Head of Public Engagement with Research
A strategic leadership role responsible for shaping and driving the organisation's vision for challenge research, public engagement with research, and researchers' engagement with wider society.
The Head of Public Engagement with Research will lead a number of initiatives that are linked by a strong mission to build meaningful links between researchers and wider society. These initiatives include inspiring, managing, motivating and mentoring a dedicated team of professionals to achieve excellence in creating and implementing impactful programmes.
* Provide leadership across a range of distributed activities, ensuring coordination and organisational strategic alignment.
* Champion the development and evolution of Research Ireland's challenge/engaged research and public engagement strategies.
* Lead the teams in the design and delivery of programmes and activities which connect researchers to wider society.
* Oversee the design, execution, and evaluation of funding schemes, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
The successful candidate will have a track record of thought leadership in challenge research, public engagement or a related area. They will also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to measure impact and evaluate programmes.
Essential criteria for this role include a third-level qualification in a relevant discipline, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and a proven ability to lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team.
We offer a competitive salary scale (Level F: €102,913 - €119,661 per annum) plus contributory superannuation pension, as well as a range of benefits including annual leave, a defined benefit pension scheme and hybrid/blended working policy.