The Irish Thoracic Society is delighted to invite applications for the newly established ITS Sustainability Officer Role. 

• Position Type: Voluntary
• Location: Virtual 
• Time Commitment: Approximately 6 hours per month.   Role commences on 1st of October and is 2 years in duration. 
• Reports to/Supported by: ITS CEO 

Role Description

The ITS Sustainability Officer will play a key role in advancing the organisation’s commitment to climate action by promoting sustainable practices and supporting initiatives that recognise the critical link between respiratory health and climate change. 

The post-holder will work closely with the ITS CEO and be supported in developing their own knowledge and expertise, while also playing a key role in raising awareness and educating members on sustainability and climate-related health issues. 

The role will also involve collaborating with internal and external stakeholders as a representative of ITS.    

We are seeking a person who:

• Demonstrates a genuine passion for sustainability and climate action
• Excels at building strong relationship and excellent verbal and written communication
• Is proactive and self-motivated

As this is a newly established role in the organisation, there is an opportunity for the post-holder to shape its direction for the two-year term. 

Please email your CV with a Cover Letter detailing your reason for applying for the role to orla.veale@irishthoracicsociety.com by Monday 1st of September @ 5pm.   Applicants are required to be ITS Members for this role.