Overview
Light Rail Programme Communications & Stakeholder Management Lead – Transport Infrastructure Ireland
Responsibilities
* Managing relationships, engagement and communication with all stakeholders and the media as a primary focus for delivering major capital projects.
* Develop and maintain systems and procedures for managing stakeholders, media and communication aspects of the projects.
* Act as client representative for the procurement of stakeholder management systems.
* Input into tender requirements for consultants and contractors with reference to stakeholder management and communication.
* Lead and oversee project communication teams.
* Develop and implement the communication and engagement plans for projects.
* Engage with third parties and stakeholders including the public, business community, public sector bodies, elected representatives and government as required.
* Prepare and curate responses to PQs, FOI and AIE requests.
* Prepare briefing notes for Government Departments, relevant Ministers and internal parties.
* Develop and execute strategic communication campaigns.
* Oversee the creation of press releases, statements and other communications strategies.
* Act as integrator for communication activities delivered by project teams, consultants and contractors as appropriate.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, government agencies, and community organisations.
* Ensure all communication is consistent with TII’s brand and messaging guidelines.
* Create and oversee social media plans including internal and external content creation.
* Create and execute plans to effectively manage and mitigate potential public relations issues.
* Analyse and report on engagement data and analytics to inform communications decisions.
* Advise the Head of Light Rail Capital Programmes on the effectiveness of communication strategies.
* Represent the organisation at public events and meetings as required; act as spokesperson as required.
* Escalate issues to the leadership for each project in a timely manner and, where required, to the Head of Light Rail Capital Programmes.
* Support and collaborate with the Director of Corporate Communications and Internal Communications and Engagement Manager if required.
* Manage and orchestrate key external press and market engagement events.
* Advocate for continuous operational improvement, taking advantage of opportunities as they arise.
* Perform additional tasks as may be required or assigned as part of the role and as appropriate to the grade.
All divisions within TII require close cooperation and teamwork.
Education & Experience
The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the key competencies for an Assistant Principal position as identified in TII’s Competency Directory, as well as the following job-specific requirements:
* Degree or 3rd level professional qualification (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) in English, Public Relations, Journalism or equivalent subject.
* 7+ years’ experience managing an organisation’s communication team/press office, internal communications team and event management.
* Hands-on experience in developing, managing and implementing strategic communication programmes across multiple areas.
* A deep understanding of social media and analytics with a track record in managing initiatives on social media.
* Experience of leading and managing a team is desirable.
* Understanding of challenges operating in a dynamic major project development environment.
* Excellent command of the English language (verbal and written).
* Current driving licence.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Public Relations
Industries
* Government Administration
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