The Broadcasting Commission of Ireland (BCI) have announced the appointment of a Director of Corporate Services and two new Commissioning Officers to the of the Broadcasting (Funding) Scheme.
Andrew Robinson and Brian Furey have been given the new Commissioning Officer posts. Andrew and Brian will be responsible for managing the application and awards processes of the Broadcasting (Funding) Scheme. They will also play a key role in evaluating applications and recommending awards under the Scheme, in addition to being involved in negotiations with successful applicants.
Prior to his appointment as Commissioning Officer, Andrew worked in the Information Section of the BCI. During this time he played a central role in communicating the work of the Commission to external audiences and developed relationships with key members of the broadcasting sector and the media.
Brian has worked with the Broadcasting Division of the Commission. His work there enabled him to establish strong links with the broadcasting sector in the areas of training and development, New Adventures in Broadcasting and the Community Radio Support Scheme. Prior to joining the Commission, Brian worked in the local radio and telecommunications sectors.
Margaret Tumelty has been appointed to the position of Director of Corporate Services of the BCI. Margaret will have responsibility for finance, human resources and organisation, IT, information and public relations for the Commission.
Margaret has worked with the Commission since 2000, initially as Manager of Training and Development, then as Broadcasting Standards Officer with responsibility for the development of a range of broadcasting codes and rules, including the Children’s Advertising Code and the Access Rules for television. Prior to joining the Commission, Margaret worked in the community radio sector and with Women on Air.
Margaret is a graduate of Dublin City University where she received a BA in Communication Studies. She holds an MSc (Mgmt ) in Organisational Behaviour and a Post Graduate Diploma in Conflict and Dispute Resolution from Trinity College, Dublin.
