Communications Manager in the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media
From Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media
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The Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media is seeking to recruit a Communications Manager (Assistant Principal level) to work in our Communications Unit.
This role will be based in Dublin and candidates will require experience in communications management, media relations and digital media for this particular role. A panel may be established from this competition for this and for any future similar vacancies that may arise.
Reporting to the Head of Communications, the successful candidate will contribute to the strategic communications leadership within the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, will provide senior level communications advice and inputs to the work of Divisions, and will help manage the day-to-day running of the communications team. Applicants wishing to be considered for appointment to this role will be required to demonstrate their capability of working through both English and Irish on a day-to-day basis, both written and spoken.
This role will involve the following: managing departmental communications to ensure aligned messaging across all Divisions, with media and digital audiences, and across Government; developing detailed communication plans and managing a team to execute these to optimum effect; managing and responding to incoming media queries; developing and managing internal communications strategies within the department.
Candidates’ standard of Irish will be assessed by way of a short written examination during the selection process, and in the interview itself.
Please note: Written exam will be set at B2 TEG level with a minimum required pass mark for candidates participating in this competition.
Fully participate in small senior communications management team to:
Applicants should submit a completed application form to personnel@tcagsm.gov.ie by 5pm on Thursday, 10 November 2022.
Please download the attached information booklet for information on eligibility and requirements.
To apply for the position of Communications Manager (Assistant Principal) please download and complete the attached application form and email it to personnel@tcagsm.gov.ie by 5pm on Thursday, 10 November 2022.
Please see the attached privacy statement regarding personal data provided in connection with this competition.