Communications Officer

2 days ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland The Arts Council An Chomhairle Ealaíon Full time
Overview
  • Position: Communications Officer - Content
  • Grade: Executive Officer (EO)
  • Whole time equivalent: Full-time (35 hours per week)
  • Reports to: Digital Marketing Manager
  • Duration: 24 months fixed term
  • Role closing date: 12 noon, Wednesday 17th September, 2025

The Arts Council is the Irish Government's agency for developing, supporting and promoting the arts in Ireland. We work in partnership with artists, arts organisations, public policy makers and others to build a central place for the arts in Irish life. An exciting opportunity has arisen in our communications department.

The Arts Council is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and talented Communications Officer – content, to work within our fast-paced communications team. The team delivers on all aspects of corporate communications and this role will contribute to the successful delivery of workplans across the team. The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to be part of a highly motivated, proactive team in a dynamic public sector body.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop relevant, accurate and engaging content for use on the Arts Council's internal and external communications channels
  • Attend Arts Council and third-party events to capture images and video for use on the Arts Council's internal and external communications channels
  • Edit and repurpose content, using video and image-editing software, including Canva, Adobe Creative Suite
  • Act as a liaison with the organisation's contracted graphic designers to support the timely delivery of content for internal and external communications channels
  • Liaise with relevant service providers as required, i.e. photographers and videographers
  • Apply best practice principles for Plain English and accessibility on all content, including text, images, graphics, videos and artwork
  • Provide monthly analytics and analysis of content performance to guide development of future content
  • Apply Arts Council branding in line with brand guidelines
  • Provide colleagues with communications support and guidance, as required
  • Work within the Communications team to deliver high-end impactful internal and external campaigns, communicating the work of the Arts Council
  • Assist communications managers and director to implement communications strategies
  • Publish, schedule and amend content on the Arts Council's internal and external channels, including the website, social media platforms and newsletters, as required
  • Additional communications and public relations activities as needed

Note: Arts Council roles and responsibilities are subject to change as per on-going and future organisational requirements and developments. Other duties appropriate to the grade that may be assigned from time to time.

Skills, Knowledge and Experiences

Essential

  • Professional qualification/s in relevant areas
  • Prior experience in communications / public relations in an organisational or agency setting
  • Current knowledge of best practice in communications / public relations
  • Proven excellent writing skills
  • Demonstrable ability to write and create content from an 'audience first' perspective
  • Excellent communication skills and a creative thinker
  • Excellent administrative and organisational skills
  • Excellent ICT skills
  • Ability to work well in a team environment and be self-motivated
  • A commitment to high standards of public service
  • Commitment to quality, sense of urgency, and ability to thrive in a reactive environment
  • Flexibility
  • A creative approach to problem solving

Desirable

  • A relevant third level qualification in communications or related field
  • The ability to communicate through the Irish language, both verbal and written
  • Knowledge of the arts and/or public sector

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