Communications & Impact Assistant

Organisation: YMCA DublinContract & Hours: Full-time, Permanent (6-month probation) | 37.5 hrs/weekSalary & Leave: €31,000 | 20 days annual leaveLocation: Hybrid / Dublin Hubs (min. 2 days/week at Aungier St)YMCA Dublin is a non-profit building healthy, secure, and connected communities via affordable childcare, dynamic youth work, and integrated community support. Surpluses are reinvested into core services.Purpose: Ensure everyone has the opportunity to belong to healthy, connected communities.Mission: Deliver accessible childcare, youth work, and family support via sustainable Community Hubs.Values: Welcoming, Inclusive, Empowering, Caring, Responsible.OverviewSupports day-to-day operations of the communications and impact functions.

Helping the Communications Manager, Grant Writer, Social Media Officers, and Service Managers to deliver engaging digital communications and maintain high-standard impact measurement systems aligned with YMCA Dublin’s mission.Key ResponsibilitiesCommunications:Help deliver communications plans, campaign ideas, and delegated comms across childcare, youth, fitness, and community services.Draft, edit, and post content for social media, newsletters, website, and promotional materialsResearch audiences, plan/evaluate event comms, and monitor web analytics.Manage digital media archives (photos/videos) in line with brand standards.Impact:Gather feedback and data from staff, volunteers, and service users.Help design survey tools and frameworks to evaluate service goals.Prepare data for quarterly/annual impact reports, donor updates, and grant applications (with the Grant Writer).Track digital engagement metrics for Senior Management reporting.Candidate ProfileEssential Criteria:Third-level qualification (Min.

Level 7) or equivalent practical experience in communications, marketing, PR, or a related field.1–2 years of professional experience in communications, digital media, or PR administration.Excellent written/oral communication skills adapted for diverse audiences.Proven experience with social media platforms, content creation tools, and analytics.Strong organisational and multitasking abilities under tight deadlines.Desirable Criteria:Non-profit/voluntary sector experience.Proficiency with design (Canva/Photoshop) and email marketing tools.Strong research skills and attention to detail in data collection and impact measurement.Core CompetenciesComms & Interpersonal: Engaging effectively with internal and external stakeholders.Creative & Digital: Strong copywriting, storytelling, and digital content creation.Initiative: Proactive problem-solving and self-motivation.Organisation: Effective prioritization of creative and administrative tasks.Technical: Skilled in office software, digital asset management, and CRMs.Values Alignment: Passion for YMCA Dublin’s mission and valuesApplication: CV & Cover Letter - jude.barry@ymca-ireland-netDeadline: 19th October 12pm