JOB DETAILS

Drinks Ireland represents beer, cider, Irish Whiskey, spirits and wine manufacturers, brand owners and distributors on the island of Ireland and is a sector trade association within Ibec. This a maternity cover role available on a specified purpose contract.

The successful person will maximise engagement and influence by playing a lead role in the development and execution of stakeholder mapping and measure campaigning achievements. They will have strong capability at campaigning, understand what it takes to achieve real change and be charged with execution.
The person will work effectively across Drinks Ireland membership, have excellent relationships with stakeholders, understand the opportunities and threats presented externally and ensure the strategy implementation is aligned and adaptable. The closing date for applications is 5pm on 10th November.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Campaign management, communications, public affairs and media:

Through developing and managing a perma-campaign approach:
Build positive industry reputation with key audiences
Work proactively and effectively with the Drinks Ireland team to ensure consistency and synergy across current and new Drinks Ireland initiatives
Demonstrate long-term ambition for the sector
Demonstrate innovation in the activities and tactics that will achieve the goals
Translate thematic objectives for the sector into deliverable campaigns which engage business and influence key stakeholders
Systematically use technology and communications strategies to achieve communications objectives
Deliver co-ordinated campaign strategies and workplans for each thematic area
Provide insight and support on campaign strategy and tactics in the context of external developments
Measure and track the impact of Drinks Ireland campaigns
Leverage existing structures and networks to deliver campaign priorities
Seek opportunities to collaborate with other organisations
Create engaging campaign content and messaging customised for different audiences
Design and deliver superb communication plans for each campaign.

Member relations:

Build and maintain relationships on behalf of Drinks Ireland with members, prospective members and key stakeholders
Engage members so they are fully invested in campaigns

Financial management and income generation as identified by the Director of Drinks Ireland;

Manage budgets as directed.

Work towards the delivery of Ibec’s strategy as identified by the Director of Drinks Ireland;

Work collaboratively through an integrated service delivery framework, where appropriate;
Work collaboratively in delivering general account management, where appropriate;
Work collaboratively across the organisation on initiatives and projects, where appropriate.

NOTE: This list is not exhaustive but serves to reflect the nature of the duties included in the role. Given the nature of the organisation and the need to respond to members’ needs on an ongoing basis, the role is subject to change over time.

Qualifications, experience & knowledge

Primary degree;
Relevant post graduate qualifications;
Ideally 5 years post graduate experience;

Essential experience is:

Demonstrated experience of using a campaigning approach
Demonstrated ability to use a variety of communications tools to reach key audiences
Ability to generate new activities, messages and connections in furtherance of stakeholder engagement strategy and to evaluate their effectiveness

Experience which would be advantageous includes:

‘Grassroots’ coalition-building experience
Knowledge of the alcohol sector
Working with ad-hoc and formal committees/working groups;
Working within the political, business and social environment
Understanding of the business complexities facing the alcohol industry considering its product’s relationship with social and health issues;
Business and competitive issues facing industry and specifically facing the Drinks Sector in Ireland, EU and globally.

b) Competencies and behaviours

Ability to exercise judgement in allocating time and resources across a range of activities
Be innovative, creative and show initiative;
Team player – capable and results orientated, but confident to challenge ideas and strategies where options for improvement and step-changes are identified;
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills;
Effectively manage third party providers.
Ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders;
Influencing skills;
Excellent report writing and analytical skills;
Ability to communicate succinctly and utilise a range of communication methods as appropriate;
Articulate, confident, and highly professional;

Ibec Core Competencies

Bias towards action

Collaborative – work together as ‘one Ibec’.
Dynamic – approach initiatives with careful planning, energy, drive, and resilience.
Decisive – make clear, well-informed decisions.

Member and Customer Focus

Agile and Adaptive – embrace change and be adaptive to members’ needs and in ambitious situations.
Creative and Innovative – not afraid of dynamic thinking in finding solutions.
Curious and Critical Thinking – open minded and proactive in gathering data in developing opinions.

Drive and Personal Leadership

Ambitious – driven and can take responsible risks.
Accountable – committed to highest standards and takes ownership of actions.
Continuous Improvement – proactive on personal and professional development

Ibec is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with a disability. Should you wish to request a reasonable accommodation please email Kenny at Kenneth.kelly@ibec.ie

Why us?

ABOUT YOU

Campaign Manager, Drinks Ireland (Specified Purpose)

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