Job description and how to apply

Post
Digital Communications Assistant
Location
Employment Type
Closing Date:
Interview Date:
Christchurch Square, Dublin 8
Fulltime (37 hrs) & 2 Year Fixed Term
contract.
€20,868 - €37,340 lsi
Lorna Lee on 01 4530355
recruitment@barnardos.ie
Lorna Lee
HR Department
Barnardos
4 Christchurch Square
Dublin 8
5pm Wednesday 11th March 2015
Thursday and Friday 19th & 20th March 2015
Experience Required:
Qualifications and skills Required:
Minimum of one year direct relevant
experience essential.
Some experience with website maintenance
highly desirable.
Relevant third level qualification in
multimedia or digital marketing desirable but
not essential.
Ability to write well and under pressure.
Basic HTML and CSS
Ability to create good quality graphics
Salary
Contact details
To apply, e-mail application to:
Postal address for applications:
Good project and time management.
Application Procedure
Applicants must complete the Application Form and email it to the contact person listed above or
complete it and post it to the postal address above before the closing date.
Shortlisting will apply
nd
Candidates who are moved to the 2 stage of our recruitment process are required to complete a
medical questionnaire and a Garda Vetting Form. References will be taken up at this stage.
Note to Applicants
Persons who have availed of the 2010 Voluntary Early Retirement, 2010 Voluntary Redundancy or
the previous Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement from the Department of Health are not eligible
for employment in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. Where Voluntary Redundancy
was availed of this prohibition will last for a period of 7 years. These prohibitions also apply in relation
to a Contract for Service with Barnardos.
Applicants should confirm what terms are applicable to them in their own circumstances
Information Note - Digital Communications Assistant
Department:
Communications
Address/Location:
Barnardos National Office, Christchurch Square, Dublin 8
What is Barnardos?
Barnardos supports children whose well -being is under threat, by working with them, their
families and communities and by campaigning for the rights of children. Barnardos was
established in Ireland in 1962 and is Ireland’s leading Children’s Charity.
What does the Communications Team do?
The Communications team works with all teams across Barnardos to co-ordinate all external
communications – media, digital and campaigns. We manage Barnardos Press Office, PR
and media relations. We are Barnardos voice online. We work to build Barnardos brand and
increase awareness and understanding of Barnardos work with children and families.
What is our overall aim?
We aim to increase understanding and awareness of Barnardos work with children and
families, to engage and grow support for Barnardos fundraising and advocacy activities and
to maintain and protect Barnardos good reputation.
What will the Digital Communcations Assistant do?
Supporting the Communications team with the updating and development of
www.barnardos.ie. Supporting the Online Executive with digital communications and
campaigns, including content creation in line with brand standards,testing, moderation, and
reporting.
Who are we?
The team consists of a Communications Manager, a Communications Executive and an
Online Executive.
Where can I find out more?
www.barnardos.ie
Job Description
Post:
Digital Communications Assistant
Location:
Christchurch Square, Dublin 8
Responsible to:
Communications Manager
Works with:
Barnardos Online Executive, the Communications team and interacts
with all other departments across Barnardos
Job purpose
Supporting the Communications team with the updating and development of
www.barnardos.ie. Supporting the Online Executive with digital communications and
campaigns, including content creation in line with brand standards,testing, moderation, and
reporting.
Core job requirements
The Digital Communications Assistant role will support the Online Executive with:
 www.barnardos.ie
 Updating the Barnardos website to support other teams
 Testing, measuring and reporting for continuous improvement
 Monitoring Adword campaigns to drive increased traffic to www.barnardos.ie
 Digital campaigns and communications
 Developing digital copy to promote Barnardos work and campaigns
 Developing suites of rich materials for campaigns, both online and print
 Co-authoring email marketing and supporting other teams
 Social Media
 Co-ordinating and publishing social media updates
 Monitoring online conversations relevant to Barnardos
 The voice of Barnardos in social media in support of the Online Executive
 Support with specific digital communication projects
 Any other duties from time to time
Requirements of all Barnardos staff
 Commitment to the purpose of Barnardos and to work within the values, policies and
procedures of the organisation and in the context of current legislation and regulations.
 To participate in regular supervision with your line manager.
 To actively participate in team and staff meetings and service reviews/evaluations and to
contribute to the development of policy and practice with your area of work and within
Barnardos as a whole.
 To report any area of concern to your line manager in a timely manner.
 To show reasonable flexibility in relation to hours of attendance to meet the needs of the
work. Work during unsocial hours may be required.
 Have a flexible approach to the work in response to organisational change, development
and review of best practice.
 Participate in and engage with a performance management programme.
 Identify training needs with your line manager and participate in training opportunities
appropriate to the role.
 To be vigilant to any Health, Safety and Welfare risks in the workplace and bring any
concerns to the attention of your line manager or Health & Safety Officer.
 To participate in the efficient flow of information within the organisation by sharing and
seeking information as appropriate.
 To undertake other duties as may be requested by the line manager from time to time.
 To undertake your work in a manner that is friendly, flexible and informal.
Note: This Job Description will be reviewed and updated in line with the needs of the work.
Digital Communications Assistant:
Person Specification
Personal attributes
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Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
High professional standards.
Awareness of confidentiality and the ability to deal with sensitive issues.
Teamwork essential and the ability to work in collaboration with others.
Ability to work on own initiative and to consult where appropriate.
Ability to prioritise competing demands.
Ability to work to deadlines and in a pressurised environment.
Strong organisational skills required.
Creativity and enthusiasm and a positive, friendly attitude.
Flexibility and adaptability in terms of tasks and time is essential for this post.
Interest in media, marketing and/or communications an advantage.
Experience
Minimum of one year direct relevant experience essential.
Some experience with website maintenance highly desirable.
Qualifications and skills
Relevant third level qualification in multimedia or digital marketing desirable but not
essential.
Ability to write well and under pressure.
Basic HTML and CSS
Ability to create good quality graphics
Good project and time management.