Communications Coordinator (Fluent Irish)
The National Gallery of Ireland (‘the Gallery’) is Ireland’s major national cultural institution devoted to the collection and care of fine art. Comprising more than 19,000 paintings, drawings, watercolours, miniatures, prints, sculpture and decorative arts, the institution's extensive holdings include masterpieces by many of the most celebrated figures in the history of western European art. In addition, the Gallery houses the most representative collection of historic Irish art. Funded mainly by the State, the Gallery employs more than 180 staff and provides free access to the public 361 days a year. The Gallery has received numerous recent awards and accreditations. These include accreditation under NSAI SWiFT 3000, which provides an independent evaluation of our compliance with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies and the RIAI’s Silver Medal for Conservation and Restoration.
The Gallery wishes to recruit a Communications Coordinator as part of the Communications, Marketing & Digital Engagement team (CMDE). The purpose of this role is to coordinate and deliver external and internal communications campaigns for the Gallery, its programming and its staff, with a focus on communication in the Irish and English.
Reporting to the Head of Communications, the successful Communications Coordinator candidate will:
• Work with the CMDE team to devise and coordinate the Gallery’s communications plan, including but not limited to Irish language content for communications, marketing and digital engagement purposes
• Coordinate the development of Irish language content for the CMDE team and Gallery by providing Irish translations, sourcing, reviewing and editing Irish translations prior to publishing
• Research, develop and implement a plan for the Gallery’s Irish language website
• Produce engaging and effective dual-language (Irish and English) copy for use in internal and external communications (e.g. press releases, pitches, press invites and materials, website content, social media content, corporate reports, intranet and advertising)
• Ensure the Gallery complies with content and advertising requirements under Section 10(A) of the Official Languages Act 2021
• Collaborate with other Gallery teams to develop a planned approach to translating and editing Gallery documents and reporting on our communications activities in the Irish language
• Prepare and publish accessible content and documents
• Work with relevant Gallery teams and website/platform owners (e.g., Publications & Images, Library & Archive, Education, HR, Retail and Ticket Sales) to enhance dual language use on the Gallery’s sub-domains
• Publicise the Gallery’s programmes – including up to ten exhibitions per year – via media and digital platforms
• Devise and execute tailored press releases and pitches aimed at a range of Irish language media outlets
• Manage and maintain relationships with journalists and stakeholders including responding to media queries
• Coordinate and supervise communications and marketing activities such as press previews, photo-calls, filming and the production of video content
• Assume other duties appropriate to the post as assigned by line management
The successful Communications Coordinator (Fluent Irish) will have:
• A third-level qualification
• Gaeilge líofa (Fluent Irish, spoken and written)
• Translation experience — Experience translating between Irish and English, ideally with relevant training or qualifications AND/OR
• Irish‑language media experience — Background in journalism or social media content production through Irish, ideally with relevant training or qualifications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – both written and verbal with the ability to create effective, clear and interesting external and internal communications campaigns
• Knowledge of the Official Languages Act 2021
• Previous experience working in Communications or a similar field
• Experience working in a dual language or Gaeilge role
• A knowledge of the media landscape in Ireland
• A knowledge of digital platforms, software and programmes such as Mailchimp, Drupal, X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Photoshop
• An awareness of current trends and developments in communications, digital communications and within the cultural sector
• Advanced IT skills (Microsoft Office) and previous experience working with web content management systems and developing web content for cultural organisations
• An enthusiasm and interest for working at the Gallery and the cultural field and a willingness to contribute to a positive working environment
Conditions of employment:
This job description is a guide to broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. The job description may be subject to review in the view of new structures and / or the changing needs of the Gallery. All employees are required to be compliant with Gallery screening, security and Garda vetting procedures. Conditions of employmentThis job description is a guide to broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. This may be subject to review in view of new structures and/or the changing needs of the Gallery. All employees are required to be compliant with NGI screening and Garda Vetting procedures. The post will be subject to a satisfactory medical check and successful completion of a successful probationary period. Applicants must be fluent in English and be eligible to work in Ireland.
Citizenship Requirements
Eligible candidates must be:
1. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or
2. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or
3. A citizen of Switzerland, pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or
4. A non-EEA citizen who has a Stamp 4 permission or a Stamp 5 permission.
Please note: A 50 TEU permission, which serves as a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is considered equivalent to Stamp 4.
To qualify candidates must be eligible by the date of any job offer.
Job Details and Application Information
Grade and Salary:
The salary for this position will be in accordance with the Executive Officer (PPC) pay scale, as per the 1 June 2026 pay adjustments. The salary scale for this position is as follows:
€38,803 €40,764 €41,871 €44,030 €45,965 €47,838 €49,703 €51,534 €53,419 €55,296 €57,289 €58,624 €60,527¹ €63,227²
•The starting salary will be at the first point on the scale, €38, 419.00 per annum, or on a higher point of the scale, as appropriate to the successful candidate, if appointed from an existing public sector role (in accordance with Circular 08/2019).
•Candidates should note the National Gallery of Ireland complies with Department of Public Expenditure and Reform regulations and guidelines on Public Service pay and conditions of employment.
Annual Leave: The successful candidate will be entitled to 23 days of annual leave pro rata
Superannuation: The successful candidate will be placed on the public sector pension scheme.
Benefits: The Gallery provides staff the opportunity to participate in the tax saver and cycle to work schemes.
Duration: Permanent
Working hours: Full time, 5 days a week – 35 hours per week (net of breaks). Please note, flexibility is required and the successful candidate will be required to work occasional early mornings, late evenings and weekends.
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How to apply:
To apply for this position, please provide the following documents (in PDF Format):
• A cover letter in Irish and English, which should be no more than two pages
• A CV in Irish and English, which should be no more than two pages
Closing date for receipt of applications: June 29th 2026 @5.00pm
Interviews will be scheduled in July 2026.
The National Gallery of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
