BDO Ireland

Director General

BDO Ireland

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Dublin • Ireland

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Lead

About the role

  • Lead the development and delivery of a clear, compelling strategy for the Institute, providing direction, focus and momentum over the next five years.
  • Overseeing the preparation, agreement and implementation of the annual IIEA Work Programme.
  • Translate strategic ambition into operational priorities, organisational design and measurable outcomes.
  • Work closely with the Board within an approved governance framework, operating with a high degree of autonomy while reporting appropriately on strategic, financial and reputational matters.
  • Leverage the skills and experience of Board members and sub-committees to support the Institute’s mission and long-term sustainability.
  • Continue to foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture that supports delivery, collaboration and accountability.
  • Role model the Institute’s values.
  • Evolve the organisational structure and capability mix to ensure alignment with strategy.
  • Developing staff to fulfil their potential.
  • Hold full accountability for the Institute’s P&L, ensuring strong financial management, transparency and control.
  • Drive income growth through a combination of:
  • Expansion and deepening of the membership base
  • Development of project income and grants
  • Stronger engagement with corporate members, government departments and embassies
  • Maintain an appropriate and sustainable balance between membership income and project or grant funding.
  • Articulate clear and compelling value propositions for the Institute’s membership groupings.
  • Be highly visible and engaged with members and stakeholders, ensuring the Institute remains responsive, relevant and impactful.
  • Build and sustain critical relationships across:
  • Corporate organisations
  • Irish Government and public service
  • Embassies and the diplomatic community
  • EU institutions, including the European Commission
  • NGOs and international bodies.
  • Strengthen the IIEA’s position as a central hub for ideas, insight and dialogue on European and international policy.
  • Act as the public face of the IIEA, representing the Institute and its values in national and international forums and with the media.
  • Safeguard the Institute’s strict political neutrality, ensuring it remains a trusted, independent platform for debate.
  • Build on the IIEA’s strong reputation for convening senior, respected voices from across politics, public service, diplomacy and international affairs.
  • Articulate clearly what the IIEA stands for as a modern think tank, and why its work matters in an increasingly complex international environment.

Requirements

  • A proven track record of significant results delivery at a senior level ideally in a think tank, policy, strategy, consulting or public service context, with excellent networking and influencing skills.
  • Strong team leadership credentials with excellent staff engagement, communication, management and development skills.
  • Strategic mindset, experienced in driving membership and revenue growth and budget management.
  • Excellent knowledge of International and European affairs, policy making and its relevant stakeholders.
  • Strong personal alignment with the mission, values and independence of the IIEA.
  • Energetic, motivated and outward-facing, with the drive to lead the Institute through its next phase of development.
  • Astute, with excellent judgement and a strong instinct for balance and neutrality.
  • A natural connector and relationship-builder.
  • Comfortable combining intellectual leadership with operational and commercial rigour.
  • Ambitious, passionate, collaborative and values driven leader with an ability to lead change and drive innovation.
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