Communications Officer

Job Opportunity: Communications Officer (Local Authority)

Location: CW11 1HZStart date: ASAPContract duration: 3+ monthsWorking hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:00, 37 hours per weekPay rate: 17.12 per hourWe are looking for a talented Communications Officer to join our clients dynamic Communications Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about creative and impactful communications in a public sector environment. You will plan, deliver, and advise on communications campaigns that support and promote the priorities of the Council.Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement cost-effective, creative communications plans and products, using both digital and traditional media, that promote the Council's priorities and business objectives.
• Commission creative communications products from internal and external providers (e.g., media relations officers, design teams, external agencies), ensuring high-quality delivery within budget.
• Set, monitor, and evaluate SMART communications objectives, assessing both output and outcomes to ensure campaign success.

Person Specification:

• Degree or equivalent qualification/experience in a communications discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' professional experience in a marketing or public relations (PR) communications role.
• Awareness of local government issues and the public sector environment.
• Excellent copywriting and communication skills for diverse audiences and media channels (e.g., press releases, web content, social media).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously.

Disclaimer: By applying for this role, you give consent for your information to be forwarded to our Client(s) and information of which may be retained within our databases therefore also agreeing to be represented by i-jobs with respect of the vacancy you're applying.