Director of Advocacy
Quick answer
The Irish Heart Foundation is hiring a full-time, permanent Director of Advocacy (Rathmines, Dublin 6 / Hybrid) to lead national and EU-level advocacy efforts, with a closing date of 10/27/2026.
- Role
- Director of Advocacy
- Organization
- Irish Heart Foundation
- Location
- Rathmines, Dublin 6 / Hybrid
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
The role
The Director of Advocacy will lead, develop and deliver the Foundation’s national and EU-level advocacy agenda, driving strategic policy influence and ensuring the Irish Heart Foundation remains a powerful and credible voice on issues such as junk food marketing, smoking and vaping, alcohol harm, air pollution, health inequalities and service gaps in cardiac and stroke care.
What you'll do
- Lead, develop and deliver the Foundation’s national and EU-level advocacy agenda
- Drive strategic policy influence
- Champion the rights and lived experiences of heart and stroke patients
- Ensure the Foundation remains a powerful and credible voice on issues such as junk food marketing, smoking and vaping, alcohol harm, air pollution, health inequalities and service gaps in cardiac and stroke care
What it takes
- High levels of leadership, innovation and dynamism
- Proven ability to develop a clear vision for advocacy
- Experience in managing a diverse team
- Strong strategic direction in terms of advocacy
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in the Irish Heart Foundation’s offices in Rathmines, Dublin 6, with a hybrid work schedule.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include high levels of leadership, innovation and dynamism, a proven ability to develop a clear vision for advocacy, and experience in managing a diverse team.
How do I apply?
To apply, please provide an up-to-date curriculum vitae and cover letter outlining how you suit the post by email to Klara O’Malley, HR Manager at [email protected]. The closing date for this position is COB 27th of October 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Irish Heart Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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