Public Affairs & Communications Executive – 18 Month Contract
Cpl Marketing recruitment has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Public Affairs & Communications professional to join a public body driving sustainability in Ireland. Working with the Head of Public Affairs and colleagues, the successful candidate will have a varied workload providing professional services and advice to operational teams on matters impacting the organisations programmes.
Key Responsibilities:
· Assisting and supporting the Head of Public Affairs in the development and implementation of a public affairs and strategic communication plan for the implementation of an EU Directive.
· Leading on the deployment of the public affairs and communication plan.
· Liaising and coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging.
· Foster two-way dialogue with key external stakeholders to build trust and understanding around the implementation of the Directive.
· Collaborate with colleagues in the Corporate Services Directorate to anticipate and manage reputational risks.
· Supporting Head of Public Affairs in Identifying and advising on overall public affairs and strategic communication risks and mitigation measures which align with strategic objectives.
· Supporting public affairs event planning/project management.
· Working with internal stakeholders to ensure Public Affairs activities are compliant with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies and best practice.
Required Skills and Experience:
· A third level degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Political Science or Public Policy.
· 3+ years’ directly relevant experience working in public affairs, public relations / advocacy, communications, marketing or related area.
· Demonstrated success in developing and implementing comprehensive public affairs, stakeholder engagement, communications strategies and plans.
· Excellent communication (both written and oral) including report writing, presenting and public speaking.
· Well-developed IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
Closing date Tuesday 15th @ 5pm July 2025
For further information please email [email protected] or call me on 01 947 6237
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