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Job Vacancy: Food Coast Donegal seeks to recruit Project Manager

written by Rachel McLaughlin October 17, 2024
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Food Coast Donegal is seeking tenders from qualified individuals or organisations to recruit a Project Manager for the “Food Coast Donegal” initiative. This position is pivotal in promoting Donegal’s food and beverage sector and enhancing the link between tourism, food, and drink.

Project Summary

The successful Project Facilitator will lead the development and execution of marketing and communication strategies for Donegal’s food and beverage offerings. This role involves engaging local food producers, organizing events, and promoting Donegal’s food network to attract tourism and support local businesses. 

Contract Information

  • Contract Type: Part-time hours (Independent Contractor basis) 
  • Duration: Subject to project requirements (approximately 20 hours per week). The contract will run for 16 months with an option to extend for a further 16 months subject to funding and contractor performance.
  • Location: Donegal, Ireland
  • Budget: €18-€20K

Key Responsibilities

  • Food and Beverage Promotion: Showcase Donegal’s food and drink through events, marketing campaigns, and partnerships.
  • Tourism Attraction: Work with tourism bodies to integrate Donegal’s culinary offerings into the local tourism strategy.
  • Membership Growth: Expand the local food network by attracting new businesses.
  • Storytelling and PR: Leverage multimedia platforms and storytelling to highlight Donegal’s unique food scene.
  • Influencer and Press Engagement: Collaborate with influencers and organize press trips.
  • Community Engagement: Build relationships with local producers, chefs, and stakeholders.

Essential Criteria

    • Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, PR, Journalism, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
    • Experience: 3-5 years in a related role with experience in the food and beverage sector, tourism promotion, and event management.
    • Skills:
      Strong communication and storytelling.
      Social media proficiency.
      Experience in developing and executing PR campaigns.
      Event management skills.

Other Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Willingness to travel.

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience in the food and drink sector in Ireland.
  • Existing relationships with media contacts and influencers.
  • Knowledge of local food and drink producers.

Submission Guidelines

Tenderers are required to submit:

  • A cover letter detailing relevant experience.
  • A CV or portfolio highlighting qualifications and past projects.
  • A detailed proposal on how they will achieve the outlined project goals.
  • A breakdown of costs, including rates and any associated expenses.
  • Apply to: Careers@boydhr.ie

Submission Deadline: 

  • The deadline for submission on the tender is 5 PM on 15th November 2024. 

Disclaimer

This tender process is for the recruitment of a Project Manager to oversee and manage the “Food Coast Donegal” initiative on a contracted basis. This tender does not constitute an offer of employment, and the successful tenderer will be engaged as an independent contractor.

Job Vacancy: Food Coast Donegal seeks to recruit Project Manager was last modified: October 17th, 2024 by Rachel McLaughlin
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