Part-Time Editorial & Events / Marketing Assistant
Location: Remote (Ireland) | Hours: Part-time | Reports to: Editor, Kelly Jo Eastwood
IPN Communications — one of Ireland's leading healthcare publishing and events companies — is seeking a talented and motivated Editorial & Events Assistant to join our growing team.
We are best known for organising Ireland's largest pharmacy and hospital awards and for producing over 24 leading healthcare and business magazines each year. Our collaborative team delivers high-quality content and live events that shape Ireland's healthcare conversation.
This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across editorial, marketing, digital media, and event management, working alongside an ambitious team in a fast-paced, creative environment.
Your Role
Reporting directly to the Editor, Kelly Jo Eastwood, you will work closely with both the editorial and sales departments to support the planning, production, and promotion of IPN's publications and events.
In Brief:
* Marketing: Assist the team with client communications, engagement, and campaign coordination.
* Social Media & Website: Update and monitor IPN's websites and social media profiles, ensuring content is current and engaging.
* Editorial: Help source and develop content for Irish Pharmacy News and related titles. Liaise with contributors, writers, and industry contacts to secure features, interviews, and news stories.
* Events: Support the coordination and promotion of flagship events including the Irish Pharmacy Awards, People's Pharmacist Award, OTC & Retail Pharmacy Awards, and Hospital Professional Honours.
About IPN
Launched in 2008, IPN (Irish Pharmacy News) is Ireland's only dedicated monthly publication for community pharmacists, with a circulation of more than 3,000 printed copies distributed nationwide. Each issue focuses on topical clinical and professional themes and serves as a key platform for pharma and medical companies to communicate research, innovation, and product updates.
We publish 12 issues annually, plus two special editions: the IQVIA Top 100 (August) and The Top Dynamic 100 Professionals (December).
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who is:
* Highly organised and detail-oriented
* Confident in written communication and client liaison
* Comfortable working remotely and managing multiple tasks
* Interested in media, publishing, healthcare, or events
* A proactive team player with creativity and initiative
Experience in journalism, PR, marketing, or events is advantageous but not essential — enthusiasm, professionalism, and a willingness to learn are what matter most.
Why Join IPN?
* Be part of a fast-growing company at the heart of Ireland's healthcare media.
* Gain valuable editorial, marketing, and event experience.
* Work within a friendly, dynamic team that values collaboration and creativity.
* Enjoy flexibility — this is a remote, part-time role
To Apply:
Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role with the subject line Editorial & Events Assistant Application.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Graduate
Pay: €24,236.46-€35,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
* Company events
* Work from home
Education:
* Bachelor's (required)
Experience:
* Event management Editorial content : 2 years (required)
Location:
* Ringsend, Dublin, CO. Dublin (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ringsend, Dublin, CO. Dublin