Eurocarers is the European network representing informal (unpaid) carers and their organizations, as well as relevant research and development bodies. The organization advocates for the recognition, support, and empowerment of informal carers – individuals who provide care to family members, friends, or neighbors who are ill, elderly, or disabled – across Europe.
About the role
This is a significant opportunity for a proven, inspiring leader to contribute to Eurocarers’ next phase of development and shape policies that influence the future of care in Europe. Reporting to the Board of Directors through the Chairperson, the Executive Director leads the development and implementation of the organisation’s mission and strategic goals. The appointed person will bring vision, strategic leadership, and effective management across all aspects of the organisation and will develop effective relationships with senior decision-makers in EU agencies and EU NGOs.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
* Provide visionary leadership to the organisation, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement;
* Work closely with the Board of Directors to create and implement strategic plans that align with Eurocarers’ priorities and objectives.
* Establish clear priorities and execute decisions with diligence, energy, responsibility, and resilience;
* Demonstrate high ethical standards and integrity in all professional activities, and ensure transparency, confidentiality, and accountability in decision-making and communication.
Operational Management:
* Establish and maintain a positive organisational culture that attracts, retains, and develops talented employees with high professional standards;
* Lead an effective staff team, providing guidance, support, and dealing promptly with any interpersonal or performance issues;
* Ensure best practice in the recruitment and management of staff.
* Oversee the management of the organisation’s finances by effective budgetary and cash flow management and strengthening the balance sheet;
* Grow and diversify income streams in support of the strategic plan objectives.
* Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and funding requirements;
* Provide timely and accurate reports to the Board on all elements of the organisation’s activities;
* Monitor risk exposure and recommend mitigation measures to the Board of Directors as necessary.
Policy & Advocacy:
* Influence and disseminate EU policies of relevance to informal carers;
* Lead the development and implementation of policy and advocacy initiatives that synthesise complex issues and support Eurocarers’ mission and objectives;
* Communicate compelling policy positions to politicians and senior officials with conviction, force, and tact;
* Ensure that Eurocarers’ research activities contribute to the evidence base for better policy and services in support of informal carers throughout Europe.
* Ensure that strategic issues affecting informal carers are identified and addressed in a timely and coherent manner.
Capacity Building:
* Direct capacity-building projects strengthening support systems for informal carers at the regional and national level;
* Link these with existing Eurocarers grassroots carer initiatives and foster supportive solidarity mechanisms ( buddying and coaching);
* Position Eurocarers more prominently as a ‘catalyst’ for practical support to members and nations;
* Foster political commitment in the countries applying for support – build around a care/carer in all policies approach to expand the potential sphere of influence.
Communications & Relationship-Building:
* Represent Eurocarers at events, conferences, and meetings in a manner that enhances the organisation’s reputation and influence and strengthens the Eurocarers brand;
* Build and maintain strong relationships with member organisations, the EU Commission, the European Parliament, and EU-level NGOs;
* Expand the membership of Eurocarers and stimulate the development of carer advocacy at the regional, national, and EU level.
Skills, Experience & Personal attributes:
* The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following in their professional history:
* Effective management of an advocacy, policy, and non-profit organisation (ideally at an international level);
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and networking skills (track record of effective engagement with EU institutions is highly desirable);
* Successful track record in funding acquisition and fulfilment of funding agreements from diverse sources, including EU funding programmes;
* Powerful written and oral communication skills, fluency in English, and one of the official languagesof Belgium (additional languages an advantage);
* Superior analytical, problem-solving, and report writing skills;
* Desirable attributes: Personal presence, practical and solution-focused, team-oriented, reliable and accountable, collaborative, diplomatic, and flexible.
* 20 days annual leave plus 10 days to statutory entitlement
* Pension and hospitalisation insurance
Working locations
* Hybrid model, working in the Brussels office and remotely
How to apply
* To apply for this position, please email a comprehensive CV and supporting letter to John Dunne, Chairperson, Eurocarers at jdunne@familycarers.ie by 18th August, 2025 at 17:00 CET
Interviews
* Candidates selected from the short-listing process will be invited for an initial interview in September 2025
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