Communications Specialist (Higher Executive Officer)

Communications Specialist (Higher Executive Officer)

The closing date for this vacancy is 16/07/2026, 15:00

The Civil Service is now looking to recruit Communications Specialists at Higher Executive Officer level This is an exciting opportunity to join the Irish Civil Service, which is dedicated to supporting staff to realise their full potential by providing access to professional development opportunities and career progression.

Main Duties of the Job

Working in communications with the Civil Service provides an excellent opportunity to shape communications policy and strategy, and to develop a career as a skilled communications professional. Communications Specialists will be key members of their organisation's communications team. They will work on important issues, keeping the public informed and supporting the delivery of policy and public services that make a difference in people's lives.

Please see the Candidate Information Booklet for full details of the role including specific eligibility requirements.

Information about the organisation

The Civil Service is at the heart of Irish society, employing more than 50,000 people in approximately 40 Government Departments and offices and a range of other bodies. Every day the Civil Service makes a vital contribution to Irish life. Everything the Civil Service does, from carrying out the work of Government to delivering frontline public services, impacts Ireland in some way.

Selection Process Details

The panel formed from this competition will be used to fill vacancies across the Civil Service.

Applicants should note that the majority of vacancies will be in the greater Dublin area.

Recruitment for this role is managed by publicjobs.