Director of Corporate Services
Institute of Public Administration (IPA)
Director of Corporate Services
The Organisation
The mission of the Institute of Public Administration (IPA) is to advance the understanding, standard and practice of public administration and public policy and to build the capacity and capability of the Public Service workforce into the future. Our intent remains constant to be Ireland’s recognised Centre of Excellence for Learning and Leadership Development for the Public Service.
The Role
A member of the IPA Executive Leadership Team (ELT), the Director of Corporate Services will play a pivotal leadership role in overseeing and managing the Institute’s shared services functions of Finance, Human Resources, Estates / Support Services and Health and Safety. The Director of Corporate Services will lead and manage multi-disciplinary teams, enabling the delivery of shared services that underpin the IPA’s overarching strategic vision. The role will also be responsible for the development and delivery of the IPA Shared Services Strategy, and working confidently and collaboratively with ELT colleagues, ensure that its successful execution drives business delivery, growth and innovation. They will also have the opportunity to play an active part in the IPA transformation programme, contributing to the future vision of the IPA, leading high performing, professional teams, and developing a positive workplace culture where employees are valued and supported.
The Person
The successful candidate will be agile and dynamic, with experience in a senior corporate leadership position in either the public or private sector. They will have demonstrable ability to manage and lead teams in a changing environment, as well as delivering required results. They will also have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, engaging and liaising collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders, representing the IPA mission and values and to work effectively as part of the leadership team and with all staff.
Application and Further Information
For further information and to apply for this role visit
www.forvismazars.com/ie/en/executiverecruitment
All enquiries relating to this role should be directed to the Executive Recruitment Team by email to execrecruit@mazars.ie or by telephone on +353 (1) 449 4400.
Forvis Mazars will be managing all aspects of this recruitment project on behalf of the IPA.
No enquiries or canvassing should be made directly to the IPA.
Deadline for applications: 12 noon, Monday, 25th August 2025.
The IPA is an equal opportunities employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and equality at all levels of the organisation.
