Posted 25 June, 2026
Media & Public Relations Manager
Childrens Health Ireland
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 124960951
Purpose of the role
The purpose of this post is to act as the main contact for press and media queries and to provide strategic advice to management and its wider teams which ensures the integrity of CHI's reputation, in the delivery of healthcare services to children and young people in Ireland. Delivery of healthcare services in 40 specialities is happening at the same time as preparing to move to a new hospital with new workflows, processes and teams. The successful candidate will prepare press releases, statements, liaise with media contacts, and monitor media coverage in this extremely busy environment. The successful candidate also participates in the coordination, planning and management of campaigns, initiatives, events and research projects ensuring positive and proactive external socialising of developments our clinical teams share. Event management also plays a crucial role in enhancing our patients' experience in hospital, and in supporting the development of education and clinical initiatives that demonstrate the operational transformation of acute paediatric healthcare in Ireland.
Essential Criteria
How to apply and informal enquiries
Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.
The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.
* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
The closing date for submissions of CV's and cover letter is 10 July 2026 by 5 pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking 'Apply for Job'.
Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Cara Kavanagh, Director of Communications [email protected]
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Taurai Machuwe at [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE:
CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.
It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.
Below, you'll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.
The purpose of this post is to act as the main contact for press and media queries and to provide strategic advice to management and its wider teams which ensures the integrity of CHI's reputation, in the delivery of healthcare services to children and young people in Ireland. Delivery of healthcare services in 40 specialities is happening at the same time as preparing to move to a new hospital with new workflows, processes and teams. The successful candidate will prepare press releases, statements, liaise with media contacts, and monitor media coverage in this extremely busy environment. The successful candidate also participates in the coordination, planning and management of campaigns, initiatives, events and research projects ensuring positive and proactive external socialising of developments our clinical teams share. Event management also plays a crucial role in enhancing our patients' experience in hospital, and in supporting the development of education and clinical initiatives that demonstrate the operational transformation of acute paediatric healthcare in Ireland.
Essential Criteria
- A Degree Qualification (QQI Level 8) in a relevant business field (i.e. Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, Politics).
- Minimum of 3 years' demonstrable experience in a senior decision-making role.
- Knowledge and experience in relation to dealing with media in a complex organisation and environment with competing priorities.
- A logical and pragmatic approach to workload, delivering the best possible results with the resources available.
- Ability to make sound decisions with a well-reasoned rationale, considering the surrounding environment.
- Experience navigating, influencing and advising in the resolution of complex issues/conflicts.
- Have demonstrated capacity to achieve results through multi-disciplinary and cross-sectoral working in a related service.
How to apply and informal enquiries
Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.
The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.
* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
The closing date for submissions of CV's and cover letter is 10 July 2026 by 5 pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking 'Apply for Job'.
Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Cara Kavanagh, Director of Communications [email protected]
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Taurai Machuwe at [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE:
CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.
It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.
Below, you'll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.
- September 7th, 2026
- October 5th, 2026
- November 9th, 2026
