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Publishing Ireland Manager (Freelance Contractor) Jobs in Ireland at Publishing Ireland
Title: Publishing Ireland Manager (Freelance Contractor)
Company: Publishing Ireland
Location: Ireland
Overview
Publishing Ireland is seeking a highly organised and proactive freelance contractor to provide comprehensive administrative consultancy services. This is a fixed-term independent contract for six months to cover the absence of the current contractor.
Note on Status: The successful candidate will operate as an independent service provider and will be responsible for their own tax, PRSI, and insurance contributions within the Republic of Ireland.
Key Responsibilities
- Governance & Day-to-Day Management
- Organising, attending, and recording minutes for Board Meetings.
- Managing procedural requirements for the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and liaising with auditors.
- Liaising monthly with the Finance Committee and the Events and Training Committee.
- Financial Administration
- Overseeing bookkeeping tasks undertaken by an outsourced professional, including invoicing members and processing payments.
- Pursuing funding and sponsorship opportunities in collaboration with the Board.
- Member Services & Representation
- Acting as the primary point of contact for members, responding to enquiries via email and telephone, and representing the organisation at face-to-face events.
- Events & Programme Management
- Creating and executing an annual plan for training sessions and trade events (e.g., Trade Day).
- Managing all event logistics: speaker booking and negotiation, venue management, budgeting, and delegate management.
- Hosting events on the day, whether virtually or in person.
- Liaising with industry partners, including Bookselling Ireland and the Dublin Book Festival.
- Digital Marketing & Communications
- Managing the organisation’s website, social media accounts, and monthly newsletter.
- Overseeing the digital plan for the “Books From Ireland” microsite and its promotion.
- Supervising the part-time Assistant Digital & Marketing Administrator.
Contractual Terms
- Status: Independent Freelance Contractor (Self-Employed/Sole Trader or Limited Company). The contractor is responsible for their own tax affairs (Revenue Ireland).
- Work Commitment: Equivalent of 2.5 days per week, primarily across Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
- Duration: Six months (fixed-term consultancy) with a possible extension to eight months.
- Remuneration: €2,000 per month (inclusive of VAT if applicable), payable monthly in arrears upon receipt of a valid professional invoice.
- Location: Primarily remote/home-based, with a requirement to attend specific meetings and events in Ireland as scheduled.
- Notice Period: Two months’ written notice by either party.
- Expenses: Reimbursement for pre-approved, vouched travel, accommodation, and subsistence expenses.
Requirements
- Proven experience in administrative consultancy or senior-level freelance management.
- In-depth knowledge of the Arts sector and the Irish publishing industry.
- High level of professional skill and the ability to deliver services to the highest standard without direct daily supervision.
- Flexibility to manage variable hours, particularly in the lead-up to and during major events.
Apply with a covering letter and CV in a single pdf to Peter McKay at [email protected]. Application closes at 17:00 May 25th, 2026
