Overview
Communications & Policy Officer (12 Month FTC) – Dublin 7.
Location: Dublin 7
Contract Type: Maternity Leave
Work Arrangement: 3-4 days onsite/week (Fully onsite during training.)
Benefits: Pension, wellbeing programmes, flexible working, and more.
We are partnering with a leading membership organisation to recruit a Communications & Policy Officer on a contract basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the organisation’s communications, policy, and stakeholder engagement activities while working with a broad range of internal and external audiences.
Why Apply
* Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
* Ideal central Dublin location, with excellent access to the Green Line Luas, bus routes, and other public transport options.
* Develop expertise in policy research, communications, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement.
About the Role
* Support the organisation’s communications strategy, drafting content for newsletters, websites, and digital platforms.
* Liaise with external PR agencies, support media briefings, press releases, and other communications opportunities.
* Keep up to date with national and international political and policy developments, providing analysis and recommendations.
* Undertake policy research to inform submissions, reports, and action plans.
* Monitor parliamentary and policy developments, including legislation, consultations, and reform programmes.
* Support committee, working group, and Council agendas and communications.
* Draft briefings, correspondence, and articles for diverse stakeholders.
* Contribute to internal and external campaigns, initiatives, and projects as required.
About You
* At least 3 years’ experience in a policy, public affairs, or communications role, preferably within a membership organisation, professional body, or public affairs environment.
* A degree in Politics, Public Policy, Economics, Media/Communications, Law, or a related discipline.
* Strong research, analytical, and drafting skills, with the ability to distil complex information for diverse audiences.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including managing relationships at senior levels.
* Organisational skills, initiative, and the ability to prioritise in a dynamic environment.
* A collaborative, team-oriented approach.
If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for communications and policy, we would love to hear from you.
Please note only candidates that match the minimum job requirements above will be contacted for this role.
Skills:
* Communications Executive
* Policy Officer
* Public Affairs
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