Community Liaison Coordinator Role with BlueWise Marine

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About the Business

BlueWise Marine develops, manages and promotes marine and offshore renewable projects and initiatives for its clients. We work with industry, government and academic clients operating within the marine economy. One of our client projects is the promotion and support for the SmartBay Marine & Renewable Energy Test Site, which is used to trial and validate Ocean Energy devices and marine sensors and equipment.

About the Role

The Community Liaison Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all community liaison and engagement related activities for the SmartBay Marine and Renewable Energy Test Site and for providing project support to the BlueWise Marine team. The successful candidate shall facilitate communication and engagement with residents, community groups, schools, local businesses and interested parties with the view to increasing local understanding and support for the SmartBay Marine and Renewable Energy Test Site.

The position will be based within the An Spidéal locality and/or working remotely in line with current COVID-19 government guidelines.

Term: The position is for a period of up to 3 years subject to funding.

Experience and Qualifications

  • A degree or equivalent experience in Communications and/or Community Development or a related subject
  • Written and verbal fluency in both English and Irish
  • Previous experience in a community focused and/ or marine related role desirable
  • Excellent communication skills across all channels with an attention to detail, including content creation, copy writing and proof reading
  • Experience working in a public facing role, managing complaints or customer queries desirable
  • Experience in planning and managing events desirable
  • Understanding and experience of community social dynamics
  • Experienced networker & relationship builder
  • Experience in managing digital media accounts/ updating internal or external websites
  • Demonstrated project management experience desirable
  • High level of report writing and presentation skills
  • High proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
  • Drivers licence

Personal Attributes

  • Demonstrate a passion for the marine and/or engaging with coastal communities
  • A dynamic, flexible and confident individual looking for an exciting and challenging career in diverse environment
  • Ability to communicate and engage effectively with local communities and stakeholders
  • Ability to be tactful, respectful and deal with conflict
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Effective time management and prioritisation skills
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Good attention to detail
  • Strong customer focus and listening skills

Remuneration and Benefits

An attractive salary package commensurate with the successful applicant’s skills and experience will be offered.

How to Apply

To apply for the above position please send your CV and cover letter to info@bluewisemarine.ie

Tel No: +353 91 394251

Closing Date:

All CVs and cover letters should be submitted by Wednesday, 5th January 2022.

Use of Data:

All personal data and the information submitted for this application will be used solely for the purpose of this campaign, after which it will be deleted in line with our Data Protection Policy. All information will be treated with the strictest confidence and accessed only by those involved directly in the campaign.