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

SALARY: €62,500 per annum.

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 will also be responsible for operating 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. The CEO will lead the operations of the Laois Arts Theatre Company (incorporating the Dunamaise Arts Centre and the Fort Protector Outdoor Performance and Event Space), oversee artistic, strategic, and operational activities, and ensure 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.