Our client, Coimisiún na Meán is hiring for a Governance Manager at HEO level on a Specified Purpose Contract basis.
About This Role
Role Purpose
As a Higher Executive Officer within the Governance and Secretariat Team, you will contribute to the thriving, diverse and safe online and media landscape by facilitating the effective functioning of governance, risk and compliance (GRC) processes and contributing to good practice across the organisation.
The Higher Executive Officer will serve as one of the key points of contact for organisational wide GRC matters. Advising and supporting other teams to help further develop and maintain the highest possible standard of practices and reporting across Coimisiún na Meán.
Reporting to the Assistant Director, Governance and Risk, the successful candidate will be part of a dynamic and purposeful team, with opportunities for personal growth.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to the development of best standard governance practices for a new public body
About the Team/Division
The Governance and Secretariat Team is one of five teams that make up Coimisiún na Meán's Corporate Services Division. The other Teams are People & Organisational Development, Finance & Procurement, International Affairs and Change & Business Improvement. Under the leadership of the Chief Operating Officer and Director of Governance & Secretariat, the team will comprise two Assistant Directors, two Higher Executive Officers and two Executive Officers.
Key Responsibilities
Governance
•Support the implementation of the Governance framework for Coimisiún na Meán.
•Manage the design and implementation of procedures and systems to ensure An Coimisiún’s compliance with all its statutory governance obligations including compliance with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies and statutory reporting.
•Work cross-functionally to support the design and ongoing management of An Coimisiún’s Governance processes.
Risk and Internal Audit
•Manage and report on governance risks and related mitigating action.
•Support the roll-out and functioning of Coimisiún na Meán’s risk management framework, including the ongoing coordination of organisational and divisional risk registers and the roll-out of risk management training and the new risk management IT application across the organisation.
•Coordinate the roll-out and ongoing oversight of the Internal Audit workplan
Audit and Risk Committee (ARC)
•Support the Secretary of the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) in ensuring the effective functioning of the Committee, including the timely preparation and circulation of meeting material.
•Coordinate and manage the delivery of actions arising from the work of the ARC.
IHREC, FOI, Protected Disclosures, Sustainability
•Work cross functionally as required across the Governance team to manage or support the development of policies, procedures, training, and template documentation in areas such as IHREC, Freedom of Information, Protected Disclosures, Sustainability.
•Act as a FOI Decision Maker
People Management
•Manage support staff working with the Governance team and identify the skills and training requirements needed to ensure the organisation can deliver high quality and responsive Governance across all areas of operation.
•Role model Performance Management development for staff developing the skills requirements of the team and mentoring and coaching team members to develop their potential.
•Liaise with the People and Organisational Development team to ensure appropriate Governance updates and training are provided to all staff.
The above is intended as a guide to the general range of duties and is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to review.
About You
Experience, Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential Criteria
•Experience working in a relevant Governance role.
•Proven track record of supporting cross-organisational policy development and implementation.
•Strong, efficient and methodical work methods with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
•Proficient in Microsoft packages, databases and SharePoint.
•Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written but with particular emphasis on written communication.
•Previous experience in supporting the development and rollout of internal control and risk management systems.
•Understanding of knowledge of the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies and relevant governments circulars and guidelines.
Desirable Criteria
•Hold or be working towards certification in a Governance or relevant aspects of public sector governance.
•Experience working in a Governance role within the public sector.
•A relevant third level qualification in Governance or a related field.
•Fluency in the Irish Language (written and verbal).
•Previous experience of the Freedom of Information request process in a Decision maker role.
Key Information
Benefits, Package & Pay
•This position is offered on a specified purpose basis of approximately 7-12 months to cover the absence of a permanent employee on mat leave.
•Full time, 35 hrs per week
•Annual Leave: 29 days per annum
•The role will be a hybrid role combining home and office working.Our current hybrid policy is 2 days in the office.
•Our office is located at One Shelbourne Buildings, Shelbourne Road, Dublin 4, D04 NP20.
•For a full list of benefits see our website here.
•This position is graded at the Higher Executive Officer scale.
•Successful candidates will be appointed on the first point of the scale.
Application Process
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit:
•A CV (max 2 pages) and a Cover letter/personal statement (max 1 page) outlining why you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position via HERE .
•Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland. All positions require candidates to live in the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland.
•Candidates who engage in canvassing will be disqualified and excluded from the process
•Late applications or applications not received through the correct channel, as indicated above, will not be considered.
For queries related to the application or selection process related to this role, please contact [email protected]
Closing date: 3pm on 25th March 2026