Assistant Principal Officer level - Head of Governance

Essential Requirements

• A third level educational qualification, at least level 7 and/or equivalent on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), in a relevant discipline(s)
• commensurate with this role and/or a professional qualification in an area of relevance to the role (e.g., governance, legal, public administration);
• Possess experience at an appropriate level of seniority in a relevant role.

Desirable Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of public sector management, corporate governance practices and its
• applicability to an organisation like GRETB;
• Excellent leadership skills with a proven ability to lead, motivate and develop staff;
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with
• the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels;
• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to demonstrate the ability to manage resources effectively;
• ·Comprehensive knowledge and experience of risk management and the implementation of internal controls;·
• Excellent professional judgement, problem-solving, analytical and decision making skills;
• Have a strong track record in managing multiple agendas, projects, tasks and assignments to a high level of attention to detail within agreed timelines;
• Excellent ICT and administration skills.
• Inniúlacht le dualgais an phoist a chomhlíonadh go héifeachtach trí mheán na Gaeilge/Capacity to discharge the duties of the post through the medium of Irish.
• A full driving licence and access to a car and be willing to work flexibly outside of normal working hours as required.
• Location of Post: The successful applicant will be located in GRETB Headquarters, Athenry, Co. Galway.
• The post holder may be moved to another area of the organisation if required.
• Hours of Work: 35 hours per week. Hours may be adjusted from time to time under relevant Public Sector Agreements.
• For further information please refer to the link: https://gretbrecruitment.thehirelab.com/Job/Index/6871