We are looking for a Communications Officer
Location: The Macro Building, 1 Green St, Dublin 7 (office-based in Dublin or hybrid)
Organisation: Irish Environmental Network (IEN)
Contract: Full-time 2-year contract (renewable conditional on funding)
Salary: €44,000-€49,000
About the Irish Environmental Network (IEN)
The IEN is a network of 34 national environmental non-governmental organisations (eNGOs)
that work to protect and enhance the environment and to place environmental issues
centre stage in Ireland and internationally. We are looking for a full-time Communications
Officer to join our small, energetic team to shape policy and advance sustainable
development principles.
Overview of the role
The purpose of this role is to support the objectives of the IEN and our advocacy arm, the
Environmental Pillar, through the management and implementation of its communications
strategy. The role also includes management of the Green News, a digital news-site
dedicated to reporting on environmental issues, putting out news stories on a regular basis,
while also looking in-depth at environmental issues.
You should have a strong background in media and communications with demonstrated
experience in relationship-building with internal and external stakeholders.
What We Offer
This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic organisation and to work with a diverse
coalition of leading Irish eNGOs. The role may office-based in Dublin or hybrid. Attending in-
person events and meetings will be expected.
Other benefits include:
● A 5% employers’ matched contribution to a company contributory pension scheme
● Generous annual leave of 25 days
● Further Education / Training opportunities
● Time off in Lieu (TOIL) policy
● Travel (bike-to-work schemes/tax saver commuter tickets)
● The IEN offices are located centrally in Dublin 7, close to lively Capel Street and only
5 minutes from the Luas
See full job description HERE. The IEN is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate
diversity and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive environment for all
employees.
To Apply:
Please send your CV and covering letter by email to: jobs@ien.ie
Deadline for applications: 5 PM Friday, 9 June 2023
