Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager SG458
HSE Workplace Health & Wellbeing · Cordillera Admin Region, Philippines
- On site
- Part-time
- $90,000 / year
- Cordillera Admin Region, Philippines
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Job highlights
- Lead communications and public affairs for HSE West and North West.
- Permanent, full-time Grade VIII management role.
- Initial assignment at Merlin Park University Hospital, Galway.
- Requires prior permanent appointment in the same grade.
- Digital application via Rezoomo; CVs not accepted.
About the role
Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager, Grade VIII
Reference: SG458
Category: Management/Admin/ICT
Grade: Grade VIII 0655
Advertisement source: HSE
Advertisement Type: Confined competition
Important Information: This job is in the HSE.
Health region: HSE West and North West
County: Galway
Location: Initial assignment to Merlin Park University Hospital.
A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager, from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.
Recruiter: HSE West and North West: Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo, and Galway
Contract type: Permanent Wholetime
Post specific related information
Please complete the digital application form linked to this exciting role through the Rezoomo website (Using Google Chrome). CVs are not accepted for this campaign.
For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification available at https://www.rezoomo.com/job/97043/.
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Key skills/competency
- Communications Strategy
- Public Affairs
- Media Relations
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Crisis Communications
- Reputation Management
- Content Creation
- Digital Communications
- Team Leadership
- Public Health
Skills & topics
- Communications Manager
- Public Affairs
- HSE
- Galway
- Management
- Grade VIII
- Health Communications
- Public Relations
- Senior Manager
- Media Relations
How to get hired
- Understand the HSE recruitment process: Familiarize yourself with the HSE's official recruitment guidelines and the Rezoomo platform.
- Tailor your application: Since CVs are not accepted, focus on completing the digital application form accurately, highlighting your relevant experience for a Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager role.
- Review the job specification carefully: Pay close attention to the eligibility criteria and post-specific information provided on Rezoomo to ensure you meet all requirements.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience in communications, public affairs, and management, as interviews will be held soon after the closing date.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is a confined competition for the Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager role at HSE?
- A confined competition means this role is specifically for candidates who are already permanently appointed in the same grade (Grade VIII) within the HSE. External applicants who do not meet this specific grade requirement cannot apply for this particular campaign.
- Can I submit a CV for the Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager position?
- No, CVs are not accepted for this campaign. You must complete the digital application form provided through the Rezoomo website to be considered for the Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager role.
- What is the closing date for the Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager job?
- The closing date for applications for the Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager position is May 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
- Who should I contact for informal enquiries about the Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager role?
- For informal enquiries about the Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager position, please contact Ms. Caroline Crawford, Regional Director, Communications & Public Affairs, HSE West & North West via email at caroline.crawford@hse.ie.
- Where will the Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager be initially assigned?
- The initial assignment for the Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager role will be at Merlin Park University Hospital in Galway.
- Is the Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager position a permanent role?
- Yes, the Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager position is a permanent, full-time role.
- What regions does the HSE West and North West recruiter cover for this role?
- The HSE West and North West recruiter covers Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo, and Galway for this Grade VIII Communications and Public Affairs Senior Manager position.