Strategic Board Member, Health Insurance Authority

Minister for Health; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Insurance Authority seeks Ordinary Members to join its Board, with vacancies commencing 2027. Candidates should demonstrate senior actuarial expertise or strong governance leadership, with a track record in insurance, risk, finance or public sector governance. Two profiles are described with required qualifications and desirable experience.

Closing date: 23 October 2026. The role emphasizes independent judgement, stakeholder engagement and ethical governance in Ireland’s health insurance

Qualifications

• Demonstrate substantial actuarial expertise at senior level.
• Fellow of the Society of Actuaries in Ireland or equivalent.
• Evidence of two or more of: insurance, risk and finance; analytical and strategic judgement; governance responsibilities; communication of complex issues; governance experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and governance on the Board.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders including government bodies, regulators, industry participants and consumer representatives.
• Demonstrate independent judgement and constructive challenge in Board decisions.

Skills

Insurance expertise

Risk management

Analytical skills

Strategic judgement

Communication of complex issues

Governance experience

Independent judgment

Education

Professional qualification or equivalent

Job description

Health Insurance Authority seeks Ordinary Members to join its Board, with vacancies commencing 2027. Candidates should demonstrate senior actuarial expertise or strong governance leadership, with a track record in insurance, risk, finance or public sector governance. Two profiles are described with required qualifications and desirable experience.

Closing date: 23 October 2026. The role emphasizes independent judgement, stakeholder engagement and ethical governance in Ireland’s health insurance