DUBLIN CENTRAL
PARLIAMENTARY ASSISTANT (FULL-TIME)
JOB DETAILS:?
Deputy Gary Gannon is seeking to recruit a full-time Parliamentary
Assistant (PA) to support him in his work in Dublin Central. The
Parliamentary Assistant will work closely with the Secretarial
Assistant as well as other members of the party, to provide an
exemplary service to Gary?s constituents and to support Gary?s
parliamentary work.
The potential candidate would ideally have previous experience within
a relevant policy/research/communications role. The role will
primarily be based between Leinster House and the constituency office
in Dublin 7, with some remote working options available.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Being the primary support on all legislative, political, and
administrative matters.
* Regularly liaising with the media, State agencies, local
government, and community organisations.
* Researching legislative and policy issues as required.
* Analysing, evaluating, and interpreting data to ensure Gary is
accurately informed on key issues.
* Drafting speeches on legislation, press releases, parliamentary
questions etc.
* Managing Gary?s social media channels, developing and updating
relevant content and maintaining online engagement.
* Efficiently handling constituency queries via different channels
(e-mail, phone, letter, social media) with the support of the
Secretarial Assistant.
* Developing literature on issues of both national and local
importance.
* Planning and organising constituency events.
* Any other ad hoc duties as required.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
* A relevant third-level qualification.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Experience with conducting research.
* Excellent ICT skills with proficiency in managing websites and
social media.
* Knowledge and understanding of the Irish political system, the
workings of political parties and the Irish electoral system.
* An alignment with, and commitment to, the mission and values of
the Social Democrats.
* An understanding of public policy and legislation.
* An independent and creative thinker.
* Ability to work well both independently and within a team.
* Comfortable working within tight deadlines, and in a changing
environment.
* Flexibility with working hours as constituency business frequently
involves evening and weekend events.
SALARY:??**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website** ?
?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website** (dependent on
experience).
Pay scales are set out by the Houses of Oireachtas, not the individual
TD. Overtime is available.
It is important to note on applying for this position that the PA
contract is subject to end when an election is called.
APPLICATION DETAILS:?
Please e-mail a letter of application along with a CV to **Apply on
the website** by?FRIDAY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH JULY **APPLY ON
THE WEBSITE** AT 5PM.
GARY GANNON TD IS RECRUITING A FULL-TIME PARLIAMENTARY ASSISTANT ?
DUBLIN CENTRAL
PARLIAMENTARY ASSISTANT (FULL-TIME)
JOB DETAILS:?
Deputy Gary Gannon is seeking to recruit a full-time Parliamentary
Assistant (PA) to support him in his work in Dublin Central. The
Parliamentary Assistant will work closely with the Secretarial
Assistant as well as other members of the party, to provide an
exemplary service to Gary?s constituents and to support Gary?s
parliamentary work.
The potential candidate would ideally have previous experience within
a relevant policy/research/communications role. The role will
primarily be based between Leinster House and the constituency office
in Dublin 7, with some remote working options available.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Being the primary support on all legislative, political, and
administrative matters.
* Regularly liaising with the media, State agencies, local
government, and community organisations.
* Researching legislative and policy issues as required.
* Analysing, evaluating, and interpreting data to ensure Gary is
accurately informed on key issues.
* Drafting speeches on legislation, press releases, parliamentary
questions etc.
* Managing Gary?s social media channels, developing and updating
relevant content and maintaining online engagement.
* Efficiently handling constituency queries via different channels
(e-mail, phone, letter, social media) with the support of the
Secretarial Assistant.
* Developing literature on issues of both national and local
importance.
* Planning and organising constituency events.
* Any other ad hoc duties as required.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
* A relevant third-level qualification.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Experience with conducting research.
* Excellent ICT skills with proficiency in managing websites and
social media.
* Knowledge and understanding of the Irish political system, the
workings of political parties and the Irish electoral system.
* An alignment with, and commitment to, the mission and values of
the Social Democrats.
* An understanding of public policy and legislation.
* An independent and creative thinker.
* Ability to work well both independently and within a team.
* Comfortable working within tight deadlines, and in a changing
environment.
* Flexibility with working hours as constituency business frequently
involves evening and weekend events.
SALARY:??**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website** ?
?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website** (dependent on
experience).
Pay scales are set out by the Houses of Oireachtas, not the individual
TD. Overtime is available.
It is important to note on applying for this position that the PA
contract is subject to end when an election is called.
APPLICATION DETAILS:?
Please e-mail a letter of application along with a CV to **Apply on
the website** by?FRIDAY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH JULY **APPLY ON
THE WEBSITE** AT 5PM.
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