Social Enterprise Manager

About the Role

Seeking an ambitious, commercially minded, and values-driven Social Enterprise Manager to lead and grow our social enterprise soap and skincare business. This is an exciting opportunity to combine commercial leadership with social impact, supporting the employment, training, and development of people with visual impairments while driving sustainable business growth.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the social enterprise, ensuring strong commercial performance alongside measurable social outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Business Growth & Commercial Development

Develop and deliver the enterprise growth strategy to deliver sustainable commercial and social outcomes.

Drive revenue growth through the development of new markets, sales channels, partnerships, and product opportunities.

Identify and secure opportunities with retailers, distributors, corporate clients, and public sector customers.

Build and maintain strong external relationships and negotiate commercial agreements.

Monitor market trends, customer insights, and business performance to inform strategic decision-making.

Marketing & Brand

Lead the development and delivery of marketing, digital, public relations, and promotional strategies.

Strengthen brand awareness and effectively communicate the social impact and mission of the enterprise.

Support new product development and launches.

Monitor and evaluate marketing activities to maximise return on investment and customer engagement.

Operations & Supply Chain

Oversee all aspects of production, procurement, inventory management, fulfilment, and distribution.

Ensure efficient operations, high-quality standards, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Manage supplier relationships and identify opportunities for cost efficiencies and operational enhancements.

Ensure appropriate systems, processes, and controls are in place to support business growth.

People Leadership

Lead, support, and develop a diverse workforce, including employees with visual impairments.

Foster an inclusive, accessible, and supportive working environment.

Manage staff performance, training, engagement, wellbeing, and professional development.

Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

Financial & Governance Management

Manage budgets, profitability, cash flow, and financial reporting requirements.

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, health and safety standards, and relevant operational regulations.

Identify and manage organisational and operational risks and board reporting.

Social Impact

Deliver measurable employment, training, and development outcomes.

Champion accessibility, inclusion, and the wider mission of ChildVision.

Develop and maintain partnerships with disability organisations, community groups, funders, and key stakeholders.

Person Specification

Core Competencies

Strong leadership and people management skills.

Commercial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset.

Strategic thinking and business planning capability.

Excellent relationship-building, influencing, and negotiation skills.

Strong operational and financial management skills.

Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and social impact.

Resilience, adaptability, and strong problem-solving ability.

Essential Requirements

Demonstrated success in business development, sales growth, and market expansion.

Experience managing budgets, operations, procurement, and multidisciplinary teams.

Strong commercial, financial, operational, and business development expertise.

Knowledge of supply chain management, compliance, and performance management.

Understanding of accessibility and inclusive employment practices.

Excellent leadership, communication, relationship management, and problem-solving skills.

Proven ability to balance commercial objectives with social impact goals.

Full Clean Irish Driving License for a manual vehicle essential

Desirable Requirements

Minimum of three years' management experience.

Experience working within a social enterprise environment.

Experience in skincare, cosmetics, personal care, FMCG, retail, manufacturing, or consumer goods sectors.

Experience in charity, social enterprise, or impact-led organisations.

Experience driving e-commerce and digital sales growth.

Experience working within the disability sector.

Knowledge of public sector procurement processes.

Understanding of ESG, social value frameworks, and impact measurement.

Relevant qualification(s) in business, management, marketing, operations, leadership, or project management.

Other Requirements

Eligible to work in Ireland

Satisfactory Reference Checks and Garda Vetting

Available to interview in person

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to lead and grow a unique social enterprise that delivers meaningful social impact.

Chance to contribute to the employment and empowerment of people with visual impairments.

Supportive, collaborative, and multidisciplinary working environment.

Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Competitive annual leave entitlement and employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Benefits package

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike-to-Work scheme

On-site Parking

Company Pension

Wellness Programme

Onsite Café Staff Discount

ChildVision is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where all individuals are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.

This position is partially funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht.