Director Of Advocacy Job In Dublin

Director of Advocacy & Communications: Lead role for advocacy and communications at Chime, Ireland's National Charity for Deaf or Hard of Hearing people.

Chime operates a nationwide network of Resource Centres providing community-based services, including residential and children's services. Their aim is to positively impact clients' lives through advice, information, care services, and assistive technology.

As a member of the senior management team, the Director of Advocacy & Communications will provide strategic and operational leadership to contribute to the overall success of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage campaigns to build awareness of Chime and the issues affecting the people we support.
• Influence policy makers to further the goals of the organisation in supporting people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
• Represent the organisation on relevant committees, coalitions, and working groups to enhance the organisation's profile.
• Advance public policy and public affairs objectives by developing and maintaining contacts with politicians and the political system.
• Develop and manage Advocacy operations, including budgets, resources, annual plans, and events.
• Influence and provide strategic advice to decision-makers and policymakers.
• Produce policy briefing papers, policy position statements, and manage public communications.
• Lead the organisation's overall Brand development and marketing strategy.
• Act as the lead media spokesperson and liaise with PR and media organisations.

Experience/Requirements:

• Relevant university degree or college diploma.
• 3 to 5 years experience in a similar role with an Advocacy track record.
• Demonstrable experience in achieving success across public affairs, campaigns, and policy change.
• Senior professional/executive experience to operate at SMT level and engage/present to key stakeholders.
• Experience in lobbying and campaigning for positive change in society.
• Strong communications and media skills, with expertise in communication and negotiation skills.

Desirable Requirements:

• Marketing and people manager experience.
• Experience and knowledge of marketing strategies and tactics, budget management, and brand development.
• A high level of fluency in ISL or acquiring a high level of fluency in ISL.