Communications Manager - Public Sector - Dublin 1 (Hybrid) -
3-6 Month Contract
Location:
Dublin 1
Hybrid:
2 days onsite / 3 days remote
Duration:
3-6 months
About the role:
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Communications Manager to join a leading public sector organisation on a contract basis.
Reporting to the Director of Communications, you will manage a team of two and take ownership of high-impact, insight-led campaigns.
This is a strategic, hands-on role covering external communications, media relations, advertising, and market research, alongside wider involvement in education, events, and stakeholder engagement.
Why you'll love this role:
Strong opportunity to gain public sector experience
Ideal for PR agency professionals seeking a transition
High-profile, purpose-driven communications work
Hybrid working model with excellent work-life balance
Opportunity to lead national campaigns and manage key agencies
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of integrated advertising and public information campaigns
Take overall responsibility for external communications strategy and delivery, with a strong focus on traditional media channels including national and regional news outlets, newspapers, and broadcast media
Act as a primary media spokesperson for consumer-facing programmes and initiatives, managing press engagement and reactive media queries
Provide strategic direction on campaign planning, including channel selection, budgeting, timelines, and governance to ensure value for money
Manage relationships with PR, media buying, and market research agencies to ensure high-quality delivery
Collaborate closely with media agency partners, overseeing campaign execution and monitoring media spend
Lead and develop a team of two direct reports, ensuring strong performance management and delivery against objectives
Oversee market research activity and consumer helpline services to inform communications strategy
Ensure all consumer-facing communications are accurate, accessible, and evidence-based
Support the internal communications function and liaise with key external stakeholders, including government departments and agencies
About You:
Degree qualified in Marketing, Communications, PR, Health Promotion, or a related discipline
Professional or postgraduate qualification in PR desirable
Minimum 5+ years' experience in consumer PR, either agency-side or in-house
Strong background in external communications, with significant experience managing traditional media relations
Proven experience managing media agencies and campaign budgets
Demonstrated experience in team leadership and direct line management
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills and experience acting as a media spokesperson
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience within public health, social marketing, or the public sector
Background in managing market research functions or involvement in education or cross-border initiatives
Interested?
Send your CV to
Philly Lambe
at Lex Consultancy.
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