COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

Avista•Limerick, PA

3d•$52,757 - $63,110•Hybrid

About The Position

Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. This is a specific purpose contract for 12 months, working 35 hours per week.

Requirements

3rd level qualification in relevant field e.g. Journalism, Communications, PR.
2+ years’ experience in a communications role, ideally within the public or not-for-profit sector.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to tailor messages to different audiences and platforms.
Experience managing social media platforms and digital content creation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic design/editing tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar).
Experience in Event management and planning.
Full clean manual Irish driving licence and access to own vehicle.
Proficiency in the English language.
Level 1 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate ability to collaborate with numerous stakeholders.
Demonstrate creativity and innovation in developing communication strategies and content.
Experience with project management of inter-departmental projects, campaigns and events.
Be a highly motivated individual with the ability to work on own initiative and the capacity to manage change.