CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

at  Irish Medical Council

EDUCATION

The successful candidate will possess a relevant third level qualification (minimum Level 8).

POST-QUALIFICATION EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience, obtained at a suitably senior level, in one or more areas of demonstrable relevance to the role.

EXPERIENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of having successfully executed a senior leadership role in a complex organisation. Relevant experience in that regard will likely the be following:
a demonstrable understanding of corporate governance principles and processes and, in particular, of servicing a Board of
non-executive Directors
a proven track record in results delivery and of a solutions-focused approach to delivery
a proven team player, with a demonstrable track record in building effective and high performing teams
a proven track record in the embedding of a culture of high professionalism and adherence to high professional standards
a proven track record in the exercise of sound professional judgement,
a proven track record in the development, design, and effective implementation of organisational strategy
a proven track record in the managing and delivering organisational change,
a proven track record of assuming both responsibility and accountability,
a proven understanding of, or a demonstrable capacity to acquire quickly and understanding of, statutory regulatory frameworks and processes
demonstrably strong people and communications skills, together with proven influencing and negotiation skills
Experienced Leader with a strategic mindset.
Excellent interpersonal skills

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The CEO’s functions, as prescribed by the Medical Practitioners Act 2007 (as amended) (the Act), are to:

• Carry on, manage and control generally the administration and the business of the Medical Council
• Perform any other functions that may be delegated by the Medical Council.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Provide all necessary support to the Medical Council in the discharge of its statutory functions, including the development, design,
and implementation of strategy and the design and implementation of business plans, together with associated performance metrics.
Provide effective leadership the Medical Council’s staff.
Ensure robust governance structures and reporting processes are in place in
line with oversight requirements of the DOH
Discharge the statutory functions conferred on/delegated to the CEO by the Act
and the Council respectively.
Provide high quality and timely advice to the Medical Council.
Support the Medical Council in ensuring the effective discharge of its statutory functions, and in complying with its legal, regulatory,
and governance obligations as a statutory body.
Support the Medical Council in the discharge of its responsibilities to manage public funds and to safeguard State assets.
Develop, nurture, and promote strong and collaborate relationships between the Medical Council and its stakeholders, which
include, inter alia, the Minister for Health, the Department of Health, the Medical Profession, the Health Services Executive,
Educational/Training bodies, peer regulators, and the public.
Representing the Council in the public domain, nationally and internationally
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the President and the Council