Communications & Policy Officer (12 Month FTC) 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 acontract basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the organisations 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 organisations 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