Executive Director – Galway Community Circus

About the Role

Galway Community Circus is searching for an exceptional Executive Director to provide visionary leadership and guide the organisation as it advances its mission of making circus arts education accessible to every child in Ireland. This role is fundamental in steering inclusive, innovative programming based on the organisation’s multi-year plan, ‘Creating Magic Together’ (2023-2027).

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Board of Trustees to develop and execute both artistic and organisational strategies.
• Lead and inspire the core team, directly managing the Heads of Circus School, Projects & Development, Finance & Governance, and the Communications Coordinator.
• Drive change management, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s evolving goals and values.
• Develop and oversee budgeting, partnership building, and community engagement activities.
• Represent the organisation regionally, nationally, and internationally; foster connections with partners and stakeholders.
• Uphold inclusive values, supporting a diverse and equitable organisational culture.
• Monitor progress, report outcomes to the Board, and ensure compliance with legal and governance requirements.

Requirements

• Extensive leadership experience in the arts, education, or non-profit sectors.
• Proven track record in strategic planning, team management, and financial oversight.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Familiarity with change management and developing inclusive, creative programmes.
• Availability for national and occasional international travel.

Additional Information

• Position based in Galway (office is wheelchair accessible); hybrid working permitted (full remote not available).
• Full-time: 40 hours/5 days per week, with some evening and weekend work during peak periods.
• Salary: €55,000 per year (dependent on experience).
• Benefits include 4 weeks of holiday leave plus public holidays and additional time-off in lieu (TOIL) as per policy.
• Three-year employment contract, subject to satisfactory probation.
• Start date: 20th November 2023, with a one-month handover period.
• Galway Community Circus is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and nondiscrimination.