Call for Expressions of Interest - Member of the National Competitiveness and Productivity Council

Disclaimer: The members of the NCPC are appointed by the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment.

Expressions of interest are now being sought from suitably qualified persons with expertise for consideration for appointment as a Member of the National Competitiveness and Productivity Council (NCPC) for a term of three years (renewable once at the discretion of the Minister). 

These persons should be at an appropriately senior level who have a direct experience of competitiveness and productivity issues.

The Minister shall have regard to the particular skills, knowledge and abilities of applicants when making appointments to the Council, along with the desirability for gender balance and regional and international perspective on the Council (as the Minister considers appropriate).

Although the NCPC is not a State Board, applicants should be aware of the contents of the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies in order to ensure adherence to best practice. All members of the Council should act on a fully informed basis, in good faith, with due diligence and care, and in the best interests of the NCPC, subject to the objectives set by Government. The Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies 2016 provides a framework for the application of best practice.

Desirable attributes include, but are not limited, to:

Ø demonstrated understanding of the factors that affect the competitiveness of the Irish economy and the policies that can influence productivity levels in the economy;

Ø experience of effective leadership at a senior level in an applicant’s area of expertise;

Ø demonstrated understanding of the policy development process;

Ø critical thinking skills with a proven ability to grasp the detail of a wide range of issues; and,

Ø experience of participation on similar committees or groups.

The accompanying Information Booklet provides further detail on those attributes of key interest to the Council at present. An expression of interest should include:

Ø a cover letter expressing interest and outlining suitability and relevant experience for the role.

Ø a detailed CV.

Expressions of interest should be submitted by email to recruitment@competitiveness.ie together with your Curriculum Vitae and a cover letter.

Closing Date: The closing date for receipt of applications is 15.00 5^th September 2025.