Dennis Keeley

Dennis Keeley is a seasoned professional in emergency management with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as Chief Fire Officer at Dublin Fire Brigade since August 2018, Keeley also holds the position of UNDAC Member at the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs since January 2009 and has been the Coordination Head at the European Union Civil Protection since January 2006. Additionally, Keeley served as Chair of the Emergency Management Institute Ireland until March 2023 and worked as an Emergency Manager at the Department of Environment Heritage and Local Government from January 2007 to February 2010. Educational qualifications include a Master's Degree in Emergency Management from Dublin City University and a Diploma in Emergency Planning from Coventry University, complemented by studies at University College Dublin.