Senior Press Officer

3 weeks ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Electricity Supply Board Full time

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ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy. Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

Position Description

ESB is looking for a high performing Senior Press Officer to join Corporate and Regulatory Affairs. As a member of the Press Office team, you will deliver on implementing strategies, plans and processes for strengthening ESB's profile in print, broadcast, digital and social media and will be part of a team responsible for the day-to-day interaction with the media and the execution of our external communications activity. The successful candidate will deliver all press office duties which includes the creation and management of content for media and social media channels and our corporate website.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for creating & managing media relationships including 24/7 press office access. Researching and responding to media queries.
  • Writing and issuing press releases, briefings & statements and preparing messages document for press, radio and on-line content.
  • Facilitate media interviews with national and local media outlets and provide media training as required.
  • Working with all parts of the company to develop and implement agreed plans to support business strategy.
  • Manage numerous communication projects across all communications platforms - print, broadcast and digital.
  • Developing and executing strategic PR campaigns.
  • Keeping up to date with all issues and opportunities that impact the company.
  • Working with the business in delivering communication responses to crisis events.
  • Providing media advice to colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Responsible for monitoring media coverage across all platforms, analysing and reporting.

Experience and Qualifications

  • Third level qualification in PR or Communications or equivalent, including courses in creative writing, copy editing, news writing, digital & social media, and marketing.
  • Minimum seven years of experience in a communications/public relations role.
  • Media Competence in all aspects of print, broadcast, online, and social media.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, good editorial skills, and the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Excellent organizational skills, a self-starter with the ability to work under pressure and to short deadlines.
  • Digital Proficiency - Good working knowledge of digital and social media, IT, and all applications relating to communications. Proficient with social media channels (Flickr, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, etc.).
  • Strong Technical Skills and capability with Sitefinity CMS, basic CSS, HTML, and Google Analytics.
  • Experience working in a similar fast paced communications role within the energy sector and experience of dealing with crisis communications situations.
  • Full Clean Driving License.

Location

ESB Head Office, Lower Fitzwilliam Street, Dublin 2 and in line with our Smarter Working principles and flexible working.

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Reporting To

This role will report to Media Relations Manager.

Why Work with Us?

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition to net zero carbon future.
  • Progressive, hybrid working model.
  • Career development through mentoring and training.
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities.
  • Sports and Social Clubs.
  • Networking opportunities.
  • Credit Union.
  • Access to staff well-being programmes.
  • Generous parental leave entitlements.
  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture.
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted.

Closing Date

28th February 2025

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie.

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

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