Social Media Officer

Social Media Officer (Maternity Cover) - Blackrock, Co Dublin

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is the leading dementia-specific service provider in Ireland. The ASI works across the country in local communities, providing dementia-specific services and supports, and advocating for the rights and needs of all people living with dementia and their carers. Our vision is an Ireland where people on the journey of dementia are valued and supported. The ASI is a national non-profit organisation that advocates, empowers and champions the rights of people living with dementia and their communities to quality support and services.

The ASI is recruiting a Social Media Officer to be based in National Office, Temple Road, Blackrock, Co Dublin, who will report to the Communications & Relationship Manager. This role is hybrid, with offices based in the National Office, Temple Road, Blackrock, Co Dublin. You may be required to travel to attend events and to work at other ASI locations.

The Social Media Officer is a key member of the Communications Team and should have the ability to multitask in a busy and varied role. The role is to shape and drive forward all social media channels and to manage paid social media ads for the organisation. The successful candidate will maintain and continue to build The ASI's social media profile. Prior experience working on national campaigns, events and launches and experience creating and editing digital communications including video content are desirable. Salary will be commensurate with the care sector and dependent on relevant experience. This is a 35 hours per week full-time contract. It is a 9-month fixed term contract (with possibility to extend to 12 months) to cover maternity leave.

If you are interested in applying, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role. A full job description is available on the Career Section of The ASI website. Closing date for applications is Wednesday 1st October, 2025. The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Person specification

Purpose Of Position

The Social Media Officer is a key member of the Communications Team and should have the ability to multitask and work in a busy and varied role where prioritising workload is essential. The successful candidate will work to maintain and build The ASI's social media profile. The Social Media Officer shapes and drives all social media channels and manages social media paid ads for the organisation. Prior experience in national campaigns, events and launches is desirable. Experience creating and editing digital communications including photo and video content is desirable.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Shape and drive forward all social media channels (including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube)
• Maintain and build The ASI's social media profile
• Work on national campaigns, events and launches across all ASI departments
• Create and edit digital content including video content
• Manage social media paid ad campaigns for relevant departments in The ASI
• Liaise with relevant departments in The ASI such as Advocacy & Public Affairs, Fundraising, Operations, etc.
• Attend events to capture content for all social media channels
• Report to the Communications & Relationship Manager
• Carry out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work required and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. The holder of this position is required to respond with a flexible approach when tasks arise which are not specifically covered in this job description.

Knowledge/Experience

Qualifications

3rd level Digital Marketing / Social Media Qualification

1-2 years digital experience in a team-based environment

Skills/Competencies

• Organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure to short deadlines
• Ability to work across different teams and departments
• Pro-active approach in creating digital content
• Demonstrable experience managing Social Media Platforms
• Experience using Meta Business Suite / Ads Manager
• Strong communication, relationship management and support skills

Other Requirements

• Self-starter
• Team worker
• Relationship-builder
• A highly motivated and enthusiastic individual

Key Relationships

Internal: Reports to Communications & Relationship Manager; liaises with Advocacy & Public Affairs, Fundraising, Operations, Advocates, and volunteers. External: Ambassadors, ASI clients and families, PR/marketing/web companies.

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