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Job description

Help develop and manage the presence of the MLA on all relevant media platforms, including social media and assist in developing any relevant content required for this purpose, including video content and responding to comments appropriately. .

Responsibilities

• Press releases.
• Drafting speeches.
• Research.
• Produce briefing notes.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• 3rd level qualification and at least 5 year's relevant experience.
• Experience of working in a Parliamentary setting.
• Prior experience of drafting press content e.g. statements and liaising with journalists.
• Strong social media skills and experience of developing or managing social media accounts
• Excellent knowledge of the political landscape
• A proven commitment to Sinn Féin's values

Desirable Skills

• Experience of event organisation and management.

Further Information

The employer for this position is John O'Dowd MLA.