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Secretariat

Driving institutional excellence and operational delivery through seven functional departments.

The IRSK Secretariat is the administrative and operational arm of the Society, responsible for implementing and discharging the mandate of the Council. It facilitates the day-to-day management of the Society's affairs, ensuring that strategic priorities are translated into effective programmes, member-focused services, and sustainable institutional growth.

Under the leadership of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Secretariat provides the coordination, professional support, and administrative infrastructure necessary to advance IRSK's mission working closely with the Council, members, partners, and stakeholders to ensure efficient service delivery and effective programme implementation.

Our Functional Departments

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Member Services

Leads member engagement, onboarding, membership administration, retention, and service delivery.

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Administration

Coordinates the Society's administrative operations, institutional processes, records management, and logistics.

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Information Technology

Supports the Society's digital infrastructure, technology-enabled services, and digital transformation initiatives.

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Human Resources

Supports talent management, staff development, organisational culture, staff training and employee welfare.

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Finance

Oversees financial administration, budgeting, financial reporting, resource management and allocation.

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Programmes & Partnerships

Leads the development and implementation of IRSK programmes, projects, and strategic partnerships.

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Marketing & Communications

Strengthens IRSK's institutional visibility, brand identity, stakeholder engagement, and public profile.

A Secretariat Committed to Service and Impact

Through its seven functional departments, the IRSK Secretariat provides the operational foundation for the Society's growth and effectiveness combining professional administration, member-centred services, strategic programme delivery, and institutional collaboration.

Together, the Council and Secretariat are building a connected, capable, and future-ready professional institution for the international affairs community.

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