Chief Executive Officer, Design & Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI)

THE ORGANISATION

The Design and Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI) is the lead agency and champion of the Design and Craft sector in Ireland, representing all disciplines and practitioners. Its objectives are to foster the growth and commercial strength of the Design and Craft sector, communicate its unique identity and stimulate quality Design and competitiveness. Based in Kilkenny, DCCI has 66 member organisations and represents 3,600 registered Craft enterprises. To continue its development, the Board of DCCI are seeking a dynamic, committed and experienced person to be its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). As CEO of DCCI, the person appointed will work with the Board and executive team to lead and manage the delivery of its strategic priorities and goals.

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THE ROLE

Reporting to the DCCI Chair and Board of Directors the CEO will provide strategic leadership to the Agency and will ensure that it delivers effectively in all areas of its mandate including statutory, operational performance, financial, and governance. At the core of the CEO’s remit is to drive the performance and commercial potential of the Irish Design and Craft sector in measurable and visible ways. The CEO will represent DCCI with members, in the public arena and with key stakeholders and influencers. S/he will bring personal energy and commitment to drive and enhance DCCI’s reputation as The Authority for the Design and Craft sector in Ireland.

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THE PERSON

The successful candidate will have:

• Senior executive-level experience and strong business acumen which demonstrates the necessary vision, leadership and operational skills to deliver all aspects of DCCI’s mandate and strategic remit.

• Demonstrable knowledge of and passion for the Irish Design and Craft sector and marketplace, including economic and business affairs, as well as political, social, and cultural matters is desirable.

• Prudent judgement and integrity with an ability to make sound decisions in a complex and dynamic environment.

• The resilience, determination and diplomacy required to make an impact and to gain the respect and support of the multiple stakeholder entities across the Irish Design and Craft sector

• The ability to promote and apply the necessary rigour to achieve the highest standards of corporate governance and financial oversight.

Remuneration for this role will be in line with public sector policy and will reflect the seniority of the post.

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To Apply:

Lansdowne Executive Search has been retained by DCCI to manage this recruitment process.

Further information, including details on how to apply is available on www.dcci.ie

If you feel you would benefit from a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Seán McDonagh, Partner, Lansdowne Executive Search on:

Email sean.mcdonagh@lansdownesearch.ie or Tel: +353 (0)87 796 1062

Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 5th March 2025.

Candidates for this role will be sourced through both advertising and executive search processes.

Design & Crafts Council Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.

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