Communications Manager
Ref: VAC-12729
Full time position (35 hours per week)
Permanent contract, subject to continued funding
Letterkenny (Hybrid options available)
Competitive Salary - DOE
This employer works to improve the opportunities for people and communities in Co .Donegal to bring about positive changes in the community.
A company that exists to address the social, economic and cultural development needs of Donegal where the focus is on equality for all.
Main Purpose and responsibilities.
• The Communications Manager will play a central and key role in the planning, implementation and administration of Public Relations, Communications and Promotions for the Company.
• Define, develop and oversee the delivery of a Communications Strategy and Public Relations program to align with the Companies strategic objectives.
• Be the Lead on answering and directing all media queries, drafting media materials and responses, identify and action news opportunities; promoting activities across the company to target audiences. Oversee central clearing house for written communication materials produced to ensure consistent messaging and house-style.
• Co-ordinate specific promotional projects which includes the development and production of communication tools, the organising of launches and events, and development of communications programmes and campaigns.
• Regularly interact with senior leadership to influence strategy and negotiate decisions in relation to announcements, messaging. Work with Programme Managers to identify social media content, social media engagement tactics and execute social media campaigns.
• Development of branding and ensuring standardised promotional materials across the Organisation.
• Develop of communications Policies and Procedures to ensure best practices is in place. Provide appropriate training to staff.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with key journalists, media experts and outlets who cover Local and Community Development. Ensure continuous monitoring of external communications environment.
• Organise spokesperson and other media training programmes.
• Produce of key corporate and cross organisational materials.
• Ensure database information of targeted audiences is kept up to date for all relevant launches and Company updates.
• Ensure media evaluation and reporting for campaigns and awareness is monitored and reported to ensure effective delivery.
• Support an Internal communications culture that accommodates an up, down and across communications flow.
• Develop and support the upkeep of the intranet: writing compelling and timely content, coordinating news and creating pages
• Develop toolkits and guidance to support better internal communications
• Help ensure staff awareness and alignment with the Company’s goals, values and external messaging, using fresh thinking and creative ideas to turn complex information into relevant, timely, engaging and impactful content for internal audiences
• Develop internal communications plans, at both strategic and tactical levels, for internal initiatives in conjunction with the head of Operations and assist with their implementation
What we are looking for
• A relevant third level qualification in Journalism, PR or Communications.
• Proven experience working in Journalism, PR or Communications function.
• The ability to build a rapport and establish positive relationships with others
• The ability to positively influence the behaviour of others
• The ability to see for ways to develop team members in their role
• You will be required to be a flexible, motivated, self-starter who can communicate effectively and have good self-management and administration skills.
• You will demonstrate the highest integrity in delivering a programme of work.
• You will be required to demonstrate excellent planning and organizing skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• You will have demonstrable experience of forming good working relationships with Staff, combined with excellent communication and listening skills.
• You will be confidential by nature with excellent verbal and written abilities.
• Impactful content creator via press releases, copywriting, presentations, videos, social media sites etc
• Experience of creation of communication strategies and campaigns
• Experience in website, intranet and social media editing and content input.
• Experience with graphic design software to create attractive internal and external communications materials
• Proficiency with statistical/survey/information gathering practices and software
• Proficiency in relevant software and packages including Microsoft Office suite
• Experience of team/group facilitation.
• You must hold a clean, current driving license.
Preference will be given to those who along with the above have a sound knowledge and understanding of the workings of Government, its Departments and Agencies, the workings of the not-for-profit and community sector and a sound knowledge of community development, rural development and labour activation policy and programmes
How to Apply:
Applications in writing only please, send your full and up to date CV along with a cover note our Multi-Sector team in order to apply for this role.
Please note at this time, applications can only be accepted from those who already hold legal right to work in Ireland.
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