The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dublin is the largest diocese in Ireland extending to 199 parishes bordering 5 counties. A position has arisen for a General Manager and is being offered on a five year fixed term basis. The role of General Manager will incorporate the position of Financial Administrator which is a canonical appointment as set out in Canon 494 of the Code of Canon Law.

The Role:

Reporting to the Archbishop, the successful candidate will be responsible for the administration of the Diocese in the areas of Finance, Investment, Property, Human Resources and Information Technology in support of the pastoral mission of the Archbishop. In each of these offices the General Manager will be supported by senior staff with specific areas of responsibility. The successful candidate will work closely with the Archbishop, the Moderator of the Curia and the Diocesan Finance Committee.

The Requirements:

The successful candidate will

Be empathetic to the core values of the Archdiocese of Dublin.
Be a proven leader and will have experience of managing in a complex organisation with a number of stakeholders and with competing needs.
Hold a recognised Degree/Masters Degree in Business Management or appropriate qualification.
Have proven financial management experience at a senior level.
Ideally have knowledge of the structures of the Archdiocese of Dublin.
Have at least 15 years senior management experience with evidenced results.
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Have highly developed negotiating and influencing ability.
Have excellent organisational and analytical skills.
Be able to demonstrate that they meet the following skills/competencies;
Leadership and direction
Critical analysis and decision making
Managing and delivering results
Communication and personal effectiveness

Salary and benefits will reflect the calibre of the successful candidate.

Next Steps:

Please send your curriculum vitae with a covering letter which sets out how your experience and qualifications meet the requirements of role as advertised. Applications should be made to Monsignor Paul Callan, Moderator of the Curia, V.G., Holy Cross Diocesan Centre, Clonliffe Road, Dublin 3, D03 P2E7 or by email to generalmanagerapplication@dublindiocese.ie no later than 5pm Tuesday 17th November 2015. If you have any queries about the role please email the same address.  A full job description is available on http://www.dublindiocese.ie/category/notice-board

Short listing may apply.