Job Description

We are looking for a person to assist the Communications, Marketing and Fundraising departments. The teams are small and there is a lot of cross-over between them. At the end of the six or nine month placement the participant will have gained invaluable experience about branding, PR, event management, how to deal with the media, how to manage budgets and how to plan press campaigns and launches – and how to use Web 2.0 Technologies as communication/marketing tools.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Enthusiastic, motivated and innovative. A self-starter with the ability to work in a team. Well-organised with excellent interpersonal skills.

Be proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook

Have experience using website Content Management Systems (CMS) and knowledge of Web 2.0 technologies and their potential for marketing/ communications purposes.

Excellent and proven competencies in the design and updating of websites.

Have a qualification in either  IT or web design. Open to graduates who have attained, before 2009, a full award at level 7 or above on the National Framework of Qualifications and meet the FAS Work Placement Programme eligibility criteria.

How to Apply

Please visit www.fas.ie to check if you are eligible to apply for this placement. If you are eligible email comms@onefamily.ie or call 6629212 and talk to Hilary.  Or contact your local FÁS Employment Services Office or freephone 1800 611 116 to record your expression of interest in this placement by Friday 6 August 2010.