Junior Communications and Administration Consultant (Part-time)

Consultancy opportunity

Consultancy title: Junior Communications and Administration Consultant (Part-time)  

Contracting entity: Irish Network for Education Worldwide (INEW),hosted by Plan International Ireland

Key working relationships: Regular engagement with the INEW Chair, administrative engagement with INEW host Plan International Ireland

Location / modality: Remote

Start date: as soon as possible

Assignment period: 25 days until 31/1/27

Background and purpose of the consultancy

INEW is seeking an experienced consultant to provide part-time support during the maternity leave of the Network Coordinator. Working 25 days over the period of the contract, the consultant will help maintain INEW's communications and digital outreach, support the dissemination of policy and campaign resources of selected projects, and assist with day-to-day administrative tasks during the final months of the current funding cycle.   The consultancy will play an important role in ensuring continuity of INEW's operations and communications. There is potential for extension of the consultancy pending future funding availability.

The consultancy will deliver clearly defined outputs that contribute to INEW’s objectives and workplan. INEW is hosted by Plan International Ireland, which will act as the contracting and administrative entity for this assignment.

About INEW and Plan International Ireland

The Irish Network for Education Worldwide (INEW)represents and connects civil society actors and education stakeholders in Ireland advocating for inclusive, equitable, and safe quality education for all worldwide, with a focus on development and emergency contexts.   

As a membership organisation with 29 members, we bring together a diverse range of Irish development and humanitarian aid NGOs, school and university teacher Education Unions, global citizenship education organisations, and more.   

INEW acts as a national platform for knowledge exchange, dialogue, and collaboration, driving advocacy efforts and influencing policy in Ireland and internationally to realise the right to education and SDG 4 worldwide.  INEW is hosted by Plan International Ireland, which provides administrative and contracting support for this consultancy.

Founded in 1937, Plan International is an independent children’s rights organisation. It works to advance children’s rights and equality for girls and has no religious, political or governmental affiliation.

Plan International Ireland was established in 2003 and supports Plan International’s work worldwide. For this assignment, Plan International Ireland will host the consultancy on behalf of INEW.

Scope of work and deliverables

• Assisting with the dissemination of policy papers, campaign materials, and advocacy resources on selected projects, including COP31 and Education Day initiatives.   

• Supporting the preparation and distribution of INEW's newsletters and blog.   

• Managing and updating INEW's social media channels, with particular responsibility for LinkedIn, and supporting audience growth and engagement. 

• Updating and maintaining INEW's website.   

• Tracking invoices and administrative records, and liaising with the finance team at Plan International Ireland as required.   

• Supporting the preparation of interim reports and contributing to the grant application processes for future funding opportunities as required.  

• Providing general administrative and communications support to INEW focal points as required.   

• Providing regular updates on progress and priorities to the designated INEW focal points.   

• Excellent written English communication and organisational skills.   

• Experience managing websites based on WordPress, newsletters in Mailchimp, and social media platforms.  

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.   

• Good administrative and record-keeping skills, including processing invoices.   

• An interest in international development and education, humanitarian aid, advocacy, or the non-profit sector.   

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and common digital communications tools (e.g. Mailchimp, WordPress, Canva, or similar) is desirable.   

Required experience and qualifications

Consultancy fee and payment schedule

Payments will be linked to the satisfactory completion and approval of agreed deliverables. The selected consultant will be engaged as an independent contractor and will be responsible for their own tax, insurance and statutory obligations.

Location and working arrangements

The consultancy will be undertaken remotely. The consultant will coordinate with the INEW chair on a regular basis. Any travel requirements and reimbursable costs must be agreed in writing in advance.

To apply

Please submit the following as soon as possible to Careers at Plan International Ireland

• CV and cover letter including financial proposal

Safeguarding

Plan International is committed to safeguarding people within its programmes from exploitation and abuse. The selected consultant will be required to comply with applicable safeguarding policies, the Code of Conduct and any other relevant organisational requirements throughout the assignment.

The successful consultant may be required to complete appropriate due diligence, provide references, sign relevant policies and undergo police/Garda vetting where the nature of the assignment requires it.

INEW reserves the right not to award the consultancy or to amend the scope and timetable before contracting. Only shortlisted applicants may be contacted.