Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) was established in January 2019 as Ireland's first Technological University, formed by the merger of Dublin Institute of Technology, Institute of Technology Tallaght and Institute of Technology Blanchardstown.
With approximately 28,500 students and a dedicated staff of over 3,000, it is the second largest University in Ireland.
The University is seeking a President to lead its future.
The President will be the University's chief officer and accountable person, complying with the code of practice for the governance of public bodies.
They will be an exceptional leader, possessing excellent networking, communication, and collaboration skills, and a highly regarded scholar with a demonstrated record as a thoughtful, effective and enthusiastic academic leader.
The successful appointee will have highly developed leadership, organisational and communication skills, combined with the strategic capability, vision and drive to shape the future of TU Dublin.
They will have experience of operating at and working with senior level leadership in education, government, the public sector, in external organisation(s) or in industry, as well as developing strong, productive and sustainable relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
The President will have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the higher education landscape, as well as an appreciation of the University's regional, national and international remit.
They will be able to lead the implementation of the University's strategic and financial plans, including growing existing sources of revenue and generating new income streams.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate evidence of:
A distinguished academic record, including a PhD qualification Experience of working at a senior leadership level in a complex organisation with extensive experience of successfully leading and delivering strategic change in a large organisation Comprehensive knowledge of the Higher Education landscape, with human resource management, financial management and operational experience at senior level in higher education, or allied sectors Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the national, European and international environment for research and innovation and sources of public and private funding to develop the University's research footprint Operating at and working with senior level leadership in Government, the Public Sector, in external organisation(s) or in industry A proven track record of developing strong, productive and sustainable relationships across a wide range of higher education-relevant stakeholders Knowledge of the University's regional, national and international remit, including its focus on international collaborations and student recruitment Comprehensive understanding of the legislative, financial and governance responsibilities of the role Capability to lead the implementation of the University's strategic and financial plans The successful candidate should also be able to demonstrate evidence of:
A genuine understanding of and identification with the mission and vision of TU Dublin A proven capacity and orientation to work collegially and collaboratively with high levels of emotional intelligence Experience of leadership in advancing and championing equality, diversity and inclusion Effective communication, advocacy, negotiation and listening skills #J-18808-Ljbffr