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Jan 01 1970

Chief Executive Officer

Employed

Minimum Age 0

Duration Fixed Term Contract

Main purpose of the role

The primary function of this role is to provide effective leadership and stewardship to Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) so that its activities are planned, delivered, sustained and developed in line with the mission, vision and values of the organization

Overall Objectives

Camphill Communities of Ireland operates a residential and day service in 16 centres, in which approx. 250 residents and day-attendees live and take part in day activities, delivered by a workforce of approx. 500 persons comprised of employees and voluntary co-workers. The CEO of CCoI will be required to deliver the following:

To lead the CCoI team to ensure quality programme direction and delivery
To ensure sustainability of CCoI through effective management of resources
To raise the profile of CCoI through stakeholder development and communications
To work with the Chair & Council of CCoI to maintain and improve transparency and professionalism

Span of Control

Camphill Communities of Ireland operates a residential and day service in 16 centres, in which approx. 260 residents and day-attendees live and take part in day activities, delivered by a workforce of approx. 500 persons comprised of employees and voluntary co-workers. This role will carry full responsibility for all aspects of management of Camphill Communities of Ireland: making decisions on the budget, expenditure, recruitment and service provision within all of the communities encompassed by CCoI. The incumbent will ensure the implementation of the policies of CCoI and will deliver quality throughout the organisation, providing oversight of Camphill’s workforce of approx. 500 persons and ensuring high standards are maintained in respect of the approx. 260 residents and day-attendees associated with CCoI. The role will report to the Chair and Council of CCoI

Reporting In Roles

The Senior Management Team, comprising of HR Manager, Finance Manager, Safety and Quality Manager, and Regional Managers
The Persons-in-Charge in the communities

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning
Leadership and Change Management
Corporate Governance, Reputation and Risk Management
Oversight accountability for effectiveness, quality and efficiency of service delivery
Strategic relationship management
Representational and Leadership role
Performance Management, Staff Development, Support and Team Building

Core Competencies

Leadership and Delivery of Change
Working With and Through Others, Communication and Relationship Building
Managing and Delivering Results (Operational Excellence)
Critical Analysis, Decision Making and Resource Management
Personal Commitment, Motivation and Integrity

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience in the field of Disability or Social Care

Essential

A recognized relevant qualification, minimum degree level or substantial experience
Good understanding of the national context, sector policies and trends
Experience of dealing with regulation in the area of disability or related field
Experience of liaising with regulatory authorities at a senior level in the area of disability or related field
Experience of service coordination and collaboration with HSE or equivalent funding bodies

Desirable

Experience in the field of advocacy and involvement of service users within a large organisation
Experience of coordination and collaboration with other service organisations and agencies

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience in the field of Management

Essential

Demonstrable substantial experience in managing change in a large values-based organisation
Demonstrable substantial experience in managing within a large organisation at regional or national level as part of a senior management team (min. 5 years)
Demonstrable experience of managing substantial resource allocation and budget management
Demonstrable experience of implementing a systemic approach to Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement
Demonstrable experience in managing a large, diverse workforce

Desirable