VACANCY – SERVICE MANAGER
Kilmore West Youth Project is currently seeking to hire a full–time
Service Manager. The Service Manager is the senior executive who will
lead a staff team of approximately * people to
deliver a broad range of services. The Service Manager will provide
strong leadership to the organisation and build strong working
relationships and alliances with all key stakeholders. They are
accountable for the overall performance of the Organisation and the
day-to-day running and management of the Organisation's operations,
under delegated authority from the Board.
_EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS_
_ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE_
* A minimum of 3 years of substantial experience in a senior,
strategic leadership role in an organisation of similar scale and
complexity, preferably in the youth sector.
* An understanding of Youth Work policy and the national youth work
sector.
* Experience in engaging with government departments/national
agencies.
* In-depth knowledge and understanding of child and vulnerable
Safeguarding legislation, policy, and guidelines.
* Demonstrable experience in strategic and long-term planning and
the ability to ensure that operational plans and activities meet
targets and appropriately reflect medium- to long-term objectives.
* Ability to think strategically, shape strategic direction, and
take and execute decisions.
* Demonstrable people leadership and management experience, and a
record of accomplishment of delivering ambitious strategies.
* Ability to mobilise, inspire and motivate staff.
* Proven financial management and financial literacy. Thorough
understanding of funder relationships and experience preparing and
presenting detailed budgets, plans, and financial analysis.
* Experience in developing and implementing effective fundraising
strategies.
* Strong risk-management experience.
* Strong communication, negotiation, relationship management, and
interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrable experience in critical thinking, analysis, and
problem-solving skills.
* Ability to manage a varied and complex workload.
* Self-motivated and able to work within a team.
* Strong communicator and team player.
* Highly organised and systematic in approach.
* Substantial experience working with young people.
* Excellent IT skills, and proficiency with MS Office Suite and
other managerial IT systems.
* Results-focused.
_QUALIFICATIONS_
* Minimum requirement – Primary Degree in a relevant discipline
i.e. Youth Work, Social Care, Disability, or another relevant
discipline.
_DESIRABLE_
* Master’s degree or Professional Qualification in a relevant
discipline
* A Leadership or Management Qualification
_PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS_
Kilmore West Youth Project is seeking an energetic and dynamic leader
with strong management skills, a strategic mindset, and experience
working in a multifaceted role alongside boards or committees.
This key role is a hands-on role for the successful applicant who will
have strong experience/expertise in operations management, leading and
motivating staff, financial control, risk management, and governance.
They will be self-motivated in achieving performance-related targets
to ensure the Kilmore West Youth Project delivers on its strategic and
operational goals.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Application is through Cover Letter and curriculum vitae. Candidates
are encouraged to apply for this post with the requirement that they
can demonstrate both the relevance of their skills and experience.
Please submit your application, comprising your Curriculum Vitae and a
cover letter highlighting your suitability for this position, for the
attention of Sean Paul Mahon, Chairperson, Kilmore West Youth Project
CLG – *
Full Job description can be downloaded below.
The closing date for applications is Thursday the **Apply on the
website**th of January at * noon.
Interviews will be held week beginning the 5th of February **Apply on
the website**.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
