Director of Services – Daughters of Charity Community Services – Dublin

Daughters of Charity Community Services (DoCCS), which is based at 8 and 9 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1, provides a range of educational, training and social care services for adults, youths and children in the North Inner City. The mission of the Daughters of Charity Community Services is to strengthen the community it serves and to encourage individuals and families to achieve their full potential.

Applications are invited for the position of:

DIRECTOR OF SERVICES

The successful candidate, reporting to the Chairperson of the Board of Directors, will exhibit qualities that enable him or her to give personal commitment to advancing the mission and ethos of Daughters of Charity Community Services and work creatively towards that aim.  He/she will have:

at least 5 years’ experience at a senior level in management, strategic planning, service development, fund-raising and general administration.
a proven record of achievement in his/her career to date.
the ability to initiate and lead organisational development and change
leadership skills, sound judgement, business acumen, self-motivation and strong interpersonal skills
sufficient understanding of the role of information technology in a modern working environment
knowledge of the social and related fields in community development
knowledge of public procurement processes and systems
understanding and experience of child protection and welfare issues
the ability to represent Daughters of Charity Community Services confidently and persuasively

A relevant third level qualification and previous experience of working within the community, voluntary or statutory services will be advantageous.

The salary scale is €65,000 – €72,545 with entry above the minimum being possible depending on experience and qualifications.

To apply for the position please contact Clare Murphy, HR Manager on 01-8874103 or claremurphy@doccs.ie to request and application form and information pack.

Completed applications forms should be returned in a sealed envelope and addressed to:

The Chairperson, Board of Directors, Daughters of Charity Community Services, 8/9 Henrietta Street, Dublin 1.   The application should be marked “Director of Services – Confidential”:

Closing date for the receipt of completed application forms is 12.00 noon on Friday, 17th July 2015.

Candidates may be short listed for interview on the basis of the information provided in their application.

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