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Section Officer – Communications & Public Affairs (Grade VI)
Health Service Executive · Cork
Job description
About the role
The HSE South West is seeking a Grade VI Section Officer to lead its Communications and Public Affairs function. The role will develop and implement proactive strategies that safeguard the organisation’s reputation and support its engagement with government and policy makers.
Key responsibilities
- Manage relationships with public representatives, political stakeholders and the Oireachtas.
- Support the organisation’s interaction with government bodies and national policy processes.
- Provide advice on reputational risk and politically sensitive issues.
- Ensure consistent, accurate and timely responses to public representation activities.
- Act as a strategic advisor on public affairs matters across HSE South West.
Required profile
- Proven experience in public affairs, communications or a related field within the public sector.
- Strong understanding of Irish government structures and policy development.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with political stakeholders.
- Excellent judgment in handling reputational and politically sensitive issues.
Required skills
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Health Service Executive
Cork