Kids’ Own is pleased to invite applications for a Communications and Marketing internship under the JobBridge scheme (http://jobbridge.ie).

Working closely with the Creative Director at our office in County Sligo, the intern will support the development of the marketing & communications work of the organisation.

Qualifications and Education/ Training:

• An appropriate third level qualification in Marketing/Communication or equivalent experience

Experience:

• Experience in developing and implementing marketing and communication strategies and campaigns;

• Experience in the non-profit, publishing or arts sectors would be an advantage.

• Skills, knowledge & abilities:

The ideal candidate will have:

• excellent verbal and written communications skills;

• demonstrated ability to think strategically and to identify marketing opportunities;

• excellent organisational and administrative skills;

• event management skills;

• excellent IT skills (website and database management);

• proven social media marketing skills;

• flexibility in adapting to changing and developing roles;

• a passion for the arts and books;

• the ability to maintain a high level of social, organisational and professional standards.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV to Kids’ Own by the new deadline: Friday 12th October.

Postal submissions only.

Please address your application to Orla Kenny, Creative Director, Kids’ Own Publishing Partnership, Carrigeens, Ballinful, Co. Sligo.

For enquiries, please contact us at info [at] kidsown.ie or call us on 07191-24945.