Communications Coordinator (Dual Language) at National Gallery of Ireland
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 25

Salary

37544.0

Posted On

03 Jul, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Stamp, European Union, Norway

Industry

Marketing/Advertising/Sales

Description

The Gallery wishes to recruit a Communications Coordinator (Dual Language) as part of the Communications, Marketing & Digital Engagement team (CMDE). The purpose of this role is to coordinate and deliver external and internal communications campaigns for the Gallery, its programming and its staff, with a focus on communication in the Irish and English.

Reporting to the Communications, Marketing & Digital Engagement Manager (or nominated deputy), the successful candidate will:

  • Work with the CMDE team to devise and coordinate the Gallery’s communications plan, including but not limited to Irish language content for communications, marketing and digital engagement purposes
  • Coordinate the development of Irish language content for the CMDE team and Gallery by providing Irish translations, sourcing, reviewing and editing Irish translations prior to publishing
  • Research, develop and implement a plan for the Gallery’s Irish language website
  • Produce engaging and effective dual-language (Irish and English) copy for use in internal and external communications (e.g. press releases, pitches, press invites and materials, website content, social media content, corporate reports, intranet and advertising)
  • Ensure the Gallery complies with content and advertising requirements under Section 10(A) of the Official Languages Act 2021
  • Collaborate with other Gallery teams to develop a planned approach to translating and editing Gallery documents and reporting on our communications activities in the Irish language
  • Prepare and publish accessible content and documents
  • Work with relevant Gallery teams and website/platform owners (e.g., Publications & Images, Library & Archive, Education, HR, Retail and Ticket Sales) to enhance dual language use on the Gallery’s sub-domains
  • Publicise the Gallery’s programmes – including up to ten exhibitions per year – via media and digital platforms
  • Devise and execute tailored press releases and pitches aimed at a range of Irish language media outlets
  • Manage and maintain relationships with journalists and stakeholders including responding to media queries
  • Coordinate and supervise communications and marketing activities such as press previews, photo-calls, filming and the production of video content
  • Assume other duties appropriate to the post as assigned by line management

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

  • A third-level qualification
  • Gaeilge líofa (spoken and written)
  • Knowledge of the Official Languages Act 2021
  • Previous experience working in Communications or a similar field
  • Experience working in a dual language or Gaeilge role
  • A knowledge of the media landscape in Ireland
  • A knowledge of digital platforms, software and programmes such as Mailchimp, Drupal, X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Photoshop
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – both written and verbal with the ability to create effective, clear and interesting external and internal communications campaigns
  • An awareness of current trends and developments in communications, digital communications and within the cultural sector
  • Organisation, administration and time management skills, with an ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy
  • Advanced IT skills (Microsoft Office) and previous experience working with web content management systems and developing web content for cultural organisations
  • An enthusiasm and interest for working at the Gallery and the cultural field and a willingness to contribute to a positive working environment
    Note: This job description is a guide to broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. The job description may be subject to review in the view of new structures and / or the changing needs of the Gallery. All employees are required to be compliant with Gallery screening, security and Garda vetting procedures.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

This job description is a guide to broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. This may be subject to review in view of new structures and/or the changing needs of the Gallery. All employees are required to be compliant with NGI screening and Garda Vetting procedures. The post will be subject to a satisfactory medical check and successful completion of a successful probationary period. Applicants must be fluent in English and be eligible to work in Ireland.

CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS

Eligible candidates must be:
1. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or
2. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or
3. A citizen of Switzerland, pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or
4. A non-EEA citizen who has a Stamp 4 permission or a Stamp 5 permission.
Please note: A 50 TEU permission, which serves as a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is considered equivalent to Stamp 4.
To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer.

Responsibilities

Please refer the Job description for details

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