Senior Communications Officer/Manager

EXPERIENCE OF SAP PROJECT COMMS ESSENTIAL

Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an experienced Senior Communications professional to join their team

This is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right applicant

You will

Working with a One SAP Workstream leads to understand the strategic outcomes and requirements of individual workstreams or external clients and translate into communications plans and delivery programmes.

To deliver integrated communications/campaign plans that support the objectives of the programme.

Providing constructive challenge where needed, to recommend the right communications tools and channels for each stage of the programme using evidence and audience insight.

To develop and deliver engaging content - including photography, audio, video and online material - and ensure it is evaluated effectively as part of campaign/communications delivery.

You will create and manage OneHub website (SharePoint) and work with other comms colleagues across the council to ensure the best possible user experience.

Act as a mentor for other members of the team, ensuring that colleagues are supported and gain skills in all communications disciplines.

You will need

Proven track record in leading on successful campaigns and communications projects specifically digital, media, marketing and internal communications.

Experience of finding positive solutions to complex stakeholder communications challenges

Experience of working in a political environment including briefing elected members.

Experience of mentoring/supervising staff

Proven experience of the preparation and presentation of sensitive information to the public

PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35

HYBRID WORKING IS AVAILABLE