General Secretary

The Catholic Primary Schools Management Association

The CPSMA was established in order to ensure the advancement and support of education in Catholic Primary Schools in the Republic of Ireland. The CPSMA provides advice, guidance and information support to Ordinary Members and Patrons, with the objective of assisting them in the fulfilment of their responsibilities to Catholic Primary Schools.

The CPSMA offers advice and support for Chairpersons and Principals of Boards of Management in circa 2,900 schools. The CPSMA also collaborates with other management bodies and negotiates on behalf of schools with education partners, including the Department of Education and Skills.  Representing those serving on Boards of Management of Catholic Primary Schools at a national level, the CPSMA provides additional services such as: advice on queries regarding general and employment issues, Board training in collaboration with other education partners, the Board of Management Handbook and CPSMA newsletter.

General Secretary

To assist the organisation to deliver on its mission, the CPSMA is seeking a suitable candidate for the position of General Secretary.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the General Secretary is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the CPSMA, according to the strategic direction set by the Board of Directors. The focus of the role is the responsibility for strategic leadership of the CPSMA, proper management of staff, resources and services, implementation of good governance and effective financial management. The General Secretary is also responsible for handling all media enquiries.

We are seeking an experienced leader with strong management and influential skills, strategic level HR expertise, and organisational development and change management experience. The suitable candidate must have a deep understanding of Catholic Education and a personal commitment to the Catholic faith.

If you are a leader looking to make a meaningful contribution to Irish education, contact Dennis O’Connor in strictest confidence at dennis@2into3.com or call +353-1-640-1825.

Closing date for applications is 18th March. For more information on the work of the CPSMA, please see www.cpsma.ie