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Title: Communications Manager Reporting to: Director of Corporate Services Department: Office of the COO Location:15 Hogan Place, Dublin 2, D02 DK23 / Hybrid Contract type: Full time / permanent Hours of work: 35 hours p…
Skills: Communications strategy, Strategic leadership, Public relations, Digital communications, Content management
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Reporting to: Director of Academic Affairs or Nominee Base: 15 Hogan Place, Dublin 2 D02 DK23/ Hybrid working Contract type: Fixed Term, 12 months Hours of work: Job share – 3 days/ 21 hours per week Days of work: TBC wi…
Skills: Programme Management, Stakeholder Management, People Management, Change Management, Project Management
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The Communications Manager will develop and implement an integrated communications strategy to strengthen the organization's reputation and support advocacy initiatives. They will lead a communications team, manage digital channels, and partner with senior leadership to shape the organization's public narrative.
Candidates must hold a third-level qualification in a relevant discipline and possess 7–10 years of experience in communications management or a similar leadership role. Strong skills in writing, digital communications, and stakeholder management are essential for this position.
Reporting to: Director of Corporate Services
Department: Office of the COO
Location:15 Hogan Place, Dublin 2, D02 DK23 / Hybrid
Contract type: Full time / permanent
Hours of work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Occasional evening/weekend work will be required
Application closing date: Wednesday 19th August 2026 12pm
The Irish College of GPs is the professional body for general practice in Ireland. Please visit our website for more information: Irish College of GPs
The Irish College of GP’s is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and employees receive equal treatment regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, membership of the Traveller community, or any other protected characteristic under Irish equality legislation. We are committed to making reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the job application and interview process. Please email [email protected]to confidently discuss any accommodations required.
This experienced Communications Manager will lead the next stage in the evolution of our communications function.
This role is more than a traditional communications management role. It is an opportunity to shape, build and lead a modern, strategic communications function that supports one of Ireland's most influential healthcare organisations.
Working closely with senior leadership, the job holder will develop and implement a College-wide communications strategy, strengthen our reputation, support advocacy and public engagement, and help tell the story of general practice across Ireland.
The Job holder will be someone who enjoys building new capabilities, leading organisational change and creating communications that make a real impact.
The job holder will provide strategic leadership for communications across the College by:
Develop and implement an integrated communications strategy aligned to the College's strategic priorities.
Lead high-impact communications campaigns across multiple programmes and initiatives.
Develop compelling content, storytelling and messaging that strengthens the College's profile and reputation.
Oversee digital communications including the College website, email communications and social media channels.
Supporting executive communications, stakeholder engagement and advocacy initiatives.
Use analytics and insights to continually improve communications performance and audience engagement.
Build and mature a modern communications function, including governance, planning processes, workflows, standards and ways of working.
Lead, manage, mentor and develop a growing communications team.
The job holder will have:
A third-level qualification in Communications, Communications Management, Communications Planning, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Digital Media or a related discipline.
Approximately 7–10 years' experiencein communications management, strategic communications, corporate communications, public affairs, content management or a similar leadership role.
Demonstrate experience developing and implementing communications strategies and integrated communications campaigns.
Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences.
Strong experience managing digital communications, including websites, email marketing, social media and content management systems (such as WordPress).
Experience using communications analytics and performance data to inform decision-making and improve engagement.
An understanding of accessibility standards, SEO, GDPR and digital communications best practice.
Excellent project management, planning and organisational skills.
Outstanding stakeholder management skills, with experience partnering confidently with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
Experience establishing, transforming or maturing a communications function—including governance, processes, planning frameworks and ways of working—would be a significant advantage.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation.
Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to see the bigger picture while maintaining attention to operational detail.
Highly organised with excellent planning and project management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
Has a collaborative and consultative approach, with the confidence to advise and support colleagues across diverse teams.
Strong editorial judgement and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality communications.
Demonstrates initiative and sound judgement, with the ability to identify opportunities and solve problems proactively.
Resilient and adaptable, able to respond effectively to changing priorities and tight deadlines.
Customer-focused, with a commitment to providing responsive and professional support to internal and external stakeholders.
Proven strong leadership abilities, with the ability to coach, motivate and develop team members.
Results-oriented, using evidence, data and feedback to continuously improve communications performance.
High level of integrity, professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information.
Creative and innovative, with the ability to identify new approaches that improve engagement and organisational impact.
An inclusive working environment where wellbeing, diversity and equality are actively promoted. The College has recently been awarded the Investors in Diversity Gold accreditation from Irish Centre for Diversity..
Flexible & hybrid working
Competitive salary.
Generous annual leave.
Learning and development opportunities
Access to Employee Assistance Programme including for close family members.
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Irish College of GPs trains and supports GPs in Ireland, from initial training to lifelong learning, research & advocacy
The Irish College of GPs is the professional body for general practice in Ireland. The College was founded in 1984 and is based in Hogan Place, Dublin 2. The College's primary aim is to serve the patient and the general practitioner by encouraging and maintaining the highest standards of general medical practice. It is the representative organisation on education, training and standards in general practice. The College is the recognised body for the accreditation of specialist training in general practice in Ireland and is recognised by the Medical Council as the representative academic body for the specialty of general practice. At an international level the College is a member of the World Organisation of National Colleges and Academies and Academic Associations of General Practice (WONCA).
Offices: 15 Hogan Place, Dublin 2, D02 DK23, IE
Irish College of GPs trains and supports GPs in Ireland, from initial training to lifelong learning, research & advocacy
The Irish College of GPs is the professional body for general practice in Ireland. The College was founded in 1984 and is based in Hogan Place, Dublin 2. The College's primary aim is to serve the patient and the general practitioner by encouraging and maintaining the highest standards of general medical practice. It is the representative organisation on education, training and standards in general practice. The College is the recognised body for the accreditation of specialist training in general practice in Ireland and is recognised by the Medical Council as the representative academic body for the specialty of general practice. At an international level the College is a member of the World Organisation of National Colleges and Academies and Academic Associations of General Practice (WONCA).
Offices: 15 Hogan Place, Dublin 2, D02 DK23, IE
