Senior Press Officer, Communications Division

The role

The Senior Press Officer will be responsible for the press office with on-call 24/7 duties to be shared with the communications team. They will also be responsible for improving internal and external communications, and for generating positive media coverage. He/she will also be responsible for developing improved communication channels and providing quality information to key internal & external stakeholders. He/she will work across the Communications teams in the implementation of agreed projects. and will work with communications partners in the HSE, Community and Department of Healt

The person

Candidates must on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office:

• An appropriate 3rd level qualification (at least Quality & Qualifications Ireland Leve 8 or equivalent)

• Significant experience in a senior communications role in a large complex environment, encompassing some or all of the following; media relations, corporate communications, public affairs both local and National, public relations, public information campaigns or digital media.

• Experience working in a press office or similar fast-paced media led environment.

• Proven track record of engaging effectively with a range of audiences, and managing a broad cross section of internal clients and competing demands.

Informal enquiries:

Ms Caroline Kohn, General Manager Communications & Information Governance, HSE Dublin and South East

Tel. 087 3297518 | Email: ckohn@iehg.ie

HR Point of Contact:

Shannon Tevlin, Recruitment Officer | HSE Dublin and South East Phone: 0877808550 | Email: Shannon.tevlin@hse.ie

Application Process:

***CV's will NOT be accepted***

Closing date: Thursday 28th November 2024 @ 5pm

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