Light Rail Programme Communications

4 days ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Transport Infrastructure Ireland Full time
Overview

Light Rail Programme Communications & Stakeholder Management Lead – Transport Infrastructure Ireland

Responsibilities
  • Managing relationships, engagement and communication with all stakeholders and the media as a primary focus for delivering major capital projects.
  • Develop and maintain systems and procedures for managing stakeholders, media and communication aspects of the projects.
  • Act as client representative for the procurement of stakeholder management systems.
  • Input into tender requirements for consultants and contractors with reference to stakeholder management and communication.
  • Lead and oversee project communication teams.
  • Develop and implement the communication and engagement plans for projects.
  • Engage with third parties and stakeholders including the public, business community, public sector bodies, elected representatives and government as required.
  • Prepare and curate responses to PQs, FOI and AIE requests.
  • Prepare briefing notes for Government Departments, relevant Ministers and internal parties.
  • Develop and execute strategic communication campaigns.
  • Oversee the creation of press releases, statements and other communications strategies.
  • Act as integrator for communication activities delivered by project teams, consultants and contractors as appropriate.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, government agencies, and community organisations.
  • Ensure all communication is consistent with TII's brand and messaging guidelines.
  • Create and oversee social media plans including internal and external content creation.
  • Create and execute plans to effectively manage and mitigate potential public relations issues.
  • Analyse and report on engagement data and analytics to inform communications decisions.
  • Advise the Head of Light Rail Capital Programmes on the effectiveness of communication strategies.
  • Represent the organisation at public events and meetings as required; act as spokesperson as required.
  • Escalate issues to the leadership for each project in a timely manner and, where required, to the Head of Light Rail Capital Programmes.
  • Support and collaborate with the Director of Corporate Communications and Internal Communications and Engagement Manager if required.
  • Manage and orchestrate key external press and market engagement events.
  • Advocate for continuous operational improvement, taking advantage of opportunities as they arise.
  • Perform additional tasks as may be required or assigned as part of the role and as appropriate to the grade.

All divisions within TII require close cooperation and teamwork.

Education & Experience

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the key competencies for an Assistant Principal position as identified in TII's Competency Directory, as well as the following job-specific requirements:

  • Degree or 3rd level professional qualification (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent) in English, Public Relations, Journalism or equivalent subject.
  • 7+ years' experience managing an organisation's communication team/press office, internal communications team and event management.
  • Hands-on experience in developing, managing and implementing strategic communication programmes across multiple areas.
  • A deep understanding of social media and analytics with a track record in managing initiatives on social media.
  • Experience of leading and managing a team is desirable.
  • Understanding of challenges operating in a dynamic major project development environment.
  • Excellent command of the English language (verbal and written).
  • Current driving licence.
Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Public Relations
Industries
  • Government Administration

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