Current opportunities
We are delighted to be helping Early Childhood Ireland in their search for a new Chief Operations and Finance Officer. This exciting opportunity has just opened up and if it sounds like a match for your skills and passion, get in touch with us to find out more.
Now Hiring: Chief Operations and Finance Officer
Location: Blended / Tallaght, Dublin 24 | Salary: €80-€85K | Deadline: 21 November 2025
Early Childhood Ireland — the leading children’s advocacy and membership organisation — is seeking a strategic, values-driven operations and finance leader to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is a unique opportunity to shape financial sustainability, operational excellence, and good governance across a national organisation that champions quality early years and school-age care for every child.
💼 Benefits:
Blended working model | 25 days annual leave + privilege days
Pension (6–10% employer contribution) | EAP & Health Plan
TaxSaver & Bike-to-Work schemes | Learning & development support
🔗 Apply by Friday, November 21, 2025
📩 Send your CV and cover letter to mailto:anna@mantrastrategy.ie
📞 Informal queries welcome — contact Anna Spence (+353 87 688 1881) or Suzanne Mulholland (+353 86 600 1039)
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