The Gaelic Players Association is recruiting for the role of Head of Communications.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the comprehensive planning, coordination and implementation of the GPA’s communications strategy.

Reporting to the CEO/COO, this is a role for an experienced candidate who has strong communications skills and knowledge of print, broadcast and social media.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing key stakeholder relationships as well as routine, proactive engagement with GPA members. They will be able to work effectively in a collaborative and dynamic team and will be available to deal with queries out of normal office hours.

They will help develop strategic communications and stakeholder engagement plans and will drive their robust implementation across multiple channels including the website and social media, print and broadcast media.

They will also play a key role in the roll-out of a new three-year corporate strategy.

Key deliverables:

  • Design and deliver a comprehensive Communications Strategy
  • Develop and execute a PR Strategy, carefully managing all proactive media relations campaigns while also overseeing reactive news stories as required
  • Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders and influencers outside the GPA (ie print and broadcast media, government, civil service and diverse NGOs)
  • Social Media Management and Strategy and provide full overall oversight of the GPA’s presence on social media platforms, overseeing the content creation and planning for all social media activities
  • Digital Content Creation and Management through all our digital platforms
  • Responsible for a coherent and planned approach to producing and communicating research papers and publications

Among the key requirements being sought are:

  • Degree or equivalent in Communications, PR or similar
  • 5 years plus relevant experience
  • Demonstrable team player
  • Passion for players and sport
  • Communications and influencing skills
  • Strong leadership capabilities
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
  • Innovative in their approach to communications
  • Intimate knowledge and awareness of the GAA

Applicants are asked to send their CV and a cover letter to applications@gaelicplayers.com with the closing date for the role being Friday, 14th June.