Executive Education Operations Manager

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Post ID: 038666

The Executive Education Operations Manager is responsible for the delivery of operational excellence for Trinity Business School’s Executive Education unit.

The post-holder will contribute to the growth and development of the Executive Education unit, ensuring operational systems and processes run effectively and that programmes generate a return on investment whilst providing a level of service that meets clients' needs. The post-holder will also be responsible for the financial processes of the unit, including budget management, account set-up, procurement processes, PO generation and invoicing, ensuring the Executive Education Unit meets its annual financial targets and achieves the strategic ambition of the School.

Post status: Specific Purpose Contract

The specific purpose of this post is to provide cover on a temporary basis pending the return of the original post holder from career break. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as the original postholder is expected to return. If the postholder does not return to work the post will be filled through open competition.

Closing Date: 20th November 2025, 12 Noon Irish time

Hours of Post: 35 hours per week

Salary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative Officer 2 Salary Scale  (€58,999 - €69,352) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)

How to apply:

To assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (maximum one A4 page) that specifically addresses the following points:

Clearly outline relevant experience and how this experience has contributed to their knowledge.

Demonstrate, through past examples, their ability to work on their own initiative and to resolve problems.

Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage.

Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.

Please see the Job Description below for this position.

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Lucinda Gavigan gaviganl@tcd.ie

Application queries about this post, please email recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.

At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war.

Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment.