ERINN Innovation is seeking a creative, digitally skilled communicatorwith 2-3years' experienceto join our Communications Team, supporting EU-funded research projects focused on sustainability, climateactionand innovation.
The successful candidatewill be expected to embrace a hands-on, collaborative approach inside a fast-paced multi-stakeholder environment.This is an exciting opportunity foracreativeindividualto use their digitalskills including website content management, social media, and design suite tools todevelop assetsand adapt key messagesto suit a wide range of audiences.
Overview
Contract: Full-time, 2-year contract (6-month probation) with potential for renewal beyond 2 years. Position available immediately .
Location: Dublin, Ireland ( Hybrid – candidates must be resident in Ireland, attending the office one day per week minimum )
Closing date: 29 January 2026 at 17:30 IST
About the Company
ERINN Innovationsupportresearch and innovationprojectsacross Europeto make impact.Weaim tocontribute to a better world and a healthier planet. We support funding procurement for research projects, optimise knowledgemanagementand effectively communicate and transfer key findings to various stakeholders to help solve challenges such as climate change, sustainability, and improved food security.
Our team are experienced, multidisciplinary experts from diverse backgrounds who are motivated by a commitment to excellence and a determination to create a brighter, more sustainable future. We believe that our culture is a key driver of our success, and we are committed to fostering a workplace that values collaboration, curiosity, and innovation. We strive tomaintaina supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and can grow and excel.
Employee Benefits:
* Hybrid working conditions with flexi-hours options
* Employer pension contributions and Income Protection Insurances
* Opportunities for Employee ownership and profit-sharing
* Support for upskilling and learning, both internal and external
* Holiday entitlements: 20 days/annum + 5 days at Christmas. Leave entitlement increases by 1 extra day per year of service, up to a max of 25 days per annum.
The Role
We welcome applications fromindividuals with 2-3 years' experience in a communications,graphic/webdesign, or digital marketingrole. Renumeration will be based on experience and qualifications.
ERINN Innovation's Communications Team support activities across our extensive portfolio of European Research projects and business services.Day-to-dayactivitiesinvolve working alongside our multidisciplinary team focused upon delivering impact to stakeholders within policy, academia,industryand society across a wide range of thematics (Agriculture, Marine, Environment, Water, Peatland Restoration, Health, Climate Change, Energy, and Food).
Specific Responsibilities Include:
* Create high quality content to communicate scientific research. This will include press releases, articles, newsletters, leaflets, brochures, infographics, videos, websites, and social media campaigns.
* Awareness and implementation of best practices in communication assisting the wider team to develop targeted materials and impactful communication campaigns that will deliver project and contract objectives across varied channels and activities.
* Contribute to ERINN Innovation's Communications and Brand Strategies across our website, social media channels, and marketing materials, to deliver organisational objectives covering the full breadth of our business portfolio (research funding support, research communications and impact, knowledge transfer).
* Create and maintain excellent partner, contractor and stakeholder relationships.
Required Skills and Experience:
Asuccessfulcandidatewillpossessexcellent communication and editorial skills, strong planning and organisational abilities, initiative, attention to detail and cultural sensitivityfor working within an international context. They will beproactive team playerswith the ability to create and maintain strong relationships among internal and external stakeholders.
Candidates should clearlyhighlight their specific skillsets which can contribute to building our internal communications capacity.
* EEA work authorisation as well as fluent written and spoken English.
* Educated to diploma/degree level in a relevant area. Equivalisation may be granted to candidates with relevant work experience in lieu of formal qualifications in areas such as communications, public relations, media, marketing or journalism.
* 2 – 3 years of relevant experience in a related field (communications, graphic design / web design, digital marketing ).
* Experience creating and managing digital content, including Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress or similar).
* Experience creating editorial content, layout and publishing.
* Experience managing social media platforms and content.
* Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
* Attention to detail and a strong sense of aesthetics.
* Creative approach to problem solving, pro-active and willing to learn.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to collaborate and work as part of a multidisciplinary, multicultural team. Ability to communicate and converse clearly, courteously, and professionally.
* Excellent project and time management skills: highly organised, ability to work on several projects simultaneously and to prioritise tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
* Flexibility, as overtime may occasionally be required to meet deadlines as part of the contract. Roles may also be adapted in future depending on candidate strengths and the needs of the business.
Desired Criteria:
* Active interest in science/scientific research/sustainable research and development.
* Event management experience, both online and in-person.
Application Procedure:
Please send your CV and cover letter as one PDF file to jobs@erinn.eu with the subject line "Communications Officer". Please outline why you're interested in the role, highlight relevant skills/experience, and indicate your availability. Additional information to support your application, e.g. portfolio/website link, may be included in the PDF file .
Note:
The position will require the successful applicant to work in the Dublin office on a regular basis.
Interviews:
* First round interviews will be held virtually (Teams/Zoom) in February 2026.
* Final interviews will be held in person at the ERINN Innovation office in Olympic House, Dublin 8 (Eircode: D08 H67X).
As part of the interview process candidates will be asked to complete demonstration tasks.
Please note ERINN Innovation do not require the assistance of recruitment agencies at this time.
About
ERINN Innovation is a value-driven company owned by the staff who support research and innovation to have impact.
ERINN Innovation Ltd
Company No.: 600883 (Ireland)
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