Head of Public Affairs

2 weeks ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland TN Ireland Full time

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€104,971 pa (Other arrangements may apply if coming directly from another civil or public service body)

3-year fixed term contract

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Dublin

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We have an exciting opportunity in SEAI for a Public Affairs Head of Department, reporting to the CEO and working closely with others both in the Office of the CEO and across SEAI.

The Head of Public Affairs in SEAI is tasked with enhancing the organisation's domestic public affairs and stakeholder engagement work through effective relationship building, public affairs and communication strategies, brand building, and targeted strategic engagement with a broad spectrum of appropriate stakeholders.

The role will involve some travel and will include positioning the importance of SEAI's mission, enhancing SEAI's brand as a trusted authority in the energy transition, and broadening understanding of our role and achievements across stakeholders. It will include advocating and supporting the SEAI leadership team as experts and advocates for Ireland's Energy Authority regarding the future direction of energy policy.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

  1. Master's Degree level qualification (Level 9 on the NFQ or equivalent), ideally in public policy and legislation, public affairs and communications or political communication.
  2. 7+ years' professional experience working in a senior communications, public affairs, advocacy, or corporate communications position.
  3. Excellent knowledge of the political, and climate & energy landscape in Ireland.
  4. Experience of liaising and negotiating with a wide range of organisations/individuals.
  5. Expertise of delivering successful advocacy campaigns and fronting policies and programmes.
  6. A full current driving license.
  7. Experience of and a proven track record of working within the political system.
  8. Significant experience engaging with senior stakeholders.
  9. Knowledge of the legislative process and parliamentary procedures/rules.
  10. Knowledge of EU Directives, climate action and developments.
  11. Knowledge of environmental issues, particularly as they relate to Energy/Climate.
  12. Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Eligibility to Work

The SEAI has a legal obligation to ensure that all employees are lawfully entitled to work in Ireland. To qualify, candidates must hold a valid visa on the date of application and where applicable to support a candidate's application, candidates must submit a valid work permit/visa confirming permission to work in Ireland when requested. Failure to submit the required evidence, and failure to hold a valid permit/visa during the period of the contract, will result in the application and/or contract of employment being rendered void.

Note in respect of UK citizens: Information regarding the Common Travel Area is available here.

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