PWN Dublin: VP Operations

Published on December 9, 2025

Reports to: PWN Dublin President

Purpose of the Role

The VP Operations plays a pivotal role in supporting operational excellence across PWN Dublin. This role focuses on streamlining processes, promoting best practice use of technology, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives across the network. Working closely with other VPs, this role ensures that our ways of working remain efficient, effective, and fit for purpose. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys systems thinking, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 

Location 

Primarily remote with periodic in-person events and meetings in Dublin 

Reports to 

President 

Status 

Voluntary (Non-paid) 

Leadership dimension 

Volunteer contributor 

Budget owner  

No

Time Commitment 

Approx. 2–3 hrs/week (may vary at peak times) 

Notice period 

3 months 

 

What you'll do 

  • Process Design & Best Practice
    Design and communicate best practices for internal technologies, tools, and processes to support consistency and effectiveness across the network.

  • Support VP Process Implementation
    Support other VPs in documenting processes and best practices.  

  • Cross-Team Coordination
    Liaise with each VP and their teams to understand operational needs, clarify workflows, and identify opportunities for improved collaboration and alignment.
  • Strategic Project Support
    Lead and/or support key strategic initiatives that require coordination across multiple functions, bringing clarity and structure to emerging projects.
  • Process Improvement
    Continuously assess and improve PWN Dublin's internal processes, ensuring they remain efficient, relevant, and aligned with the needs of a growing and dynamic volunteer team.
  • Documentation & Knowledge Sharing
    Ensure templates, and internal resources are consistently documented, organised, and accessible to all team members.
  • Operations Ownership
    Drive adoption and compliance with processes under the VP of Operations’ remit, ensuring team-wide alignment and execution.
  • Vendor Management 
    Manage M365 vendor to ensure quality of service. 
     

What you bring 

  • Operational Thinking
    You’re naturally systems-minded and enjoy bringing structure to complexity. 
  • Collaborative Communication
    You’re comfortable working across functions, gathering input, and translating it into clear, shared processes. 
  • Project Coordination
    You’re organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing moving parts and timelines. 
  • Technology Confidence
    You’re familiar with using collaborative platforms (MS365, SharePoint, MS Teams) and eager to support others in using them effectively. 
  • Problem-Solving Mindset
    You spot inefficiencies and propose practical, people-centred improvements. 

Who You Are 

  • A clear thinker who thrives on improving how things are done
  • Comfortable working across teams and functions
  • Process-minded, tech-savvy, and detail-oriented
  • Curious, proactive, and motivated by making meaningful improvements
  • Passionate about enabling people to work better together

Why Volunteer as VP Operations? 

  • Professional Development: Strengthen your leadership capabilities, grow your strategic thinking, and gain hands-on experience in high-impact event management. 
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with inspiring professionals across Dublin and the global PWN community. 
  • Purpose and Impact: Contribute meaningfully to a cause you care about and help shape experiences that empower women at every stage of their journey. 
  • Personal Growth: Develop confidence, visibility, and resilience as part of a team that values authenticity and collaboration. 

Recruitment Process  

  1. Expression of Interest: Apply by completing the form at the bottom of our volunteer homepage, outlining why this role excites you, your knowledge and motivation for applying. 
  2. Informal Interview: You’ll meet two members of the Management Team for a relaxed, values-led conversation to explore mutual fit, motivation, and expectations. 
  3. Meet the President: If both sides are aligned, you’ll be invited to meet one or both Co-Presidents for a strategic alignment conversation, to ensure shared vision and support. 
  4. Confirmation & Onboarding
    If aligned, we’ll formally welcome you on board and guide you through the onboarding process to get you set up for success. 


Ready to be part of something meaningful? 

Apply now by completing the form at the bottom of our volunteer homepage, and help us create a great experience for our members!