Director with Marketing, Public Relations, Communications experience

The Board of Teach Tearmainn is seeking an enthusiastic Director to join its Board. The ideal candidate will have Marketing, PR and Communications experience at a senior level in corporate or government department.  

This Board of Directors role is unpaid in line with the Charities Regulator requirements.

Responsibilities will include the following: 

• Assisting in developing and implementing marketing, communications and PR campaigns to effectively convey our key messages and themes
• Ensuring best practices in marketing, public relations, and communications
• Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.  

Essential Skills/Qualities required for these roles: 

• A deep appreciation of the Not-For-Profit sector and its workings 
• At least 3 years’ experience operating at a senior level  
• An understanding of and commitment to our mission and vision and the ability to collaborate effectively with fellow Directors and our Executive team.
• Dedication to upholding the highest standards of charity governance.
• Ability to think strategically and to contribute to the overall well-being and direction of the organisation.
• Previous experience or knowledge of the charity sector is desirable e.g., previous board or sub-committee roles or volunteering experience. 

If you believe you possess these skills and qualities are passionate about making a difference to the lives of women and children who have experienced domestic violence and abuse, we encourage you to apply for this Board of Directors Role.   Your contribution will be invaluable in helping Teach Tearmainn achieve its mission and vision.

Charities Regulator’s General Duties of a Charity Trustee

• Comply with the Charity’s governing document.
• Ensuring charity is complying with its charitable purpose for the public benefit.
• Acting in the best interest of the charity
• Act with Reasonable Care and Skill
• Manage the assets of your charity.

Board Meetings

Board meetings are scheduled annually and take place approximately every 6 weeks. These meetings usually take place in person in Naas or Kildare Town.

Board Sub-Committee meetings are also usually held online.