Marketing Communications Manager

Rethink Ireland

. Develop and implement a strategic marketing and communications plan aligned with Rethink Ireland’s Strategic Plan .

Posted 10/16/2026contractDublin • IrelandMid-LevelSenior💰 €57,500 - €69,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing strategic marketing and communications plans, managing teams, and leading public relations initiatives. Proficient in budget management, project coordination, and leveraging digital tools to enhance marketing effectiveness.

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Strategic Marketing PlanningPublic Relations Strategy DevelopmentProject ManagementDigital Marketing LeadershipBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Marketing StrategyPublic RelationsProject ManagementDigital MarketingBudget ManagementEvent ManagementImpact Data AnalysisPerformance ReportingCrisis CommunicationsFundraising Communications

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsDecision-MakingRelationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Digital ToolsEmail Marketing PlatformsSocial Media PlatformsAI TechnologiesMarketing Analytics Tools

Industry Keywords

Media RelationsBrand BuildingIncome GenerationStakeholder EngagementBehavioural Change Campaigns

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a strategic marketing and communications plan aligned with Rethink Ireland’s Strategic Plan
Develop the organisation’s PR and media relations strategy and work with an agency to secure positive media coverage
Lead, manage, and support the Marketing Team, including up to five direct reports
Manage major marketing initiatives, coordinating timelines, deliverables, internal input, and external suppliers
Manage and oversee the marketing budget with appropriate financial controls
Support income-generation campaigns and donor engagement
Coordinate donor and prospect communications and maintain relationships with funders and partners
Source impact data and stories for campaigns with Portfolio Management and Impact Management and Learning teams
Prepare and present marketing performance reports and plans to the Leadership Team and Board
Ensure communications align with the organisation’s brand and tone of voice
Develop and implement the internal communications strategy with leadership and HR
Identify and apply AI and emerging technologies to improve marketing effectiveness and efficiency
Advise teams and Leadership on messaging and communications
Lead project management of the annual report
Participate in the Crisis Communications Committee and contribute to organisational decision-making and reputation management
Act as an ambassador for Rethink Ireland and undertake other reasonable related duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years’ experience in marketing and/or communications
Proven experience in public relations and media relations, including developing PR strategies and working with agencies
Strong project management skills with a track record of coordinating complex, multi-stakeholder campaigns or initiatives
Proven experience in managing people and leading a team
Strong digital capability and experience, including leading teams in the effective use of digital tools and platforms
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex messages
Strategic thinker with the ability to plan long-term while managing day-to-day priorities
Experience in delivering high-impact events to wide range of stakeholders
Experience managing budgets and large projects with multiple deliverables and deadlines
Ability to set clear objectives, track progress, and deliver results
Ability to work independently while leading and supporting a team to operate effectively within a hybrid working environment
Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
High integrity, sound judgment, and reliable decision-making
Willingness to learn, experiment and keep up to date with relevant AI and emerging technology developments
Experience in fundraising communications or supporting income generation strategies (desirable)
Experience in brand-building, public awareness, or behavioural change campaigns (desirable)
Experience in designing and delivering digital campaigns through email marketing, social media or other digital platforms (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

24 days annual leave per annum
Employer pension contribution
Opportunity to work mainly from home
Fixed-term employment for 2 years