Director of Governance & FOI Excellence

Cpl; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

30 days annual leave

Dublin office

Job summary

Coimisiún na Meán in Ireland is seeking a Head of Governance and FOI on a Specified Purpose Contract. You will lead FOI delivery, oversee governance obligations and code of conduct, and manage a governance and FOI team within the Corporate Services Division.

The role requires senior leadership experience in governance, FOI legislation, and stakeholder management. It is a hybrid post based in Dublin with a 35-hour week and a 30-day annual leave entitlement.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' management experience in a corporate governance role.
• Detailed knowledge of Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation and demonstrated experience in FOI management within a public or civil service environment.
• Experience of managing compliance with public service governance requirements such as Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.
• A proven track record in successfully managing complex processes and change, including fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Experience of leading, managing and developing people and teams.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Leading the FOI function, overseeing the FOI Team in the delivery of statutory FOI obligations, and acting as an FOI Decision Maker.
• Rolling-out of new FOI management processes and procedures, including the oversight of FOI training across the organisation.
• Reviewing and updating, as appropriate, Coimisiún na Meán’s Publication Scheme.
• Where required, acting as Internal Reviewer, and managing investigations and appeals which are commenced by the Office of the Information Commissioner.
• Supporting the implementation of effective records management for the Governance Team.
• Ensuring the delivery of An Coimisiún’s broad range of Governance obligations, including management of An Coimisiún’s Governance Framework, Compliance Schedule and associated processes.
• Ensuring ongoing compliance with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.
• Overseeing the development and implementation key governance policies and procedures to ensure that our statutory regulatory requirements are met.
• Management of Climate Action Roadmap and Mandate reporting and implementation.
• Managing the implementation of the Coimisiún na Meán Code of Business Conduct and annual disclosure reporting cycles.
• Developing and implementing a Conflicts of Interest Framework.
• Developing and implementing a Protected Disclosures organisational Framework.
• Act as line manager for relevant members of the Governance team and ensure the team can deliver high quality and responsive Governance & FOI services and supports to the organisation.
• Ensuring appropriate performance management for staff including developing the skills requirements of the team and mentoring and coaching team members to develop their potential.
• Liaising with the People and Organisational Development team to ensure appropriate Governance & FOI training is provided to all staff.

Skills

Management experience

FOI knowledge

Governance experience

Stakeholder engagement

People management

Education

Degree in governance

Job description

Coimisiún na Meán in Ireland is seeking a Head of Governance and FOI on a Specified Purpose Contract. You will lead FOI delivery, oversee governance obligations and code of conduct, and manage a governance and FOI team within the Corporate Services Division.

The role requires senior leadership experience in governance, FOI legislation, and stakeholder management. It is a hybrid post based in Dublin with a 35-hour week and a 30-day annual leave entitlement.