HR at Royal Irish Academy of Music - RIAM
About the Company
The Royal Irish Academy of Music is the national conservatoire for music in Ireland, specialising in classical music creation and performance. RIAM is an associate college of Trinity College, the University of Dublin. RIAM is undergoing a period of expansion and transformation, led by a recent campus re-development and curriculum reform project. At RIAM we value: living in music; high performance; authentic artistry; authentic listening; accountability; humility and care.
About the Role
The position of Faculty Head is designed to facilitate the management of each RIAM Faculty to achieve and maintain the highest possible academic, musical and professional standards. You will therefore be key in facilitating an excellent Vocal Studies student and stakeholder experience across the RIAM’s four educational areas: Junior RIAM, Tertiary RIAM, RIAM Adult Division, and RIAM Exams.
Responsibilities
* Recruit and maintain home and international students for RIAM’s Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes as a top priority.
* Create and facilitate a quality-focused learning environment where students can fulfil their potential by gaining relevant and adaptable knowledge and skills for both non-professional and professional music training.
* Lead and develop the RIAM Vocal Studies Faculty (currently 12 staff, 60 full‑time students, and 16 Junior RIAM students) strategically and manage all assigned staff in line with RIAM policy.
* Make a significant contribution to the continuous enhancement of the Faculty through staff recruitment, retention and continuing professional development.
* Oversee a fully staged opera annually, as well as vocal song projects, masterclasses, international partnership projects and concerts.
* Oversee auditions, assessments, curriculum reviews with administration support from the Tertiary office.
* Initiate and maintain high‑level contacts within the profession and develop and nurture links with key potential partner organisations and individuals.
* Contribute to the management and development of the RIAM as a whole and uphold the highest standards of governance, probity and accountability in all aspects of your role.
Qualifications
* A postgraduate degree level qualification or equivalent professional experience in an appropriate and relevant subject.
Required Skills
* Principal study teaching experience.
* An international professional profile as a performing artist.
* A track record of excellence in teaching in the conservatoire setting.
* A track record of success in 3rd level student recruitment.
* Experience in a leadership role, and track record for visionary leadership.
* Experience of managing staff and budgets.
* Experience of managing opera productions or similar live stage productions desirable.
* The ability to manage and unify a diverse range of staff members.
* A detailed knowledge and understanding of the music profession and evolving opportunities for music graduates.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
* Experience of academic programme management and development.
Preferred Skills
* A deep and applied knowledge of contemporary professional practice in performance and contemporary teaching methods in a conservatoire environment.
* Demonstrable knowledge of the national and international cultural landscape.
* Demonstrable knowledge of the education sector.
* Extensive knowledge of the specialist subject area.
* Knowledge of Quality Assurance systems in Higher Education.
* Proven ability to deal with complex issues, with excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills.
Pay range and compensation package
Salary Scale: Commencing point 1 of lecturer scale new entrant (unless otherwise agreed with applicants already placed on lecturer pay scale). €61,553 min €104,755 max Please see Appendix 1 for full salary scale on https://www.riam.ie/about/vacancies-appointments
Pension: Employer pension scheme with minimum employee pension contribution set at 5% of gross salary and employer contribution at 10% of gross salary.
Annual leave: 29 Days annual leave per annum (including RIAM closure days).
Equal Opportunity Statement
Due to the nature of the role requiring contact with young persons under 18 years of age, Garda Vetting will be required in line with the NATIONAL VETTING BUREAU (CHILDREN AND VULNERABLE PERSONS) ACT 2012. The RIAM is committed to diversity and inclusivity in its hiring practices.
For more information, visit www.riam.ie.
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