The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is a postgraduate medical training college dedicated to ensuring that doctors have the skills to provide patients with the best possible care. Founded in 1654, the college supports doctors to enhance their skills, competencies, and professionalism throughout their working lives.Through its Faculties and Institutes, The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, offers medical training programmes, examinations, diplomas, and educational courses to equip doctors with the skills and knowledge they need to care for patients and run safe and efficient healthcare systems. It also offers a range of educational diplomas and courses for learners in the wider healthcare sector.Position:Role: Global and Partnerships Manager, Business Development and Examinations DepartmentSalary: €67,000 plus benefitsContract: PermanentReporting to: Senior Manager, Examinations, Global Training and Partnerships.Closing date: 6 November 2025 at 17:00Summary:The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is committed to a programme of continuous improvement in Postgraduate Training and Examinations. The Manager, Global Training and Partnerships will be responsible and accountable for monitoring and supporting the global strategic objectives of the Business Development Dept, ensuring all administrative, legislative and contractual agreements and reporting are met. The strategic objectives will be progress through proactive co-ordination and targeting of our activities including international trainee recruitment, new programme development, deepening the College's existing relationships and exploring potential partnerships in key markets. Working in collaboration with Faculties and Institutes in the College, the Global Training and Partnerships manager will prioritise the growth of our existing training schemes and strengthen RCPI's engagement in key international markets.They will collaborate closely with the Senior Manager, Examinations, Global Training and Partnerships, to manage activities for Global Training and Partnerships function including review of current business practices, setting goals and objectives, financial management, project planning, programme planning, report writing, data collection and analysis so that all areas of their activity are coordinated and reported on efficiently and effectively. They will collaborate with all functions in RCPI to ensure the work of Global Training and Partnerships department is understood and communicated throughout the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland.Overview:The aim of the Global Training and Partnerships within the Business Development and Examinations department is to build on existing services and products the college offers to international partners. Global Training and Partnerships, also aims to explore new business opportunities with international partners. Collaboration with international partners drives international business for the College in postgraduate specialist training, examinations, professional competence and global health partnerships in the first instance. Through these developments, we continue to raise the profile of the College both nationally and internationally, provide greater opportunities for Members and Fellows to engage with the College and generate new and additional revenues to support the overall development of the College.The training programmes the college offers aim to attract well-qualified and highly motivated international trainees to train in Ireland. These trainees participate in our training programmes and make a significant contribution to the delivery of care and services in the public health system.The purpose of the Examinations Department is to develop, deliver and maintain the highest professional standard of examinations. Working with experienced clinicians we continually enhance the excellence and quality of examinations ensuring that they are fit-for-purpose. We strive to meet with international best practice by ensuring examinations are designed to produce skilled, confident doctors that are underpinned by fair, reliable and consistent assessments.The Exams department works closely with a wide range of the key stakeholders nationally and internationally, who engage with the department such as Director of Examinations, Board Members, Convenors, Institute and Faculties, overseas stakeholders, and exam centres. The Department collaborates closely with colleagues across RCPI departments and with external stakeholders and vendors to continuously improve the standards and services provided.Role Overview:The Global Training and Partnerships, Manager, will play a key role in driving forward and supporting the ongoing development of the Department and its business activities, policies and strategies. In particular, they will be directly responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient day-to-day management and governance of the business activities.The Global Training and Partnerships, Manager, will supervise and manage staff assigned to the Department.They will be responsible for reviewing, designing and streamlining operational processes and aligning the structure of the department to the College's Connect Project as appropriate.Together with the Senior Manager, Examinations, Global Training and Partnerships, the Manager will play a key part in the development and delivery of the strategic business objectives, plans, policies and business processes of the Department.Reporting to the Senior Manager, Examinations, Global Training and Partnerships, they will manage on a day-to-day basis all operations for the Department. This will include setting goals and objectives, lead on key strategic projects, planning and reports including trend analysis and recommendations for improvement and innovation.They will collaborate with all departments in RCPI to ensure the work of the Department is understood and communicated throughout the organisation and that the development and operational outputs of these departments is fully integrated as part of the strategic and annual business plans.Standard duties of the Post:Duties will involve, but are not limited to:Management and Reporting:Manage the Global Partnerships and Training team to deliver a programme of work including international trainee recruitment, stakeholder engagement, Global Health projects and the provision of support to the Global Training and Partnerships department.Produce regular reports to inform internal and external stakeholders, including the Senior Leadership Team, Council, Executive, NDTP, The Forum, HSE, and overseas partners.Manage the budget for the department including financial planning, forecasting, invoicing and credit control.Support the Senior Manager with the annual business plan, to manage, deliver and report on all aspects of core business.Develop and maintain stakeholder relationship/engagement with Deans of Institute and Faculties, International Clinical Leads, NSDs, and international partnersDeliver change management and strategic development projects ensuring the appropriate governance,administration, and reporting are delivered.Development:Lead out and be accountable for the project management of the departments global strategic initiatives including the development of new specialities for training, new pathways to medical training in Ireland and a development plan for the department.Together with the Senior Manager, set targets for growth in the International Residency Programme and the International Fellowship programme and be accountable for achieving these set targets.Actively seek out new business opportunities for RCPI in the International Medical Training arena.Support the RCPI marketing manager to design and implement effective marketing strategies for the Global Partnerships and Training programmes.Identify opportunities for growth within current international training programmes and expansion into programmes and new markets.Provide guidance to faculty seeking to develop specialities on the international residency or fellowship programmes.Work with the National Speciality Directors, Hospitals the HSE in identifying training offers and capacity that can be utilised for RCPI's International Residency and International Fellowship programmes.Work with the Senior Manager, to develop and implement a phased strategy for the delivery of the College's internal Connect project.OperationsDevelop the process for monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on all activities related to the international training programmes.Actively engage with IT Services to drive change in how RCPI collects and analyses information on RCPI Global partnerships and their reach.Actively liaise with the Operations dept on matters concerning international trainees. Stakeholder EngagementTogether with the Director of Business Development and Examinations, build trusted relationships with the faculties and institutes of RCPI to support the ambition of the Business Development department.Actively collaborate and engage with national and international partners to advance and promote RCPI's international training programmes and attract eligible candidates for the programme.Actively collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders to deliver on RCPI's Global Health strategy.Oversee co-ordination of visits to RCPI by a wide range of formal delegations and making arrangements for high-level overseas missions by RCPI staff and clinicians.Manage and deliver key events for RCPI's strategic international partners.Work in partnership with other managers to identify and implement steps necessary to quality assure and enhance internal processes, external communications and the customer experience as a whole.Requirements:Person Specification:Relevant third-level or equivalent qualifications.At least 3 years' experience in business development and/or international partnerships and experience managing a team.Attention to detail, analytical, logistical and planning skills which include the capacity to contribute at a strategic level, undertake appropriate research, analysis, problem solve, identify opportunities, generate ideas and provide a breadth of view and medium to long-term thinkingExceptional communication and interpersonal skills combined with sound judgement required to facilitate work with a wide range of individuals and groups.Ability to inspire others by example and influence change.Knowledge and experience of business management and financial managementSelf-starter with high motivation and the ability to work flexibly on own initiative and as part of a team to achieve goals within agreed timeframesAbility to inspire others by example and influence changeProven track record of managing projects to completion.Practical experience in preparing business plans, programme plans, and budgets.Proven ability to implement a strategy to achieve agreed goals and objectives.Please note this role requires a significant amount of international travel. Competencies:Business DevelopmentPlanning and OrganisingStakeholder Engagement and Relationship ManagementLeadership and Team ManagementOther information:Why work with usAt the RCPI we value our employees and believe our talented team is the foundation of the Colleges success. That is why we aim to provide them with support and a range of benefits and services to create a work-life balance that suits you.:Leave: We offer 21 days annual leave with an additional 3-4 college days as well as long service leave to all employees. We also provide support for staff with Maternity, Sick, Parents, and Parental leave.Wellbeing: AnEmployee Assistance Programme with Spectrum Life is available to all staff members as well as annual flu vaccine.Flexible Hybrid working model: The RCPI offer a flexible 35-hour-a-week hybrid working model for all employees from their start date, giving staff the autonomy to work from home combined with time spent onsite.Pension: A defined contribution pension scheme of 3.33% Employee contribution and 6.66% RCPI contribution is offered to every employee upon completion of probationary period.Flexible Benefit: Pro-rata €1,000 annual flexible benefit upon completion of a successful probatory period.Life Assurance: 4 times your annual salary.Learning & Development: We offer CPD options including study leave and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning.Diversity and Inclusion: RCPI recognises the importance of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We were recently awarded a Silver accreditation from Investors in Diversity. We are an open and inclusive organisation that celebrates and welcomes diversity. We lead initiatives that support, promote and demonstrate a culture of mutual respect, inclusivity, and diversity, as outlined in our Diversity and Inclusion policy.The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is an inclusive employer and in line with our policies you are invited to disclose any reasonable accommodations you require for applying, interviewing or working with RCPI. Please be assured this information will be treated as confidential and not used for the purpose of selection. If you have any queries, please contact Suzann Donnelly