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Posted in Jobs on April 3rd, 2007Sponsorship & Event Manager (Financial Services)
Purpose of the role: To promote and enhance the reputation through world class sponsorship and event management
Objectives:
- Responsibility for the sponsorship portfolio in Northern Ireland and Rep. Of Ireland
- Support the business strategy and the long term objectives of the company through sponsorship ensuring that all activity is reviewed and analysed against agreed company objectives
- Create marketing communications plans (internal and external) for the existing sponsorship portfolio including implementation of promotional activity, advertising and media, public relations and event management pertaining to each property.
- Responsibility for enhancing, updating and maintaining the sponsorship portfolio in conjunction with the Business owners and the management board
Experience required:
- Proven and successful track record of working in a dynamic industry at senior management and executive levels.
- Proven achievement record, consistently delivering results.
- Minimum five years experience in similar role
- Knowledge of communication channels and processes, including media relations, advertising and event management
- Knowledge of agency management
- Proven knowledge of Sponsorship trends in Ireland and abroad
Interested candidates can contact Ciara on 6776477 or email ciara@atlaspg.ie
Location: Dublin 2; Salary: Not Disclosed
Public Relations Manager – Volunteer work in Sierra Leone
Who are we?
VSO is an international development charity that works through volunteers. Our vision is of a world without poverty in which people work together to fulfil their potential. Instead of sending food or money, we send individuals from a wide range of professions who want the chance to make a real difference in the fight against poverty. Volunteers work in partnership with colleagues and communities to share skills and learning thus achieving positive change together. We work in 34 developing countries and are the biggest independent volunteer-sending agency in the world.
The skills of public relations professionals are currently in high demand by our overseas partners - see attached positions for an example of what you could be contributing in the developing world. There are opportunities for both long-term placements (12-24 months) and specialist assignments (2-6 months).
What’s the context and purpose of the role?
Sierra Leone is a country rich in resources, yet the vast majority of its 5.9 million people are living in poverty. Plagued by civil war from 1991, there has been remarkable progress in consolidating peace and rebuilding the country’s infrastructure since the end of conflict in 2002. In July 2007, Sierra Leone is holding its first General Election since United Nations peacekeepers left the country in 2005. The National Electoral Commission (NEC) is responsible for conducting all public elections. It’s looking for 6 Communications Managers to develop and manage regional awareness campaigns to promote its national civic education drive over 12 months.As one of 6 volunteers, you’ll deliver an effective strategic communications plan to educate the general public on their voting rights. You’ll ensure that voter information is successfully distributed- crucial for good governance in a country on the road to recovery after ten years of civil conflict.
What does the role involve?
Assisting the development of an effective communication & media plan for the region; Providing general expertise in the production and use of information, education and communication materials; Monitoring the media for access, bias and compliance with electoral laws; Feeding back media information obtained and assisting the commission to educate and give accurate voter information; Providing advice for sourcing alternative additional funding for outreach activities
What skills, experience and personal qualities are needed for the role?
You’ll be educated to degree level and you’ll have at least 5 years’ experience of working in public relations, advocacy or communications. As well as having project management experience and strong PR skills, you’ll be proficient in researching and delivering persuasive presentations. Experience of working on awareness campaigns is desirable, as is experience of developing and maintaining a website. With excellent interpersonal and communications skills, you’ll be confident in leading, training and motivating a team.Patience, flexibility and a great sense of humour are a must for all VSO volunteers!
And more…
Perhaps you are currently unable to commit to travelling to the developing world. If so, there are also domestic opportunities to volunteer with VSO. As a charity we have limited marketing resources thus public relations is an important tool for us. If you or your agency would be interested in getting involved with VSO on a voluntary basis, please contact us at the details
below.
VSO will be holding an information event on Saturday, May 19th in Smithfield, Dublin. If you would like to attend this event please email info@vso.ie. For more information or to apply log on to www.vso.ie.
Advertising - Agency - Media Planner
One of Dublin’s leading advertising agencies with great clients and a fantastic team. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to recruit an experienced Media Planner to manage existing clients from full planning, buying and evaluation.
The role involves:
- Client interaction, identifying their needs and filling them sucessfully.
- Liasing with your colleagues in other departments to offer clients a full service.
- Plan, buy and implement great media buying strategies on behalf of leading Irish and international clients.
The person:
- You’ll have proven client servicing / relationship skills and be comfortable interpreting client briefs and being part of a team.
- You’ll have a solid understanding of the media mix including non-traditional and evolving communications channels. - Obviously you will have strong experience of buying across all traditional and non-traditional media outlets, which necessitates a keen eye for detail.
- You’ll be ambitious and driven for sucess in advertising.
Location:Dublin City Centre; Salary:€30000 - €40000
Please email your CV in strictest confidence to marketing@rightfit.ie or call me on 01 676 8804 to discuss this in more detail.
Events Co-Ordinator (5 star Hotel)
Your duties will include but not limited to:
Co-ordinate and organise events on a day to day, week to week basis
Liaise with clients and staff prior to events to ensure clients specs are met.
Plan staff roster with General Manager and supervisors.
A good knowledge of computers and excellent communication skills are a pre-requisite.
Time management, the ability to plan and co-ordinate staff is essential.
The ability to prioritise and use one’s own initiative.
Location: Dublin City Centre; Salary: Negotiable
Contact: Michael Tuke; Tel: 01 2911960; www.paramounthr.ie
PR Manager
Our client is currently seeking a PR Manager to prepare, execute and manage the international PR initiatives and activities supporting the communications programme requirements across all departments and sectors to generate company visibility, revenue and profitability. This person will play a full and active role in the operation of the Marketing Department:
- To develop and manage a comprehensive plan/series of campaigns that strengthens and supports the company’s positioning.
- Plan and implement international corporate communications strategy
- Coordinate PR and advertising plan with regional marketing managers, local country managers, PR and marketing staff
- Work with MD and company directors on internal and external communication initiatives
- Ensure company and brands are positioned effectively through media channels
- Manage European advertising campaign and annual budget
- Manage PR coordinator
- Work closely with sales and product managers on public relations strategies
- Organise press conferences, briefings, customised press trips and press programme for 50+ international journalists at annual symposium
- Write and issue global press releases
- Analyse, review and evaluate media coverage
- Build strong long-term relationships with key trade media
- Train marketing staff in PR tools and techniques
- Responsible for commissioning, sourcing and placing articles in key trade magazines
- Content manager for corporate website
- Manage internal and external events
Skills Required:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Leadership and management skills
- Good writing and proofing skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Project management skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment and on own initiative
- Capable of working under pressure.
- Strong understanding of the media and communications industry
This position is an exciting versatile role for someone seeking an in house PR position. The right candidate will be educated to degree level and have a minimum of three years experience in a PR role. They must have established media contacts, be a creative thinker with flair and innovative ideas. They should have infectious enthusiasm and be driven by the will to succeed with high energy levels!
Location: Dublin North West; Salary: €40k + benefits
Contact: Gillian Owens; Tel: 01 661 9636; gillianowens@peoplegroup.ie
