Communications Digital Content Officer (Location: Maynooth or Belfast)
Trócaire, Ireland
Job Description
Location: Maynooth or Belfast
Are you energised by the thought of working in an organisation that supports people and communities to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice? Do you love the idea of working in a global organisation with an inclusive and collaborative culture? Then Trocaire wants to hear from you! Read on for more details about this exciting opportunity.
The Opportunity
Are you a dynamic storyteller with a passion for global justice? Trócaire is seeking a dedicated Communications and Digital Content Officer to join our team. Your role: craft compelling stories, curate multimedia content, and engage diverse audiences across our channels. Collaborate not only with our Communications Team but also with colleagues across our organisation and international officescontributing to initiatives and elevating our storytelling capabilities. With 3+ years of content creation experience, digital literacy, and a proactive attitude, join us in making a difference.
An exciting aspect of this role includes regular overseas travel to capture authentic stories.
About Trócaire
Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises they create.Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world.
Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. We work towards five goals:
• Promote Access to Justice;
• Achieve Climate amp; Environmental Justice;
• Ensure Women amp; Girls’ Protection, Voice amp; Influence;
• Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity and
• Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice.
Do you want to know more about Trocaire, the organisation? Find out more at www.trocaire.org
Requirements
You will report to the Digital Communications Manager, the job opportunity will be offers a full-time permanent contract and will be based in Maynooth or Belfast.
The ideal candidate for the Communications and Digital Content Officer role at Trócaire should be a skilled storyteller with a keen understanding of digital content habits. Essential attributes include adaptability to evolving platforms, as well as excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. They should bring a minimum of three years' experience in writing and editing, along with two years' experience in photography, videography, and conducting interviews. Valued qualities include being a self-starter, possessing meticulous attention to detail, enthusiasm for travel, and a proactive team player.
Additionally, an interest in Trócaire's work, prior experience in overseas travel to the Global South, and familiarity of content performance metrics would be beneficial.
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Closing Date for Applications is 18th March 2024
Benefits
What we can offer you:
Trócaire offers a competitive package of salary and benefits including pension scheme and life assurance. We have an excellent range of work life balance friendly policies including Hybrid and Flexible working.
The salary range for this role is
- NI based 33,351 - 39,185.
- ROI 47,781 - 56,000.
Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children amp; Adults
Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse, and has clear expectations of all staff.Please ensure to click here for more information on Trócaire’s safeguarding policies.
We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.
Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.
Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities can be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application or by contacting . See our Diversity and Inclusion statement here