DFC Work Experience - Marketing & PR Assistant

Department for Communities (Work Experience Opportunities); Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a Marketing & PR Assistant for a 4-8 week work experience opportunity in Belfast. The role offers hands-on experience in marketing while promoting diversity. Responsibilities include content creation, social media management, and event support. This is a temporary position with flexible work hours and financial support for participants.

Benefits

Incentive payment of £10/day

Reimbursement for travel and childcare costs

Qualifications

• Passion for marketing and promoting diversity.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive team player willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging content for social media and newsletters.
• Manage social media interactions.
• Assist with press releases and media relations.
• Support event planning and execution.
• Conduct research and provide marketing insights.
• Provide administrative support for marketing efforts.

Skills

Passionate about marketing

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive team player

Comfortable with social media

Basic IT skills

Experience with graphic design

Job description

DFC Work Experience - Marketing & PR Assistant

We're looking for a Marketing & PR Assistant to join our team at Minorities Business Network NI (MBNNI). This is a unique opportunity to get hands-on experience in marketing and communications while championing diversity and inclusion in Northern Ireland.Proudly supported by the Department for Communities, the online platform Minorities and Business Network NI provides a hub of resources and support for ethnic minority businesses and professionals across Northern Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Crafting engaging content for social media, our website, and newsletters.
• Social Media Management: Scheduling posts and engaging with our online community.
• Media Relations: Assisting with press releases and building relationships with media contacts.
• Event Support: Helping to plan and execute our events, including workshops.
• Research & Analysis: Providing insights to help shape our marketing strategies.
• Administrative Support: Keeping our marketing efforts organized and on track.

Skills and Qualifications

• You're passionate about marketing, PR, and promoting diversity.
• You have excellent communication and organizational skills.
• You're a proactive team player with a willingness to learn.
• You're comfortable with social media and basic IT tools (Microsoft Office).
• Experience with graphic design (Canva) or website content management is a plus, but not essential.

Further Information

This work experience opportunity is expected to last for 4-8 weeks and will require attendance of 25 Hours per week. While on Work Experience, participants will retain their entitlement to benefit. Those who are not receiving benefit are also welcome to participate. Travel and childcare costs may be reimbursed. Participants will also receive an incentive payment equivalent to £10/day to a maximum of £50/week. Contact your local Jobs and Benefits office for further information or contact the WEP team via [e-mail]

Application Information

If you are in receipt of benefits, contact your local Jobs and Benefits Office.If you are not in receipt of benefits contact the Work Experience Programme team via [e-mail]

Vacancy ID 1730092 Job Sector Marketing Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary Please see Further Information No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 26/08/2025 Closing date 23/09/2025 Worktime 9am - 2pm, 5 days per week (flexible)

Please note – this is a work experience/ volunteer opportunity