TUDSU CLG Director
TU Dublin Students’ Union CLG is the company through which the Students’ Union delivers services to its members, provides professional support to the elected student officers and administers the Union’s business affairs in a professional and transparent manner. The organisation is staffed by a dedicated professional team led by a General Manager.
Fundamental to the role of being a Board member is a commitment of the values and ethos of TU Dublin Students' Union.
Why join us?
Becoming a Non-Executive Director with TU Dublin SU CLG is not only a rewarding governance role but also a unique opportunity to contribute to an energetic, values-driven organisation. You will work alongside passionate student directors and experienced professionals, bringing your expertise while gaining fresh perspectives from the next generation of leaders. Training and development will be provided to support you in your responsibilities. Many of our directors find the experience enjoyable, inspiring, and a great way to develop their own skills and networks in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
About the Board
The Board comprises 8 directors elected by the student body and 5 external directors, one of whom is appointed as Chairperson. Together, the board sets and oversees strategy to give effect to the policy goals of the union, ensures financial stability, and makes sure the company complies with all legislative and regulatory requirements. The Board meets 6 to 8 times per year, with additional sub-committee meetings throughout the year.
Skills and Experience required:
While taking into account diversity including gender balance, and ethnic or cultural diversity, we welcome candidates who can bring the following to the board’s decision-making processes:
● Essential experience in one or more of the following: commercial strategy, business development, higher education sector;
● Desirable experience in areas such as human resources or financial management;
● Objectivity and impartiality;
● Board experience and useful networks;
● Stability and continuity to balance the transient nature of student membership;
● A collaborative approach to working with student directors.
Exclusion Criteria:
Candidates will not be eligible if, within the last 4 years, they have:
● Been a student of TU Dublin,
● Been an employee of the company,
● Had a material business relationship with the company – either directly or as a shareholder, director or senior employee of a body that has a relationship with the company,
● Received remuneration from the company (other than directors’ fee),
● Had close family ties with any of the company’s advisors, directors or senior employees,
● Held cross-directorships or significant links with other directors through involvement with other companies or bodies.
Term Limits and Succession:
All directors selected externally will be appointed for one term of 3 years with the option of a second term up to a maximum of 6 years.
It is company policy to retain successful Directors selected externally, especially in light of the shorter appointment period of Directors elected or appointed from the student body. However, the application of term limits provides a mechanism for refreshing talent and ensuring the skills profiles of Directors continues to match company requirements.
Meeting fee:
External directors receive a meeting fee of €50.
How to apply:
Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your motivation for applying to by C.O.B. on 6th October 2025.
Interviews will be held on 14th October 2025 – late afternoon. Shortlisted candidates will receive further details.