MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (NORTHERN IRELAND)

Job Description:
Job Title: Marketing and Communications Officer (Northern Ireland)
Department: Northern Ireland
Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland. The position will be based in Northern Ireland (Belfast) but occasional travel throughout Ireland and Great Britain will be necessary. Work outside of normal hours will be required from time to time.
Reports To: Head of Northern Ireland (dotted line to Marketing and Communications Manager).
Job Type: Full-time, permanent. Flexibility considered for a reduced-hours arrangement (e.g. a 3- or 4-day week), with adjustments to salary and holiday entitlement proportionate to hours worked.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong Communication Skills: Able to articulate complex ideas and campaign concepts to diverse audiences.
• Customer-focused: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with affiliate credit unions and drive and campaign participation.
• Collaboration: Willingness to work cross-functionally and contribute to the broader team and credit unions. Flexibility and motivation essential.
• Project Management: Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously, from inception through delivery.
• Creative Content Development: Skilled in developing and reviewing marketing and PR content.
• Optimism: Maintains a positive and forward-thinking mindset, fostering motivation, resilience, and constructive engagement in the face of challenges. Encourages a culture of possibility and continuous improvement through consistent and professional interactions.
• Research and Analytical Abilities: Able to interpret research findings and provide strategic recommendations.
• Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail, especially in campaign personalisation and resource allocation.
• Crisis Management: Experience in creating and implementing crisis communications and strategy.
• Event Management: Proficient in organising and leading events to support strategic goals.

JOB PURPOSE

The Marketing and Communications Officer (NI) will oversee the planning, development, and execution of marketing, PR, and research initiatives to support credit unions throughout Northern Ireland. This role requires a marketing professional with experience in campaign management, engagement, content creation, public relations, and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will help drive credit union participation in national campaigns, manage key projects and help enhance the public profile of credit unions in Northern Ireland.