Someone who directs an organisation or community orientated non-profit business which is focused on finding and implementing solutions to problems faced by specific communities or by society at large.
Work Environment
Social Entrepreneurs typically work in the following Career Sectors:
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The Work
In many ways a Social Entrepreneur would establish and manage their business in the same manner as any other Entrepreneur.
They would be involved in financing, in managing accounts, is hiring and directing staff and in the design and creation of products or services.
The key difference is that Social Entrepreneurs are not establishing a profit focused enterprise, instead they are creating a non-profit enterprise with an social goal.
Further Information
- Social Entrepreneur - from: What is social entrepreneurship?
Qualities - Social Entrepreneur
Social entrepreneurs will need to be committed self-starters, willing to work long hours in service of establishing the enterprise.
They will often be dedicated to a specific cause.
The range of skills required in setting up an enterprise are broad, and while some will have competency in all of them many of them will rely on colleagues to provide expertise in the fields, they are weak in.
As such it is essential that an entrepreneur be a people person, able to hire competent, trustworthy subordinates to manage areas and delegate reasonability to.
Interests - Social Entrepreneur
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Entry - Social Entrepreneur
There are varying requirements to set up and opeate or work in a Social enterprise. Social Entepreneurs may have a Qualification in business, commerce, accounting, or key core skills to match their proposed Social Enterprise.
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Some experience of working in functioning businesses may be helpful. Many Social entrepreneurs will have specific Technical skills that relate to the focus of their company, whether it be in topics such as Community, Care, Education, among others. But many social entrepreneurs are simply highly capable generalists with a talent for management, learning and delegating. possoessing a passion to make a difference in their Community Social Enterprise Ireland Set up Toolkit.
Training & Development:
FET Centre Traineeship/ Adult education: Start your own Business & Supervisory Management NFQ Level 5-6 courses Search our FET coursefinder.
Professional Development & key support agencies
Partnership Local Enterprise Support
Social Enterprise Ireland Enterprise Support
Last Updated: April, 2023
Pay & Salary - Social Entrepreneur
Salary Range (thousands per year)* €30k - €55k
Salaries vary depending on employer grant, location, experience, and duties.
Data Source(s):
Social Entreprenuers Ireland / Charitycareersrecruitment
Last Updated: March, 2024
* The lower figures typically reflect starting salaries. Higher salaries are awarded to those with greater experience and responsibility. Positions in Dublin sometimes command higher salaries.
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Labour Market Updates - Social Entrepreneur
This information has been derived from the Solas National Skills Bulletin (2023).
Employment levels for this occupation have remained relatively stable in recent years. These roles were found across all sectors of the economy, albeit in small numbers. The data does not point to any issues with this occupation at present
Numbers employed in this occupation are too small to allow for any analysis on national Skills Bulletin 2020.
Useful Contacts - Social Entrepreneur
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Enterprise Ireland
- The Plaza, East Point Business Park, Dublin 3
- (01) 727 2000
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Social Enterprise network Ireland
- Bea Orpen Building, NorDubCo, DCU, Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland
- 0892550289
- [email protected]
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Social Entrepreneurs Ireland
- Lower Ground Floor,11/12 Warrington Place, Dublin 2, Ireland
- 01-6853191
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