Our Organisation
HAIL (Housing Association for Integrated Living) was founded in 1985 and over the past 30 years, HAIL has become a very successful, award winning housing provider for people with a range of housing and support needs, however, our primary objective is to respond to the permanent accommodation requirements of those with mental health difficulties.
HAIL currently has over 250 properties in the greater Dublin area, ranging in size from single accommodation units to large scale, purpose built mixed housing developments.
HAIL’s support service is a vital part of our association. For many people, particularly those with mental health difficulties, a place to live, may not in itself be enough to give them complete security. HAIL offers housing with supports aimed at maximising our tenants’ abilities to sustain their tenancies. In recent years, HAIL has expanded its’ support service, to provide mental health supports to those in other tenures in order to prevent homelessness (Regional Mental Health Support Team) and to source accommodation and offer support to those who are currently living in HSE residential services (HAIL Genio Slan Abhaile project).
This year, HAIL celebrates our 30th Anniversary and we have recently introduced our new brand. HAIL feel that this is an ideal and exciting opportunity to increase our brand recognition and raise awareness of the award winning, high quality housing and support services we provide to our tenants and clients.
What we offer
Working from our Dame Street office, HAIL offers the Intern a chance to work as part of the team in a growing, committed and professional voluntary approved housing body. The Intern will gain valuable knowledge in relation to working in a voluntary organisation providing housing and support services primarily to people with mental health difficulties. The Intern will gain practical experience in P.R., communications, social media and event management. HAIL are looking for a creative, enthusiastic, self starter and are willing to allow the Intern to “put their mark” on the P.R. and communications policy of the organisation.
Job Description
To work as part of our team to expand on and raise our profile as an approved housing body reflecting the excellence in housing and support, particularly to those with mental health difficulties, which the organisation is known for.
To assist the team to work on plans and events for our 30th Anniversary celebrations
To help HAIL build our brand identity
To learn skills in developing and maintaining our online presence through the creation of social media for the organisation and the ongoing upkeep of our website.
To work closely with the team to develop and create compelling communications material.
To assist in writing press releases and other materials.
To assist with mailings and print production
To help in identifying meaningful ways of attracting media attention to the organisation and create exciting new opportunities for exposure
Other duties as required as part of a team
Person Specification
Energy and commitment to support the ongoing growth of the organisation
Demonstrate creativity
Excellent communication skills
Self starter – passionate about generating new and interesting ideas and the implementation of same
The ability to work alone and as a part of a dynamic busy team
Strong writing skills
Solid understanding of social media
Broad range of technology skills – computer programme proficiency, website maintenance etc.
Eye for detail
Qualifications: Third level – Degree preferable in P.R., Communications, Marketing, Social Media, Journalism
Duration / Working Hours: We ask for an initial commitment of 4 to 5 days per week for six months with the view to extend.
Location: Dublin City Centre
Letter of application outlining why you would like to work with HAIL and what skills you can bring to the organisation accompanied by an up to date CV outlining your career experience and education to date.
Please email your letter and CV to karolyn@hail.ie