Social Policy and Communications Officer

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Social Policy and Communications Officer

Visit <https://crosscare.ie/vacancies/> for full job description and to apply by 5pm on 9 October 2026. Applicants must be resident in Ireland, and for the duration of the role.

Position Title: Social Policy and Communications Officer

Programme: Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project (<diasporasupport.ie>)

Location: Dublin 7

• Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid role. Mon-Fri 9 – 5.
• Contract: 1 year (extension subject to funding)
• Salary: €39,625 - € 46,011, based on experience

Summary of Responsibilities

Social Policy

• Support the development of the project’s policy initiatives relating to the Irish diaspora
• Conduct desk-based research and data analysis
• Represent the project and broader organisation in local, national, and international fora
• Track and monitor progress of the project’s policy and advocacy priorities
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of significant policy developments for Irish diaspora

Communications

• Assist with the development and implementation of project’s communication goals across digital media and traditional media
• Promote the project’s objectives and grow engagement with public/partners
• Draft press releases and other briefing documents as relevant
• Maintain records of media and press activities
• Assist with the maintenance, content development and oversight of project’s social media and <diasporasupport.ie> website (Wordpress)
• Develop campaigns, including creative media, and awareness raising initiatives
• Support development, coordination and promotion of events as relevant

Summary of Requirements

Essential

• Degree / post-graduate qualification in social sciences or equivalent
• Good command of the English language
• Previous experience in social policy and/or communications
• Strong writing, editing skills

Desirable

• Awareness of Irish diaspora-related issues, including Ireland’s Diaspora Strategy
• Crosscare is registered with the Charities Regulator (RCN: 20169084) and the Revenue Commissioners (CHY-6262). <www.crosscare.ie>