Grade 6 - Communications Officer (AHBRA-CO25)

Full-Time

Hybrid

Dublin City, County Dublin, Ireland

Job Details

Title:                    Communications Officer
Employer:            The Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority
Salary Scale:       €56,754 to €69,337
Level:                  Senior Staff Officer (Grade 6)
Location:              Dublin City Centre (Blended Working)
Closing date:       10th April 2025 at 12 noon

JOB SPECIFICATION

The G6 Communications Officer will play a crucial role in transforming regulatory information into engaging content suitable for a broad audience, managing media relations, and supporting AHBRA’s overall communication strategy.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, creative and results-driven professional, with excellent writing skills and a strong understanding of regulatory environments.

This role provides an opportunity for significant growth for individuals wishing to expand their knowledge, skills and expertise. It offers a dynamic environment where continuous learning and professional development are encouraged. Individuals will have the chance to engage with diverse challenges, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to impactful projects in a vital sector.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Review complex and technical material and distil it into concise, easily understood communications outputs including educational stakeholder communications, briefing documents, executive summaries and website updates. Ensure that all content is accurate, compliant with regulations, and maintains AHBRA's standards.
  • Support the planning and implementation of a calendar of proactive topics to increase understanding of the AHB sector as well as AHBRA’s role and regulatory standards.
  • Manage AHBRA’s brand, act as a brand ambassador and lead colleagues to produce digital collateral which helps to build AHBRA’s brand and deliver against objectives.
  • Develop AHBRA’s social media profile through appropriate media channels.
  • Oversee the quality and content of AHBRA’s website.
  • Be the key internal point of contact for media inquiries, ensuring accurate and timely responses are issued via an outsourced provider.
  • Support the senior leadership team to prepare for media, hi-visibility engagements and conference representation.
  • Contribute to the development and achievement of the AHBRA’s strategic goals and divisional objectives, participating in cross-divisional projects as required.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
  • A third level qualification (at Level 8) in degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field with three years’ of relevant experience.
  • Candidates must have unconditional authorisation to live and work in Ireland. 
 Skills and Experience
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory content and the ability to translate it for a general audience.
  • Proficiency in using content management systems (CMS) and web analytics tools.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, PR firms and other external partners.
  • Proactive, with the ability to take initiative and work independently.
  • Creative thinker with a problem-solving mindset.
How to Apply
  • Complete the application form in full and submit via the online application portal Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority (https://www.ahbrajobs.com/) by 10 April 2025 at 12 noon.
  • Candidates can access and download the application form via https://www.ahbrajobs.com/
  • Any queries should be directed to ahbrajobs@sigmar.ie