Our client is an uplifting, inspirational and impactful Charitable organisation who provides support to young people all over Ireland, through workshops, mentorship and a variety of events. They are looking for a dynamic, entrepreneurial and strategic Director of Education to lead the review, design, delivery, and growth of impactful education programmes that empower young people to thrive with confidence, courage, and compassion.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and deliver a master education plan that drives strategy and impact.
* Review, understand and update current educational programmes that meet the needs of today’s young people.
* Ensure you are using an evidence based and creative approach and deliver a programme that actually works for young people.
* Oversee day-to-day programme delivery, budgets, and resources.
* Recruit, train, and support a talented team of facilitators and programme managers.
* Build strong connections with schools, policymakers, and community partners.
* Represent the organisation confidently at events and policy forums.
* Measure impact and use data and feedback to improve and grow programmes.
* Identify opportunities for funding, partnerships and expansion.
Requirements:
* Experience developing and managing education programmes in the Irish education system.
* Knowledge about educational policy and practice, with the ability to link education programmes with curriculum, learning outcomes, well-being frameworks.
* The proven ability to manage budgets and turn data into insight and action. Skilled at planning, evaluating, reporting.
* Strong leadership, organisational, coaching and people management skills.
* A strategic thinker with a growth and entrepreneurial mindset, someone who’s self sufficient, driven, impactful and enthusiastic.
* Confidence in communicating with all walks of people.
* A collaborative, empathetic approach with a passion for creating inclusive spaces.
* Strong attention to detail, highly organised and the ability to prioritise.
* A compassionate, genuine and authentic individual who cares deeply about the mission.
* Degree (or equivalent experience) in education, youth work, social impact, or related field.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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