External Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement Officer I am currently seeking an External Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement Officer based for our client, a government body. The candidate will join the communication and public relation teamstoassistinimplementing its communications strategy. This is a hybrid position, based in Mayo. It is a 12 month contract with two possible extensions of 12 months. (Duration of 36 months) Monitor political and legislative developments, providing timely analysis and recommendations to organisational leadership. Build on existing work to develop a national advocacy/voice group to engage in public affairs, media relations, and policy consultations. Develop, implement, and launch a new advocate/ambassador programme. Co-ordinate site visits and events to promote political engagement at local and national levels. Build and maintain relationships with politicians, stakeholders, and interest groups. Support in draftingmediabriefings,including,JOC and PAC prepping,position papers, and responses to public consultations, Oireachtas queries, and policy proposals. Support the activation of impactful campaigns that highlight key road safety issues and engage the public. Support the distillation of work and research to political and stakeholder representatives, including management of regular stakeholder meetings and agreed actions. Managing the quarterly newsletter to political representatives. Assistin procurement and management of public relations contract. Support the implementation of a public affairs strategy to influence policy discussions and legislative developments related to road safety. Strategic corporate communications for services such as driving test, National car testingserviceand national driver licence service. Support the organisations press office function asrequired. Support in stakeholder mapping and engagement. Support withFOI andPQsand political engagement. Measure and report on external affairs effectiveness, working closely with RSA colleagues and agencies, adjusting strategies as needed. Supportcorporatecommunications and public affairs team on ministerial priorities as the strategy evolves. Essential requirements Background in journalism or politics Excellent communication (written & oral) and interpersonal skills. Strategic thinking and problem-solving. Negotiation and influence Relationship management and conflict resolution. Understanding of media and political landscapes. Works well as part of a team but can work on own initiative also Excellent management and leadership skills Strong organisational, coordination, and project management abilities. Desirable requirements Irish speaker For more information, please email Skills: Journalism Media Brief Communication