Communications and Events Manager

4 weeks ago


Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland FoodCloud Full time

Communications and Events Manager at FoodCloud (Maternity Leave Cover)

Would you like to join an organisation that is passionate about tackling food waste and increasing social inclusion in communities across Ireland and internationally?

FoodCloud has a vision for a world where no good food goes to waste and the only thing bigger than our vision is our drive – we are an organisation of doers that are driven by kindness, fairness and a desire to help people and the planet.

Are you an experienced Communications and Events Manager who would like to work for one of Ireland's fastest growing social enterprises? If this sounds like you, we have the ideal role here at FoodCloud. This is a specific purpose contract.

About the Job:

Reporting to the Head of Public Engagement, you will be responsible for:

  1. the implementation of internal, external and partner communications alongside marketing activities for FoodCloud; and
  2. managing or supporting key FoodCloud events.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Communications and reputation management:
    • Contribute to the implementation of an integrated communications plan that enables our small but dedicated team to maintain a consistent, positive media presence.
    • Monitor FoodCloud related press stories and scan the horizon for potential challenges for our brand.
    • Ensure consistency of brand tone is carried throughout all creative elements in our messaging and that of our partners.
    • Lead on ensuring the smooth participation of FoodCloud in media opportunities that help us achieve our objectives.
    • Work with FoodCloud's HR team on internal communications.
    • Work with Head of Public Engagement to report to senior management and to the Board on the performance of the communications team.
  2. Digital marketing strategy:
    • Oversee the implementation of our digital marketing strategy (which includes web, email, social media content planning and creation).
    • Contribute to the creation of internal and external content such as articles for LinkedIn and our website.
    • Measure, report and make recommendations on the performance of digital marketing campaigns.
  3. Account management:
    • Support FoodCloud's food and fundraising teams in the management of partner communications and activations.
  4. Event planning and management:
    • Lead on the implementation of a major European event being hosted by FoodCloud in Dublin this June, supporting the launch of the advocacy campaign accompanying that event.
    • Support or lead on other FoodCloud events with the advocacy, food and fundraising teams, as well as on attendance at trade shows and conferences.
    • Support HR with employee engagement events.
  5. Additional duties as required per business needs.

Key Skills:

The successful candidate will:

  1. be a self-starter, who is driven, flexible, creative, and detail-oriented.
  2. have 3+ years' experience working in communications, including digital marketing campaign implementation.
  3. have 2+ years' experience in event/project management.
  4. have strong writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design skills, including the ability to present concepts verbally.
  5. have demonstrable experience leading and managing online marketing including email, social media and/or display advertising campaigns.
  6. have the ability to work calmly under pressure and within a small dynamic team. Experience working with the food industry or government bodies is an advantage.

Benefits:

  1. The role will be based in our Tallaght Head Office but will be flexible and hybrid.
  2. We are very proud of our culture, and our vision, mission and values which you can read more about on our website and on social media channels.
  3. We are a fast-growing organisation with big ambitions – there will be plenty of opportunity to grow and develop professionally in this role through training and experience.
  4. Salary: €DOE
  5. Pension contribution: matching up to 5% of an employee's salary.
  6. TaxSaver, Bike to Work Scheme, discounted gym membership and more.

If this sounds like your ideal role, we would like to hear from you. Please include your CV and cover letter and use the link to apply now The closing date for applications is 19 February 2025.

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