Regional Executive, Eastern Region
The Organisation
The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) is the voice of the Irish Construction Industry. CIF is a member led representative organisation, providing a broad range of services that help our members in navigating the political, business, economic and regulatory environment.
The Eastern Region
With the aim of strengthening its services, the CIF is seeking to appoint a Regional Executive in the Eastern Region. The successful candidate will provide services to Eastern Region CIF branches including North East, Kildare, Carlow/Kilkenny and Wicklow in providing advice and specialised support to the CIF member companies operating within the region, while maximising engagement with stakeholders and ensuring member interests are represented on regional committees, state agencies, strategic policy committees and local authorities.
About the role
This role is based in the Dublin office in Canal Road, Dublin 6 and will benefit from our remote working policy. Some travel will be required with the role and all candidates should have a drivers licence and access to a car. The successful individual will report to the Head of Member Services and will work as part of a small team providing professional advice and support to member organisations. This role will require someone with strong organisational capabilities and with a strong commitment to serving the needs of members.
Key Responsibilities
· Assisting members with issues, directing to relevant resources and liaising with specialist colleagues within CIF to provide advice on Procurement, Tendering and Contractual Matters, Health & Safety, Industrial Relations/Human Resources, Housing, Planning and Development, Specialist Contracting and Environmental, Sustainability and Governance.
· Plan and coordinate the development and growth of the membership numbers, identification of new member opportunities and strengthening of existing relationships.
· Organising, servicing and attending Branch Meetings, Breakfast Briefings, Networking Dinners and Conferences in the region and ensuring that CIF membership benefits and resources are adequately promoted.
· Preparing submissions and assisting in the preparation of reports on County Development Plans, Capital Works Programmes (e.g. Uisce Eireann, ESB, National Development Plan) and Development Contribution Schemes/Taking in Charge policies.
· Managing the branch’s bank accounts, including payments in and out and preparing annual statements on same.
· Representing CIF’s interests in the Region ensuring that its views and contributions are recognised and understood nationally and locally with the various stakeholders (Local Authorities, Local TD’s, Educational Institutions, Chambers of Commerce)
· Ensuring the CIF Eastern Region is represented on relevant Committees e.g. the CIF’s National Subcommittees, Local Authorities Strategic Policy Committees and Regional Skill Forums.
· Liaising closely with members and Branch committees providing leadership and direction within the Eastern region.
· Identifying problems and issues confronting members and defining policy and responses to address them.
· Be an articulate, well-informed and effective advocate on behalf of the CIF and its members.
· Assisting relevant Directors across a range of policy and committee areas as required.
About the person
· Candidates would ideally have a relevant degree in relevant discipline with strengths in representation, negotiation and administration.
· Experience in the construction industry or related sector would be a considerable advantage.
· Familiar with the range of current construction issues and the needs of construction companies.
· Candidates must have a good understanding of the role of a representative organisation serving the needs of businesses, strongly committed to serving the needs of members and member Associations.
· Ability to work on own initiative and be energetic, self-directed and able to plan appropriately.
· Be an accomplished communicator with strong writing skills.
· Excellent organisational capabilities and with a strong commitment to serving the needs of members.
· Candidates must have the ability to build effective relationships with CIF members, industry professionals and public authorities.
· Candidates must have the ability to work as part of a high-performing team while having the initiative to work and deliver independently and to manage and prioritise a considerable workload.
· Some travel will be required with the role and applicants must have a drivers licence and access to a car.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted by email to [email protected].
Please clearly state the role that you are applying for in your application and quote the following reference in the email subject line Job Ref CIF202502 Regional Executive, CIF Eastern Region
In your application, please include the following:
1. A cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience and why you would like to be considered for the position.
2. A comprehensive CV demonstrating your career achievements and experience to date.
In preparing your application, please consider the essential criteria required for this position.
Closing Date
Applications will not be accepted after Sunday, 9th of February 2025.
The CIF is an equal opportunities employer.
In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the CIF is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes.