Commercial Programs Assistant – Craft Gallery (Kilkenny)

Design & Crafts Council Ireland; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work scheme

Company events

Employee assistance program

Flexitime

Sick pay

Job summary

Design & Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI) seeks a Commercial Assistant to join the Commercial Programmes team in Kilkenny. The role supports growth programmes, event planning, and collaboration with members and suppliers in a fast-paced environment.

You will contribute to the National Design and Craft Gallery planning and reporting, ensuring smooth day-to-day gallery operations and effective data collection. Two years in a commercial/marketing role and a relevant degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years proven experience in a Commercial / Marketing / Business-related field with a relevant degree.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work as part of a team.
• The role is 5 days a week with some weekend cover included.

Responsibilities

• Support growth programmes focused on creating commercial opportunities for maker and designers.
• Participate in event planning and management.
• Work with members and 3rd party suppliers across all programmes.
• Support the Head of Commercial Programmes in all projects.
• Work closely with the Digital and Communications Teams on the execution of Commercial programmes.
• Support the implementation of the NDCG annual planning process.
• Participation in the implementation of the NDCG annual gallery programme.
• Liaise with curators & exhibition teams for successful implementation of the gallery programme.
• Participate in the changeover of exhibitions and ensure the smooth running of the gallery day to day.
• Compile data across the commercial programmes team and provide reports.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Weekend availability

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Design & Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI) seeks a Commercial Assistant to join the Commercial Programmes team in Kilkenny. The role supports growth programmes, event planning, and collaboration with members and suppliers in a fast-paced environment.

You will contribute to the National Design and Craft Gallery planning and reporting, ensuring smooth day-to-day gallery operations and effective data collection. Two years in a commercial/marketing role and a relevant degree are preferred.