Chief Executive Officer

Concern Worldwide

Dublin

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Ending extreme poverty, whatever it takes.  Conflict is now driving more people from their homes and destroying more livelihoods than at any time in recent history.  Currently, the world’s eight worst food crises are all linked to both conflict and climate shocks. At a time of already heightened humanitarian need, the COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically disrupted global society, bringing about an immediate health emergency and a rapid-onset human development crisis around the world.  Against this stark global backdrop Concern Worldwide has set a new five-year ambition to achieve the greatest possible impact for those left furthest behind; mobilising its global network across 28 countries to respond to rising poverty, hunger and humanitarian needs while facilitating community empowerment at the furthest frontiers of an increasingly fragile world.  Building on more than 50 years’ experience and a hard-earned reputation as a professional, responsive organisation that is accountable and focused on what matters, Concern sets its work within the overall ambition of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and on the resolution in the opening declaration ‘to reach the furthest behind first’.  The role. Concern is now seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to lead us through the next phase of our growth and to deliver our ambitious new five-year strategic plan. You will lead the organisation at a time when the combination of conflict, climate change and the COVID-19 pandemic has greatly intensified the scale and complexity of challenges, particularly for people living in already fragile contexts.   What we are looking for. You will be a proven, values-driven, collaborative leader in global, complex organisations with experience of driving growth and innovation. You will have a demonstrable commitment to humanitarian principles, and a vision for long-term change that empowers the most vulnerable communities; an influential mind-set; the ability to build strategic relationships; and the skill and experience to lead effectively. You will bring a, excellent communication, and external representation skills to be the leader and key spokesperson for Concern globally.  To apply or to download further information on the required qualifications, skills and experience for the role, please visit www.perrettlaver.com/candidates quoting reference 5209CW . The  deadline for applications is 5pm BST, Friday 13th May.   The role is based in Dublin, Ireland and the salary is competitive with market rate and commensurate with the seniority of the appointment. Concern is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community.

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