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The Public Affairs function's role is to drive positive stakeholder relationships and, in doing so,enhance the reputation of ESB Group.
The Public Affairs Executive is a key member of this small team,assistingin engagement with Houses of theOireachtas Members and other key stakeholders.
Responsibilities include efficient delivery of Parliamentary Questions (PQs) and Representations from Members or the Oireachtas as well as from other key stakeholders, including the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications (DCEE) in a timely manner.
Good judgement, problem-solving, and writing skills are crucial elements of this work.
Key Responsibilities
Collate ESB responses to Parliamentary Questions and Representations through liaison with key internal ESB stakeholders, drafting provisional answers for approval by Manager Public Affairs or other Senior Managers/Executive Directors as appropriate.
Build relationships across ESB Group to secure expert inputs andtimelyresponses for relevant subject matter experts
Exercise judgement in drafting plain-English responses to ensure that all answers are clear, contain no jargon and that they enhance the reputation of ESB.
Monitor political developments, particularly Houses of the Oireachtas debates and upcoming legislation.
Assist in the preparation of internal and external reports.
Experience and Qualifications
Minimum two years' experience in a relevant role (e.g. public affairs agency, public utility, civil/public service).
Strong drafting and writing skills, with good attention to detail and ability to deliver to deadlines.
Good judgment, as well as strong analytical and research skills.
Excellent proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work on own initiative.
A third level degree in an appropriate discipline.
A proven track record of delivery and an ability to track multiple agenda items continuously.
Interest in developing a career in Public Affairs.
A good phone manner.
Location
This position will be based inESB Head Office, 27FitzwilliamSt, Dublin 2.
ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working.
The successful candidate may work flexibly within theirjurisdictionwith attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least
two
anchor days per week.
All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.
Reporting To
This role will report totheManager,Public Affairs.
Why Work with Us?
Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition to net zero carbon future
Career development through mentoring and training
Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
Sports and Social Clubs
Networking opportunities
Credit Union
Access to staff well-being programmes
Generous parental leave entitlements
Strong values-based and inclusive culture
Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted
€41,500 - €48,800 per annum (depending on experience)
Closing Date
21st January ****
Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.
Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, ******.
About ESB
Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by ****.
ESB is Ireland's leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy.
Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
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