The Position of Chief Executive Officer of Clonmel & County Tipperary Chamber of Commerce

Chief Executive Officer
Clonmel & County Tipperary Chamber Of Commerce
 
Clonmel & County Tipperary Chamber of Commerce is the primary collective voice of business in the region.We provide opportunities for members businesses to obtain greater success through networking, referrals, marketing and other direct member services. In addition, we provide a strong voice through which members can successfully affect legislation and government action that impact their businesses and our community.
Originally formed in 1925 to serve the needs of business in Clonmel, the organisation expanded in recent years to become County Tipperary Chamber, serving the needs of business in the broader Tipperary area. Operating from offices in Clonmel, the Chamber has a staff of 3 professionals focused on member services, marketing, finance & training.
 
Accountable to the President and Board of the Chamber, we would like to appoint a Chief Executive Officer on a full-time basis.
 
The person will:
 

• Co-ordinate all activities of the Chamber, in accordance with the Chamber's vision, mission and strategy, providing strong motivational leadership to all Chamber staff;
• Be the primary liaison with members through all Chamber activity, will actively recruit new members and will represent the views of the members in line with Chamber policy;
• Develop draft strategic and annual business plans for approval of the Board and will work, with guidance and support of the Board, to implement such plans;
• Be responsible for the effective and efficient running of the business of the Chamber including delivery against agreed KPls and regular reporting to the Board on progress;
• Represent the Chamber with external bodies, including Chambers Ireland, Local Government and national public agencies, to advocate the Chamber's interests as required.

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Candidates will need to have a demonstrable track record in delivering results in a service-based business environment. Strong collaboration and communication skills are required along with sound fiscal management. Experience of stakeholder management in a mixed environment of public & private-sector organisations will be a distinct advantage.
 
The role is based in Clonmel with salary/contract negotiable, depending on the candidate.
Apply in writing to:
The President, County Tipperary Chamber, 8, Sarsfield Street, Clonmel.
Applications close:
​Friday 10th February 2017