Strategic Programmes Director

Job Title : Strategic Programmes Director Pay Scale : Administrative 1 Closing Date : 06-Mar-2026 12:00 Contact Email : cdohert@tcd.ie Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction . Post ID: 038934 Post Summary The School of Medicine is seeking to appoint a Strategic Programmes Director who will be pivotal in advancing the mission, vision, culture, and strategic objectives of the School of Medicine. This role will lead, coordinate, and deliver four major strategic initiatives essential to enhancing the school’s long-term competitiveness and national leadership within the context of university priorities. The Strategic Programmes Director will foster an innovative environment that supports sustainable growth and excellence while attracting significant funding to further these initiatives. The initiatives include the expansion of the International Clinical Fellowship Programme in collaboration with the Bahrain Government, the development of the Graduate Entry Medical School (GEMS) to respond to the evolving landscape of medical education, the Land, Food & Medicine Sustainability Programme that integrates interdisciplinary approaches to health and food systems, and the Artificial Intelligence in Health Programme that leverages emerging technologies to transform healthcare delivery. Reporting Structure The Strategic Programmes Director will report directly to the Head of School and the school Executive. This role requires extensive coordination among academic, clinical, administrative, and external partners, including healthcare providers, industry leaders, government agencies, and other university schools. Post status: Specific Purpose Contract The specific purpose of this post is to work on strategic projects - initiatives include the expansion of the International Clinical Fellowship Programme; the development of the Graduate Entry Medical School (GEMS); the Land, Food & Medicine Sustainability Programme; and the Artificial Intelligence in Health Programme that leverages emerging technologies to transform healthcare delivery. Hours of Post: 35 hours per week Salary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative 1 (Points 1-6), Salary Scale (€69,545 - €110,118 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales . (tcd.ie) How to apply: To assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and separate Cover Letter (1 x A4 page maximum) that specifically address the following points: •       Candidates must clearly outline their experience in project coordination within a university or comparable organization and outline how this experience makes them a good fit for the requirements of this post in the School of Medicine. •       Applicants should note that the interview process for this appointment may include the delivery of a presentation Please Note: applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage. Further information: Informal enquiries about this post should be made to the School Manager, Alex McKee amckee@tcd.ie Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Please see the Job Description below for this position. Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. Our Values - putting our words into action Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment. Further Information Filesize Job Spec- Strategic Programmes Director.pdf 232.4 Information for Applicants 463 Return to Search Apply for Job