Board of Directors and Committees
Skillnet Ireland is governed by a Board representing key stakeholders, including employer bodies, employee representative organisations and the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science.
The Board comprises thirteen non-executive directors, including a Chairperson.
The Chairperson and four other directors are appointed by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science.
A further eight directors are nominated by designated bodies as follows:
- Two representatives of employers generally (Irish Business and Employers Confederation – Ibec)
- One representative of small firms (Small Firms Association)
- One representative of the geographic interests of commerce (Chambers Ireland)
- Three representatives of trade unions and their members (Irish Congress of Trade Unions)
The Board is supported by three committees:
Audit and Risk Committee:
Responsible for the oversight of Skillnet Ireland’s audit and control function, including financial reporting and accounting, external audit, regulatory compliance, the effectiveness of the internal control environment and processes, and risk management.
Finance and General Purpose Committee:
Responsible for reviewing matters of a strategic financial nature and major corporate issues, including operational effectiveness, development and implementation of the statement of strategy, HR and related matters, annual budget and application of public funds.
Evaluation and Performance Monitoring Committee:
Responsible for reviewing assessments of grant funding proposals and to make recommendations on funding proposals to the Board.
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Protected Disclosures
Skillnet Ireland is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency and accountability.
If you have information relating to potential wrongdoing that has come to your attention in a work-related context, you may be able to make a Protected Disclosure.
Protected Disclosures are managed through a dedicated confidential reporting process that is separate from customer complaints and general enquiries.
For information on eligibility, reporting options, confidentiality protections and how to submit a disclosure, please visit our Protected Disclosures page.
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Child Protection and Safeguarding
Skillnet Ireland is committed to safeguarding children and young people and promoting their welfare.
We maintain a Child Protection Policy and Child Safeguarding Statement in accordance with the Children First Act 2015 and national guidance.
If you have a concern about the safety or welfare of a child in connection with Skillnet Ireland activities, programmes or funded services, please visit our Child Protection and Safeguarding page for information on reporting concerns and accessing support.