Are you an experienced Press Officer with a strong understanding of Ireland's media landscape?

Ready to help create positive change in children's lives?

The Organisation

Early Childhood Ireland is the leading children's advocacy and membership organisation. We work in partnership with our members to achieve quality experiences for every child in Early Years and School Age care settings. We advocate for an effective and inclusive Early Years and School Age care system which values, supports, and invests in childhood, children and services.

The Role

This role is a key part of the Policy, Advocacy and Campaigning team, helping to strengthen Early Childhood Ireland's voice for young children, settings, and the Early Years and School Age Care system. The Press Officer will raise the organisation's national media profile by delivering the agreed media plan, identifying opportunities to increase awareness of the value of high-quality Early Years and School Age Care, and showcasing child-centred practice in our members settings.

Who you are:

An experienced Press officer, with a specific and evidenced focus on media relations and a 3^rd level qualification in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or similar

Ability to take initiative and potential to provide leadership when needed

A communicator, organiser, and team player—bring your best to every task!

Passionate about change? Ready to work to make a difference for children and society.

Salary and Key Benefits:

A salary in the range €38,315 to €45,159 is offered. The agreed salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This is a full-time post reporting to the Media Manager.  The contract is permanent subject to funding, and the probationary period is six months.

Early Childhood Ireland offers a contributory pension, generous paid leave, and support for career development through educational assistance, professional fees, and training opportunities. We are committed to investing in our people and culture so we can deliver our strategic plan while remaining a great place to work. Our blended working model offers flexibility and opportunities for employees to learn, grow, and thrive.

Contact/application and requirements information:

For the full job description and details on how to apply https://www.earlychildhoodireland.ie/job/press-officer-national/

Early Childhood Ireland strives to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. If you require any accommodations, please let us know by emailing recruitment@earlychildhoodireland.ie

Early Childhood Ireland believes the protection and welfare of all children is of paramount importance and is committed to implementing robust safeguarding procedures throughout the recruitment process. The organisation is aligned to Children First National Guidance 2017, Children First Act 2015 and the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Act, 2012 in all aspects of work.

We do not require the support of recruitment agencies at this time.