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OPERATIONS MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION

About NBCRI

Founded in 1991, the National Breast Cancer Research Institute is a national charity that raises funds in support of world-class breast cancer research at the National University of Ireland Galway. By funding this research, we aim to positively impact future outcomes for breast cancer patients. Our vision is to enhance quality of life and provide better outcomes for all breast cancer patients through new discoveries in prevention and cure.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an Operations Manager to join a Galway based not-for-profit company. Operating under the direction of the Board, the Operations Manager will be responsible for the management and direction of the company charity and will ensure that all strategic and operational objectives are achieved. The Operations Manager will be responsible for Management, Governance, Finance and Legal Compliance, Policy and Planning, and will manage a team who are engaged in Fundraising, Marketing and Community Engagement.

Person Specification

We are seeking an experienced individual with drive and determination, willingness to lead on delivering the vision and demonstrating the impact of the charity.  The Operations Manager should have the ability to become a champion and spokesperson, be a good relationship-builder and possess a willingness to pursue new project activities and be in a position to track impact and develop an evidence base to guide policy and future activities of the charity.

The Operations Manager on the direction of the Board of Directors will assume joint responsibility for the development and success of the charity company. The role will be characterised by the reciprocal relationship between both and will operate as follows:

The Board will delegate responsibility for the management and operations to the Operations Manager. The Operations Manager shall have the authority to carry out these responsibilities in accordance with the direction and policies established by the Board. The Operations Manager shall provide direction and guidance to the Board as it carries out its governance functions. Both the Operations Manager and Board will share the main goals and aspirations the company: Realising the vision, mission and values; Remaining relevant and responsive to the community while pursuing this vision and being transparent, compliant, and accountable in all areas.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The Operations Manager will assume responsibility for the following areas:

• Management and Administration
• Governance and Compliance
• Legal and Financial Compliance
• Policy and Planning
• Oversight of staff engaged in Fundraising, Marketing and Community Engagement

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Management experience in excess of 7 years in the fields of Management, Finance and /or Governance is essential
• Strong finance management, budgeting and funding experience at a senior level is essential.
• Strong operational leadership experience within an organisation of a similar size is essential
• Broad knowledge of best practice and legislative requirements across multi-functions (e.g. HR, Corporate Governance, GDPR and Commercial)
• Collaborative People-person who can galvanise a team and get the best from staff and volunteers is essential
• An ambitious and visionary leader ready to lead a charity/social enterprise
• Excellent communicator and networker
• First rate relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
• An ambassador for the organisation and it’s values
• Knowledge of diverse methods of funding and the ability to capitalize on income generation opportunities
• Third Level Business-related qualification at Bachelor’s degree level or equivalent is desirable

Reporting Arrangements

The post holder will report directly to the National Breast Cancer Research Institute Board and will have regular contact with the Chairperson and the Director of the Research Programme at the Lambe Institute.

The post holder will be responsible for managing a team of 3 staff.

Employment Details

• The contract for the post will be for an initial period of 2 years fixed term, but is renewable pending satisfactory performance in the role. Consultancy -type arrangements welcome.
• Office is located in the Symptomatic Breast Unit, University Hospital Galway; flexible work location may be considered.
• Part-time (circa 3 days per week)
• Competitive salary.
• Annual leave of 20 days per annum pro-rata (to reflect part-time working) plus statutory holidays.
• Time in lieu offered as work responsibilities allow
• Normal vouched business expenses incurred in the performance of the role in line with charity expense policy will be reimbursed.

 Application Details:

To be considered for this role, suitably qualified candidates should send a CV and cover letter stating how they meet the above requirements by Tuesday, April 22^nd 2022 to careers@breastcancerresearch.ie

Career Opportunities

There are a variety of ways to get involved in supporting the National Breast Cancer Research Institute. Our volunteers come from different backgrounds and we strive to create opportunities that are meaningful for them and also contribute to the charity’s mission. If you are interested in joining the National Breast Cancer Research Institute team as a volunteer, intern, or unpaid placement, please contact us at hello@breastcancerresearch.ie or 091 863 917.