Job Description

Foyle Port is the key marine gateway to the Northwest of Ireland for both commerce and tourism and plays a vital role driving economic activity in the region.

Governance Officer (Permanent) Ref: GO/01/26

This is an exciting and crucial role to provide a high-quality Board Secretarial Function and support the Chair and Executive Leadership Team (ELT) by ensuring efficient coordination, communication and administrative support.

Essential Criteria:

Have obtained a relevant higher level business administration qualification. At least one year's relevant corporate governance or administration experience. Experience of using IT and core management information systems to extrapolate and present data and provide analysis Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, email/calendar)

Desirable Criteria:

Educated to degree level standard or equivalent in a relevant discipline Be willing or have obtained a relevant Corporate Governance qualification such as International Certified Corporate Governance Officer. Demonstrable proficiency in using emerging AI tools and automation solutions to improve executive efficiency while maintaining confidentiality and data protection standards.

Compensation Package

Competitive salary. 33 days paid holiday including bank and public increasing to 38 with service. Hybrid Working Generous contributory pension scheme. Enhanced family friendly benefits. Death in service benefit. On-site free car parking. Employee Well Being Initiatives including:
o Westfield Health Cash Plan

o Employee Assistance Programme

o Benefits Platform - access to retail discounts.

o Cycle to Work Scheme.

o Subsidised Sports Membership Scheme

Full details, including an application form, are available from by email from monitoringofficer@foyleport.com. CV's will be accepted.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Wednesday 4th February 2026 at 5pm.

Foyle Port strives to create a culture of inclusivity where everyone belongs and can flourish at work. We are committed to the provision of Equality of Opportunity and the merit principle.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free flu jabs Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/02/2026