Communications Manager | Public Sector | Dublin 4

Communications Manager | Dublin 4 | Public Sector

The Client: Staffline Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Communications Manager for an exciting opportunity based in Dublin 4. Our client is a leading public sector organisation dedicated to delivering high-quality services and effective communication with a wide range of stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and collaborative team on a minimum 12-month contract. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and delivering strategic communications, managing internal and external messaging, and supporting stakeholder engagement across a range of high-profile initiatives.

Hours of work: 9am-5pm Monday to Friday | 35 hours per week

Length of contract: Minimum 12 months

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver internal and external communications to support programme objectives and organisational change.
• Manage media relations, including press statements, briefings, interviews, and public affairs activities.
• Coordinate stakeholder communications and build strong relationships across the organisation.
• Plan and deliver onboarding, training, and communication activities for programme teams.
• Prepare reports, briefing papers, and communication materials for senior leadership.
• Monitor media, political, and policy developments, identifying key risks and opportunities.
• Lead communications projects and ensure effective coordination of meetings, documentation, and governance.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, GDPR, and relevant legislation while supporting continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• QQI Level 8 qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a senior communications role within the health sector, construction sector, public sector or a similarly complex environment.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering communications strategies, campaigns and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Strong media relations experience, including preparing press statements, briefing materials and responding to media enquiries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce publication-standard content for a variety of audiences.
• Experience building effective relationships with senior stakeholders, public representatives and multidisciplinary teams.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Full driver's licence/access to transport and flexibility to travel and work outside normal hours when required.

In Return:

• Hourly rate in the region of €40-€45 per hour
• Weekly payroll.
• Minimum 12-month contract with the potential for extension.
• Opportunity to gain experience within a high-profile public sector organisation.
• Opportunity to apply for long-term and permanent opportunities internally.

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