Communications Officer required for Maternity cover in the prestigious Ireland and U.S.A. Fulbright educational exchange Commission. The program liaises with Irish and U.S. education Institutions, the U.S. Embassy. U.S. State Dept. and the Irish Dept. of Foreign Affairs.

The Communications role promotes Awards in each cycle, Fulbright Awardees and Alumni achievements. Social media, newspaper articles, alumni interactions and events are at the core of the role. It offers the Officer exposure to the highest levels of academia, government and global commission partners. The Communications Officer will work directly with the Executive Director and will have the opportunity to represent the Commission.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the successful candidate must:
• Have a qualification in a relevant field and/or a minimum of three years experience in a relevant role
• Have excellent communication, administration, and interpersonal skills
• Have excellent IT skills with strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Have excellent Social Media skills with experience of managing Organisation Social Media
• Demonstrate initiative and self-direction
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, creative environment, collaborating in a small team; effectively responding to tasks and requests; and working without a support team
• Empathise with Fulbright’s purpose for Awardee promotion and Audience Focused View
• Be legally eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland
• Have fluency in English, with excellent writing and editing skills

The following duties and responsibilities are indicative, but not exhaustive. They may change over time to reflect the Commission’s changing context, priorities, and activities. Program Administration:
• Promotion of Fulbright Program, Awards & Awardees
• Organisation of key in-person events (e.g. Annual dinner, Awardee Orientations)
• Organisation of virtual events (Webinars and Online Presentations)
• Presentation at Institution Roadshows (In person & virtual)
• Management of Ambassador Program and Alumni Awards
• Day-to-day management of Commission Social Media accounts
• Day-to-day management of Commission website
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

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