Chief Executive Officer

CONTRACT: Four-year, fixed-term contract, following completion of a 6-month probationary period, that may be extended, subject to continued funding.

SALARY: €70,000 plus a €5,000 performance-related bonus.

LOCATION: Dunamaise Centre, Portlaoise, County Laois.

BACKGROUND

The Laois Arts Theatre Company CLG, established in 1998, is a registered charity that oversees and manages the operation of the Dunamaise Arts Centre, Portlaoise. From 2025, the organisation is also responsible for the operation of the Fort Protector Outdoor Performance Venue on behalf of Laois County Council.

For more information on Laois Arts Theatre Company, please visit www.dunamaise.ie and their social media platforms.

THE ROLE

The role of Chief Executive Officer is a new position and will lead the operations of the Laois Arts Theatre Company (incorporating the Dunamaise Arts Centre and the Fort Protector Outdoor Performance and Event Space), overseeing artistic, strategic, and operational activities, and ensuring that both centres remain vibrant, dynamic, and financially sustainable.

The CEO will be responsible for the development and implementation of the centre’s artistic and strategic vision, building on its rich history while fostering innovation and community engagement. This role requires an exceptional leader with a passion for the arts, strong management skills, and a proven ability to deliver on organisational objectives.

If you are a highly motivated individual with proven experience in leadership and strategic planning, artistic and programme development, financial operational management, and stakeholder engagement, as well as a background in the arts sector, we would love to hear from you.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Request the candidate information pack to access the full job description and application instructions.

If your questions are not addressed in the candidate information pack, email recruitment@cciexecutivesearch.ie, using Laois Arts Theatre Company — Chief Executive Officer as the subject of your email.

The recruitment campaign for this position is being managed exclusively on behalf of Laois Arts Theatre Company by the non-profit specialist recruitment consultancy CCI Executive Search.

It is CCI’s policy to ensure that as much accommodation as possible is provided to facilitate the participation of individuals with special needs in the recruitment process and the workplace. If you require any specific accommodations, please let us know.

Deadline for applications: 09/08/2025 12:00

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