The Coeliac Society of Ireland is looking for a Communications Officer with 2 years experience

to join the existing dynamic team and assist in the efficient running of the charity, which provides information, support and awareness to Coeliacs throughout Ireland.

Communications Officer Role, Maternity Contract

Located: Carmichael Centre, Dublin 7.
Hours: 9.00am and 5.30pm daily, Monday to Friday.
Duration: 6 month contract to cover maternity leave likely to be extended.
Location: Carmichael House, 4 North Brunswick Street, Dublin 7
Holidays: 22 days per annum pro-rata
Salary: €26k+ per annum dependant on experience
Reporting to: Staff Nominee & Management Committee
Qualifications: Irish leaving Certificate or equivalent, ECDL or equivalent.

Job Description

Duties:The role mainly involves working with the Management Committee and staff to develop the organisation’s communication profile, to prepare the society newsletter and to manage internal and external communications. Among the duties include the following:

• Preparation of ‘Coeliac Ireland’, the Coeliac Society Newsletter
• Preparation of occasional press releases and dealing with the media on issues
• relating to Coeliacs though radio, press and TV participation as required
• Liaising with manufacturer's for PR and attendance at events
• Seek PR opportunities for the Coeliac Society, including promotion of Coeliac
• Disease across all media
• Identify opportunities for fund raising
• Managing and monitoring website forum, social media and other content
• Office Administration
• Dealing with matters arising from Management Committee meetings

Skills

Essential skills include excellent interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, previous public relations experience, good organisational and administration skills, strong computer skills, willingness to learn and the ability to work on own initiative and within a team.

Desirable skills include knowledge of the Coeliac Condition, newsletter production experience, public relation or marketing qualification, experience in the voluntary sector and a relevant computer qualification.

The Coeliac Society is an equal opportunities employer. The suitable candidate will report directly to the Management Committee and must be competent in the English Language.

Applications

Applications shall be in the form of a letter of application / cover letter and CV (max 4 pages). It should be submitted by email (preferred) to gerry.flaherty@iol.ie with “Communications Officer Application” in the subject line. The letter of application / cover letter must clearly outline why the candidate is suitable for the position and how they meet the required skills.

Closing Date

Sunday, 13th June 2010 at 5pm.