Ensure the efficient and accountable use of resources, including budgeting, financial management, and risk mitigation, ensuring that systems, procedures and practices are in place for evaluating the effectiveness of operations.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement throughout the organisation.
• Lead the Spirasi team in a visionary, ethical and legal manner, fostering a performance-oriented culture, a strong work ethic and a motivated team.
• Monitor sector trends, policy developments, and best practices to inform strategic decision-making and programme development.
• Identify development opportunities and establish appropriate partnerships to achieve growth.

Fundraising and Resource Development

• Oversee the development and implementation of a comprehensive fundraising strategy to diversify revenue streams and ensure the financial sustainability of the organisation.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, funding agencies, corporate partners, and other stakeholders to secure funding and support for our programmes and initiatives.
• Oversee grant writing, donor stewardship, and fundraising events to meet annual fundraising targets.

Advocacy and External Relations

• Build strategic partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, international organisations, and other stakeholders to advance our advocacy goals and influence policy change.
• Represent the organisation at conferences, forums, and media engagements to promote our mission and amplify the voices of torture survivors.
• Serve as the principal spokesperson and advocate to raise awareness of torture survivors’ rights and needs

Communication

• Represent Spirasi in public and the media in accordance with brand values.
• Agree performance expectations with all direct reports and provide feedback (at least quarterly) on performance against expectations.
• Maintain an openness to feedback on one’s own performanceand a commitment to implementing agreed performance/behavioural changes.
• Ensure the Board has timely and accurate information on the organisation’s performance against annual business plan, financial performance, risk identification and mitigating strategies.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain positive relationships with a wide-range of stakeholders in areas key to Spirasi’s work, both nationally and internationally.
• Follow the highest ethical standards when dealing with the Board, colleagues and clients.

Governance

• To ensure compliance by Spirasi with statutory requirements across all relevant areas including health and safety, employment law, charities regulation and company legislation.
• Approve company operational procedures, policies and standards.
• Support the Chairperson in fulfilling their role and keep them informed of all material matters on an ongoing basis.
• Accompany Chairperson/Board members on key external stakeholder meetings as appropriate.
• Support all Board members in fulfilling their roles.
• Ensure fiduciary and governance protocols are addressed and keep the Board appraised of regulatory changes and governance best practice.
• Report to the Board at each meeting on the business of the organisation, including periodic reports on performance against the annual business plan and bringing to the attention of the Board material matters that impact on the organisation.
• Undertake any other duties that are assigned to you by the Board and for which you have been provided with reasonable knowledge and training in respect of such tasks.

Person Specification- Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience (minimum 7 years) in senior leadership roles, preferably in organisations serving vulnerable populations or human rights. Experience within the non-profit sector is desirable.
• Strong strategic planning and organisational development skills, with the ability to translate vision into action and drive results.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, grant writing, and donor relations, with a track record of securing significant funding from diverse sources.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of stakeholders, including staff, donors, volunteers, and clients.
• Knowledge of torture rehabilitation, trauma-informed care, and human rights principles is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of the International Protection System
• Master’s degree in non-profit management, public administration, social work, international relations, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with the compliance and regulatory landscape governing the charity sector in Ireland.
• Excellent sense of self care.
• Proficient in IT (using client management systems, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email).
• Able to speak and write English to IELTS Level 8 (Expert User).

Health & Safety

• Adhere to safety, health and welfare at policies and procedures and all relevant legislation.

These duties are a guide to the general range of responsibilities and are neither definitive nor restrictive. The post-holder may from time-to-time be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the post.DOCX 1.14 MBDOCX 400.23 KBApplication DetailsPlease send a CV and a brief letter of motivation (Word or PDF format) – both of which should show how your skills and experience match the requirements of the post via email to with ‘CEO and your name’ in the subject of the email.Inquiries: Magda Carrara, phone: 083 143-2331, EmailClosing Date: 5pm on Sunday 28 April 2024Interview Date: First round: week commencing May 13th,Second round: week commencing May 27thStart Date: Immediate (subject to pre-employment checks & Garda Vetting)Remuneration: Competitive, commensurate with experienceContract: Full time, permanent

Expected salary

Location

Northside Dublin

Job date

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 02:24:27 GMT

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