Heritage Impact and Evaluation- Higher Executive Officer (3-Year Fixed Term Contract)

Reporting to the Head of Research, Learning and Cultural Heritage, the Heritage Impact and Evaluation Officer will build on recent and legacy research outputs of the Heritage Council and establish new models for data collection and evaluation across the Irish heritage sector and internally across Heritage Council programming.

Prior research by the Heritage Council has focused on economic impact assessments of the Irish heritage sector, repeated public attitudes to heritage surveys, stakeholder mapping exercises, analyses of exchequer funding for heritage, and analyses of available grant funding for heritage projects.

Place of Work

The Heritage Council’s headquarters is located at Church Lane Kilkenny. Recognising the importance of work-life balance, the organisation supports a range of flexible options, including blended working and flexible start and finish times.

How to Apply

To apply, please email a cover letter (no more than two pages) to Martina Malone at mmalone@heritagecouncil.com, with the role title in the subject line, outlining why you are interested in the opportunity and where you believe your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role. Additionally, please attach a comprehensive curriculum vitae (C.V.) clearly showing the relevant achievements and experience in your career to date


Enquiries/Further Information

If you require additional information or to arrange a confidential discussion in relation to the opportunity, please email mmalone@heritagecouncil.ie

Closing Date for Applications

The closing date for applications is the 29th of May 2026. Late applications will not be considered.