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.</p>
Reporting to the Communications, Marketing & Digital Engagement Manager (or nominated deputy), the successful candidate will:</p>
• 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</p>
• 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</p>
• Research, develop and implement a plan for the Gallery’s Irish language website</p>
• 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)</p>
• Ensure the Gallery complies with content and advertising requirements under Section 10( A) of the Official Languages Act 2021</p>
• 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</p>
• Prepare and publish accessible content and documents</p>
• 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</p>
• Publicise the Gallery’s programmes – including up to ten exhibitions per year – via media and digital platforms</p>
• Devise and execute tailored press releases and pitches aimed at a range of Irish language media outlets</p>
• Manage and maintain relationships with journalists and stakeholders including responding to media queries</p>
• Coordinate and supervise communications and marketing activities such as press previews, photo-calls, filming and the production of video content</p>
• Assume other duties appropriate to the post as assigned by line management</p>
The successful candidate will have:</h2>
• A third-level qualification</p>
• Gaeilge líofa (spoken and written)</p>
• Knowledge of the Official Languages Act 2021</p>
• Previous experience working in Communications or a similar field</p>
• Experience working in a dual language or Gaeilge role</p>
• A knowledge of the media landscape in Ireland</p>
• A knowledge of digital platforms, software and programmes such as Mailchimp, Drupal, X, Instagram, Facebook, You Tube, Photoshop</p>
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – both written and verbal with the ability to create effective, clear and interesting external and internal communications campaigns</p>
• An awareness of current trends and developments in communications, digital communications and within the cultural sector</p>
• Organisation, administration and time management skills, with an ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy</p>
• Advanced IT skills ( Microsoft Office) and previous experience working with web content management systems and developing web content for cultural organisations</p>
• An enthusiasm and interest for working at the Gallery and the cultural field and a willingness to contribute to a positive working environment</p>
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.</p>
Conditions of employment</h2>
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.</p>
Citizenship Requirements</h2>
Eligible candidates must be:</p>
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</p>
2.
A citizen of the United Kingdom ( UK); or</p>
3.
A citizen of Switzerland, pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or</p>
4.
A non-EEA citizen who has a Stamp 4 permission or a Stamp 5 permission.</p>
Please note: A 50 TEU permission, which serves as a replacement for Stamp 4 EUFAM after Brexit, is considered equivalent to Stamp 4.</p>
To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer.</p>
Job Details and Application Information</h2>
Grade and Salary:</strong></p>
The salary for this position will be in accordance with the Executive Officer ( PPC) pay scale, as per the 1 March 2025 pay adjustments. €37,544.00 €39,465.00 €40,550.00 €42,667.00 €44,564.00 €46,400.00 €48,229.00 €50,019.00 €51,848.00 €53,670.00 €55,604.00 €56,900.00 €58,748.00¹ €60,610.00²</p>
• The starting salary will be at the first point on the scale, €37,544.00 per annum, or on a higher point of the scale, as appropriate to the successful candidate, if appointed from an existing public sector role (in accordance with Circular 08/2019).</p>
• Candidates should note the National Gallery of Ireland complies with Department of Public Expenditure and Reform regulations and guidelines on Public Service pay and conditions of employment.</p>
Annual Leave:</strong> The successful candidate will be entitled to 23 days of annual leave pro rata</p>
Superannuation:</strong> The successful candidate will be placed on the public sector pension scheme.</p>
Benefits: </strong> The Gallery provides staff the opportunity to participate in the tax saver and cycle to work schemes.</p>
Duration:</strong> Permanent</p>
Working hours:</strong> Full time, 5 days a week – 35 hours per week (net of breaks).
The salary scale for this position is as follows:</p>
Please note, flexibility is required and the successful candidate will be required to work occasional early mornings, late evenings and weekends.</p>