MEMBERSHIP AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
INTRODUCTION TO NPC
National Parents Council (NPC) is the representative organisation for
parents of children in education. NPC was established in **Apply on
the website**, under the Programme for Government, as the
representative organisation for parents of children attending primary
school. It received statutory recognition in the Education Act **Apply
on the website**.
NPC exists to ensure that all parents are supported and empowered to
become effective partners in their children’s education. NPC works
to increase the capacity and capability of the education sector, to
achieve true partnership and deliver better outcomes for all children.
NPC now wishes to recruit a MEMBERSHIP AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER who
will be responsible for developing a strategy to grow and expand the
NPC Parents’ Association membership throughout Ireland, you will
achieve this by maximising NPC’s use of social media, podcasts and
our website to create tangible opportunities.
Your PR experience will allow you to highlight and raise awareness of
how NPC interacts with parents of early years, primary and post
primary school children across Ireland, supporting their participation
in their children’s learning.
Engaging with key stakeholders will be a feature of the Membership and
Communications Officer’s role, along with the review of our website
and NPC ‘s social media presence.
The role will include the promotion of NPC’s events, seminars,
webinars, surveys, conferences, training and providing relevant
communications, support and services to the NPC Team.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
The salary for this role is € *,**Apply on the
website** per annum
Hours: * hours a week (flexibility is required:
some weekend and evening work will be a feature of this employment)
Reporting to the Advocacy Services Manager
Place of work: Dublin City Centre location.
The contract is for a three-year fixed term with a nine-month
probationary period.
ROLE:
* Produce effective written and visual content for email, social
media channels and marketing promotions. Working with relevant
colleagues, ensure that social media platforms are effectively used,
managed and maintained.
* Develop and coordinate digital advertising campaigns
* Assist with the conceptualisation and implementation of
innovative, high impact events
* Produce statistical analysis on social media & website usage and
from Salesforce CRM, to colleagues, for various programme reporting
* Provide marketing & design supports to the strategic working
groups, as required.
EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL:
* At least 3 years’ experience in social media platforms /
operations, marketing, public relations, communications, or in-house
role, ideally in a non-profit organisation
* Experience in developing and implementing online content creation,
marketing strategies and promotion campaigns
* Experience in developing and implementing Podcasts, social media,
email and marketing campaigns
* Experience in event management / marketing both physical and
online
* Excellent copywriting and video editing skills
* A proven track record of running a successful social media
presence
* A proven track record in creating high-impact content for digital
platforms.
DESIRABLE:
* Experience of the Irish early years, primary and post primary
education system
* A working knowledge of child protection legislation and its
implementation in practice
* Website development
* Using Canva for designing report submissions and official
communications.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
THE INDIVIDUAL SHOULD BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING
COMPETENCIES:
COMMUNICATIONS
Communicates effectively with individuals and groups. Communicates
NPC’s vision and mission in a persuasive manner.
INTERPERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS
Shows empathy and understanding when dealing with others, utilising
tact and diplomacy at all times. Treats others with respect. Works
well with a wide range of people from different backgrounds both
within and outside the organisation and builds rapport by listening to
and understanding their viewpoints.
PLANNING & MANAGING RESOURCES
Plans and organises people and other resources, prioritising as
required, to meet goals, targets or objectives within agreed
timeframes. Monitors progress and reviews plans where necessary.
Identifies potential problems and develops contingencies. Plans and
organises own work effectively.
ANALYSIS/PROBLEM SOLVING
Sources and accurately gathers all relevant information. Conducts an
in-depth review, considering issues thoroughly. Draws conclusions
backed up by available evidence and makes appropriate recommendations.
Handles and manipulates numerical information with accuracy and
attention to detail.
DECISION-MAKING/JUDGMENT
Evaluates information available before making decisions, weighing up
the pros and cons of various options or courses of action. Is aware of
the wider implications of proposed decisions and recognises when it is
appropriate to consult others. Follows through on decisions made,
taking responsibility where appropriate.
TEAM WORKING
Works collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals.
Participates fully, sharing knowledge, ideas and expertise. Shows an
appreciation for other people’s positions and values their input.
Willingly takes on additional responsibility to achieve team
objectives. Has a positive attitude, is a constructive team player.
Shows a willingness to learn from others.
COMMITMENT TO QUALITY RESULTS
Takes ownership of tasks and is determined to see them through to
satisfactory conclusions. Takes all necessary measures to ensure work
is completed to a high standard and within agreed timeframes at all
times, even when it involves routine or mundane tasks. Monitors and
checks work for accuracy and ensures guidelines and procedures are
followed. Reliable and dependable, can work on own initiative.
CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUS
Is aware of the service delivery requirements of the organisation and
the varying needs of his/her customers or clients. Deals with
customers / clients in a professional and courteous manner, showing
diplomacy and tact, particularly in difficult situations.
SELF-AWARENESS & DEVELOPMENT
Reviews own performance regularly and is committed to developing own
skills and knowledge base and applying this learning on a regular
basis. Keen to learn new skills, systems and processes.
FLEXIBILITY & CHANGE ORIENTATION
Is flexible in his/her approach, open to change in work practices and
adapts readily to recommendations for change. Involves others in and
implements change initiatives. Able to deal with changing demands and
different situations / circumstances.
INITIATIVE
Actively suggests improvements within area of responsibility. Can work
without excessive guidance or support yet knows when the involvement
of others is appropriate.
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/KNOW-HOW
Has the practical, specialised or technical knowledge required to meet
the goals and objectives of the role to the highest standards. Has
knowledge or expertise such that others would rely on and have
confidence in it.
TO APPLY:
Applications should be in the form of a letter of application and CV
(max 2 pages), and be emailed to * with
“MEMBERSHIP AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER” in the subject line or by
post marked CONFIDENTIAL to Rob Walpole, Deputy CEO, National Parents
Council Primary, * Marlborough Court,
Marlborough Street, Dublin 1, D * XP**Apply on
the website** by close of business on WEDNESDAY THE **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**TH OF APRIL **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**.
NATIONAL PARENTS COUNCIL PRIMARY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
