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The Position
The General Manager will report to the Voluntary Board of Trustees through the Chairperson, and together with the Management Team, lead the delivery of the organisation’s strategy.
They will lead a dedicated workforce of 68 full-time employees and will be required to demonstrate effective leadership and vision for the role – working with the Board of Directors and the Management Team to shape the longer-term strategic direction of our organisation.
Requirements
Candidates should have a proven track record in senior management within a similar-sized organisation, ideally in the heritage, tourism or hospitality sectors.
Experience in managing risk, financial and human resources and complex stakeholder relationships is essential. Candidates should also demonstrate the ability to lead effective change.
Key competencies in this role will include: leadership, communicating and influencing; strategic vision; public relations; marketing and promotion; museum and cultural focus; commercial and financial acumen; change management; critical analysis & decision making; adaptability, drive & resilience; and accountability.
To Apply
If you believe that you meet the requirements necessary to take on this important role, please submit a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae by e-mail to apply@principalconnections.ie in strictest confidence, for the attention of Eilish Devine, Practice Leader, of our retained executive search partners, Principal Connections – executive search on or before 12 noon on Wednesday 18th of September 2024.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Eilish Devine at +353 (01) 703 88 09. A detailed briefing prospectus, including job and person specification, is available on request.
A competitive remuneration package will be on offer to the selected candidate.
The Trustees of Muckross House is an equal opportunities employer.
Candidates for this post will be sourced through both an advertised selection and executive search process.