Communications Officer (Executive Officer)

Communications Officer (Executive Officer) in the Civil Service

The Civil Service is a large, complex organisation employing over 50,000 people in approximately 40 Government Departments and offices and a range of other bodies. It has a diverse set of responsibilities, and its Civil Servants make a vital contribution to Irish life, from carrying out the work of Government to delivering frontline public services.

The Civil Service is now looking to recruit Communications Officers at Executive Officer level. Communications Officers will be involved in a variety of areas, such as press and media relations, social media management, content creation, and marketing and advertising campaigns. The role of Communications Officer offers plenty of variety and the chance to build your experience across a range of areas.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Irish Civil Service which is dedicated to supporting staff to realise their full potential by providing access to professional development opportunities and career progression.

Full details on the role including eligibility requirements are available on our website via the button below.

Closing date: 3pm on Thursday, 9th April 2026.

We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Acts.