Role Purpose
The Head of Governance & Risk plays a critical role in promoting sound risk management practices across the organisation and ensuring that An Coimisiúnhas processes and procedures in place so that it applies its Risk Management and Internal Control Frameworks effectively. They arealso responsible for the development and ongoing management of An Coimisiún’sGovernance Framework and managing the internal audit plan.
About the Team/Division
Governance is one of five teams that make up Coimisiún na Meán'sCorporate Services Division, along with People & Organisational Development, International Affairs, Finance & Procurement and the Commission Secretariat. Under the leadership of the Chief Operating Officer and Director of Commission Secretariat, the Governance Team comprises a Head of Governance and FOI (AP), a Head of Governance & Risk (AP) and two Governance managers. Two Executive Officers are expected to join the team in the coming months.
Key Responsibilities:
Risk Management
- Lead the implementation of the recently approved Risk Management Framework and Internal Control Framework to ensure that they are understood and applied across the organisation.
- Report regularly to the Commission, the Audit &Risk Committee and the Senior Management Group on strategicand organisational risks,working closely with Risk Owners to identify, manage and report on status of risks, controls and mitigations.
- Progress the development and roll-out of risk management training and information resources across the organisation.
Internal Audit
- Function as the key liaison for the outsourced internal audit providers including management of internal audit plan and ensuring timely updates and reports are brought to the Audit&Risk Committee.
Governance
- Work cross-functionally on the development and management of An Coimisiún’s Governance Framework, Compliance Schedule and associated processes.
- Work collaboratively with Team members in ensuring the delivery of An Coimisiún’s broad range of Governance obligations.
People Management
- Act as line manager for relevant members of the Governance team and ensure the team can deliver high quality and responsive Governance & Risk services and supports to the organisation.
- Ensure appropriate performance management for staff including developing the skills requirements of the team and mentoring and coaching team members to develop their potential.
- Liaise with the People and Organisational Development team to ensure appropriate Governance & Risk training is provided to all staff
The above is intended as a guide to the general range of duties and is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to review.
The role will include such other duties as may be reasonable and be assigned from time to time by the Chief Operating Officer or the Director of Commission Secretariat.
About You - Experience, Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential Criteria
- At least 3 years management experience in a corporate governance or risk management role.
- Experience in identifying and managing risks and implementing systems to mitigate and manage risk effectively.
- A proven track record in successfully managing change including fostering a culture and practices of continuous improvement.
- A proven ability to contribute to general management and strategic issues outside of the confines of the function.
- Experience of leading, managing and developing people and teams, ideally within a public sector organisation.
- Excellent communication skills and proven ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Desirable Criteria
- A degree in a relevant discipline or other related third level qualification in corporate governance or risk.
- Experience of managing compliance with public service governance requirements such as Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.
- Key Information
Benefits, Package & Pay
- This position is offered on a specified purpose basis of approximately 7-12 months to cover the absence of a permanent employee on mat leave.
- Full time, 35 hrs per week
- Annual Leave: 30 days per annum
- The role will be a hybrid role combining home and office working. Our current hybrid policy is 2 days in the office.
- Our office is located at One Shelbourne Buildings, Shelbourne Road, Dublin 4, D04 NP20.
- For a full list of benefits see our website here
- This position is graded at the Assistant Principal scale.
Successful candidates will be appointed on the first point of the scale.
Application Process
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit:
- A CV (max 2 pages) and a Cover letter/personal statement (max 1 page) outlining why you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position through the Apply Now button below.
- Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland. All positions require candidates to live in the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland.
- Candidates who engage in canvassing will be disqualified and excluded from the process
- For queries related to the application or selection process related to this role, please contact [email protected]
Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations will be provided, if required, during the recruitment process. To discuss and request reasonable accommodations in confidence please contact [email protected]
Closing Date: Thursday, 14 August 2025 at 3pm
