Communications and Campaigns Officer for Katherine - Leyland, United Kingdom - Hive Support Ltd

Hive Support Ltd

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Leyland, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Katherine Fletcher MP is looking to recruit for a
new post of Communications and Campaigns Officer in her busy constituency office in
Leyland, who will develop and drive communications activity and content creation.

The successful applicant will undertake media and press activities, create content, as well as assist with wider communications.

We are looking for someone who is creative, has strong initiative, is proactive and wanting to make their mark.

The role would suit a strong communicator who is able to work accurately to deadlines and thrives in a fast-paced Parliamentary office.

Good political judgement is required and initiative to drive the development of new projects and campaigns.

There may be occasional work outside normal working hours.

Duties will include, but not be limited to:

Produce press releases, assist in liaising with the media and meeting required deadlines
Identifying policy areas and campaigns that fit with the MPs priorities
Creating communications plans to accompany campaigns and events
Produce online graphics and video content across all the MP's campaigns
Manage social media channels and engage with constituents
Monitor media coverage and social media channels
Updating and managing the website
Dealing with queries from members of the public
Retaining records and information confidentially and in line with GDPR

Essential qualities:

Excellent and articulate written communication skills
Managing social media content to a high quality
A creative approach to content creation
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
The ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team
Ability to plan ahead and also react to events
Excellent communication skill with people from all types of background face to face, over digital mediums and in writing

Desired qualities:

High levels of competency with Adobe suite, Canva and Microsoft office or equivalent systems.
13 years of experience in communications.

Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members' Staff Verification Office (MSVO).

See Members' Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further information

Salary:
£21,529.00-£34,599.00 per year

Benefits: