Job Description
Excel Recruitment are currently recruiting a Regional Media Specialist on behalf of a semi-state body based in Dublin South. The Regional Media Specialist will join the PR Team, responsible for external communications including media, public affairs, marketing and branding, social and digital media. The Regional Media Specialist will be critical in driving delivery of results on an ambitious and innovative programme of communication for existing and new infrastructure projects, sponsorships and partnerships, and public engagement activities as well as other key strategic milestones and work. Duties Support overall delivery of the company corporate strategy and grow the reputation of the EirGrid primarily by leading on the development and execution of earned media plans for infrastructure projects and other key strategic milestones and work Identify and deliver on paid-for media opportunities in regional media - print, online and broadcast Seek opportunities and develop and deliver effective stories, campaigns and content, successfully communicating technical subject matter to non-technical audiences Assist Head of PR in developing methodologies and processes to ensure consistency of approach Work closely with the wider PR team to amplify press content on social and digital media and with key stakeholders, internally and externally Attendance of events across the country, as required, to support with communications and media Manage projects and other tasks within the PR function as required Requirements 3+ years' media/press office experience with demonstrable delivery of targets. Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience. Excellent writing, editing and communications skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong experience of the regional media landscape. Highly organised planning and time management skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to work on own initiative but be a core team player. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to persuade and influence up to senior levels within the organisation. Ability to work extended hours as required. Ability to handle confidential information responsibly. Comfortable working on high-profile and sometimes controversial issues and/or projects. Strong expertise in PowerPoint, Excel and Word In Return Full time Permanent position Hybrid work structure ( 2 days office/3 days WFH) Salary €40k-€55k DOE Pension Contribution Huge opportunities for growth and progression Should you be interested in this Regional Media Specialist position, please submit your CV via the link provided and Kayleigh will look after your application, for more jobs please visit the Excel recruitment website. Skills: Media Specialist Media Manager Media Executive Media