Our client the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is seeking a Director of Research, Advocacy and International (PO).
The Role: This is an opportunity for a high calibre, senior manager with demonstrated experience to lead a division which is mandated to carry out market analysis and research, develop and advocate CCPC positions on a wide range of consumer and competition issues. The Division also oversees the CCPC's international work including developing a strong international leadership position.
This role and the Division's work is firmly rooted in the CCPC's statutory function to conduct research and advocate in relation to consumer protection and competition matters. The Division delivers against the CCPC's Strategic Goal 3: 'We will be the leading voice in promoting open and competitive markets and representing the interests of consumers.'
The Director will lead on delivering the Division's areas of work, which are to:
Conduct evidence-based market studies and other research reports, examining the operation of key Irish markets, making recommendations on how competition and consumer welfare can be improved.Advocate to bring about changes in markets to promote competition and consumer protection including driving implementation of our recommendations.Commission consumer and businesses market research for the purpose of informing public awareness activities.Commission consumer behavioural studies to assist with our work including the design of our Financial Education website tools and information.Research and prepare CCPC position papers on competition and consumer protection issues including on matters under government consideration, and public consultation responses.Identify market issues affecting competition and consumer welfare and develop swift public interventions, including media statements where appropriate.Build and directly engage with a network of influential stakeholders from all sectors, including Government departments, sectoral regulators, private sector leaders, media and prominent academics.Oversee the CCPC's international activity developing an increased leadership role, and represent the CCPC on national and international working groups and fora.Consider and respond to non-enforcement consumer and business contacts.Deliver on the CCPC Strategic Measures including an increased number of market studies and research projects, increased awareness of the CCPC and the number of CCPC recommendations acted upon.Reporting to a Member of the Commission, the Director of Research, Advocacy & International will also play an important role at Senior Management level in ensuring that the CCPC fulfils its objectives under its Statement of Strategy.
The Successful Candidate: The successful applicant will have a critical leadership role in managing for results and delivering to a high standard in a challenging and dynamic environment. The post holder will be self-driven with the experience of contributing effectively to the strategic direction of an organisation and the ability to motivate staff to ambitious targets and deadlines. Therefore, they should be able to demonstrate that they have, or can acquire quickly, the capacity to deal with all aspects of the work at this level.
Key Responsibilities: In the context of the areas of work above, develop and drive the divisional strategy and workplan, providing strategic leadership and guidance to the team, pro-actively contributing to the CCPC achieving its strategic objectives.Monitor and develop capability and capacity across the team through effective delegation, coaching and mentoring to assist the transfer of skills.Oversee the development and implementation of procedures and ways of work which allow for the best possible outcomes to be produced.Project Manage major studies and research projects.Ensure application of the CCPC's selection and prioritisation principles as well as risk management procedures. Effectively manage and direct multiple agendas and tasks and allocate resources appropriately.Work with other Directors on cross divisional matters including joint projects, sharing resources and operational best practices.Promote the Mission, Vision and Values of the organisation though self-management and team management.Such other functions as may be required from time to time both nationally and internationally to fulfil the business objectives of the CCPC.Essential: A relevant, Level 8 or above, third level qualification in economics, policy analysis, social science, or other demonstrably relevant discipline supplemented with at least 5 years' experience working in economic analysis, advocacy, policy, research or other demonstrably relevant area.A minimum of 4 years senior management experience to include successfully leading a relevant business unit or Division in a comparable organisation.Experience of analysing markets, assimilating large volumes of information and arriving at clear proposed recommendations taking into account policy and legislative proposals.Capacity to write position papers and research reports in clear easy to read formats, suitable for a variety of audiences, including media.Project management skills and delivery of major research projects.Desirable: Knowledge of competition and/or consumer protection matters including enforcement, policy, legislation, issues and challenges.Knowledge of digital markets and their impact on consumer and/or competition issues.Knowledge of primary, secondary and market (quantitative and qualitative) research methodologies.Change management experience.Excellent communication, media, networking and influencing skills, as required to operate at a senior level.Application Process: In order to apply for this opportunity, candidates must submit the application form for this opportunity before the closing date for applications.
The application form can be found here: https://www.ccpc.ie/consumers/about/careers/current-opportunities/ To apply, please:
Submit an up-to-date CV clearly demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the essential criteria.Additionally, include a cover letter explaining your motivation for applying for this position (300 words).Applicants should note that canvassing will result in your exclusion from the process.
The deadline for applications is 12 noon, Monday 18th November 2024. Should you have any queries, please contact - ******
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