Pavilion Theatre, located in the heart of Dún Laoghaire, is a key part of Ireland’s national arts infrastructure and operates under the auspices of Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown County Council.
A vibrant, multi‑disciplinary venue, Pavilion plays a central role in the cultural life of the Dublin region, presenting an ambitious programme of theatre, music, dance, comedy, film and community‑based work, alongside a strong commitment to artist development.
Following a period of growth and strategic development, Pavilion Theatre now seeks to appoint an Executive Director to lead the organisation into its next phase.
The Role
Reporting to the Chair and Board, the Executive Director will have overall responsibility for the artistic, strategic, operational and financial leadership of the Theatre.
Leading the implementation of Pavilion Theatre’s Strategy 2025–2028
Ensuring delivery of a high‑quality, ambitious artistic programme and artist supports
Providing strong organisational leadership and team development
Overseeing financial management and long‑term sustainability
Managing technical production and capital development
Leading stakeholder engagement and public value delivery
The Individual
The successful candidate will be a senior leader who:
Can balance artistic ambition with strong governance and commercial acumen
Brings significant leadership experience within a multi‑disciplinary cultural venue
Has a strong understanding of the Irish arts funding and policy landscape
Demonstrates proven capability in organisational leadership, stakeholder engagement and team development
Closing date for applications: 5.00pm, Friday 29 May 2026.
Pavilion Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. They are committed to a diverse workplace, and to supporting their team with ongoing career development opportunities.
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