Communications Officer – Transport
Are you searching for a new challenge in 2023? Do you have experience working in a communications service, delivering campaigns and project work? We are looking for a passionate individual to work as our Communications Officer to support our key communications functions including campaigns, marketing, media and public relations, and digital media. The priority projects for 2023/24 will be transport-related.
About the role…
Working in a fast-paced communications service means you will have an exciting and varied role, with the need to respond to emerging local and national news and changing priorities. The Communications Officer will support the day-to-day delivery of the Councils Communications Services and includes:
- Delivering communication activities in support of key Council campaigns and projects, developing communication plans and implementing associated communication activity.
- Supporting media enquiries and developing press releases, statements, briefings, and other copywriting, including social media and website content.
- Providing marketing and design support for Council publications and communications.
- Working with teams across the Council to develop communications programmes and plans for public engagement activities.
- Building internal relationships in support of consistent and effective communications.
- Supporting teams to manage their website content, in line with corporate communications guidance.
About you…
As the Communications Officer you need to have the following skills and experience:
- Hold a relevant qualification or possess recent experience in the field.
- Experience working in a communications arena, including the coordination of campaigns and marketing activity.
- Experience in writing and editing press releases and other publications.
- Organised with the ability to co-ordinate a range of projects.
- A good working knowledge of online communication tools including website and social media tools.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop strong working relationships.
The Communications Officer interviews will be held on 14th and 15th June. Exact details to be confirmed.
Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.
We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.
Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice. As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.
Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Mat Waik, Communications Service Manager on 07973 855469 or at mwaik@rutland.gov.uk.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758349 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk
Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.
How to Apply
To apply for this role click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account you will be guided through the set up process.
Access to an account is necessary as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have registered.
Once you have access to your JGP account you will be able to complete the application form in stages, saving and amending it until you are happy to the submit your completed application. You should use the Personal Statement section to demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the role profile attached.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process please call us on 01572 758349 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk