Ncsc External Affairs and Strategic Planning - Cheltenham, United Kingdom - GCHQ

GCHQ

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Cheltenham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

At GCHQ, we unlock the complex world of data and communications to keep the UK and its citizens safe, both in the real world and online.

Working closely with our British Intelligence partners in MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from threats including serious organised crime, terrorism, and cyber-attacks.

A role in GCHQ means you'll have varied and fascinating work in a supportive and encouraging environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork.

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), part of GCHQ, is the UK Government's lead authority on cyber security.

The organisation is at the heart of the Government's cyber security strategy and has the aim of making the UK the safest place to live and work online.

We are looking for an ambitious and experienced Communications Officer (HEO / GC08) to join our team as a specialist in external affairs and strategic planning.

The NCSC Communications Directorate promotes and defends the NCSC's activities, so this job requires a highly organised person, who can create and deliver insightful and engaging communications that demonstrate how NCSC is making the UK the safest place to live and work online.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, innovative and proactive communicator who is motivated to deliver engaging comms plans in a fast paced and collaborative environment.

The job requires a person who is comfortable working as part of a team and as well as independently, selecting the most effective methods and channels for communication based on stakeholder needs.

The post holder will need to be an enthusiastic team-player with a proactive and collaborative attitude.

They will also need strong influencing skills and the ability to cut through a variety of competing priorities on high profile issues.

Responsibilities:

Horizon scan and plan announcements so that they are delivered in a coordinated and manner.
Collaborate with teams within the NCSC Communications Directorate to ensure consistency of NCSC stakeholder engagement and to amplify key campaign messages through developing partnership working.
Build relationships across NCSC, other government departments, agencies and stakeholders so that they can share forthcoming activity of interest to NCSC priorities.
Identify and map regional stakeholders, fostering productive relationships to share best practice advice and gather intelligence.
Identify, coordinate and manage external NCSC speaking events, and to provide briefings for senior colleagues ahead of external speaking events and meetings.
Manage the Programme stakeholder database and associated systems and processes to ensure accurate audience targeting and adherence to GDPR requirements.

Person Specification

The successful applicant will need to have:

Influencing at all levels to ensure stakeholders are engaged effectively
using excellent relationship management skills and strong verbal and written communication skills. Database management to drive marketing activity, including audience segmentation.
Excellent writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills including written and verbal briefing skills. Monitoring and evaluating stakeholder communications activity.
Be able to communicate and influence with confidence whilst working under pressure on multiple projects and can deal with competing and changing priorities. Build good working relationships and be an enthusiastic teamplayer with a proactive and collaborative attitude.

GCHQ Competency Requirements

Communication and Knowledge sharing
Higher
Corporate Vision and Efficiency
Intermediate

Change and Innovation

Intermediate
Analysis and Decision Making
Intermediate

Contribution to Delivery

Higher
Managing the Customer Relationship
Higher
Working with and Leading Others
Higher

Benefits we offer

At NCSC and GCHQ, we are proud of our inclusive and supportive working environment that's designed to encourage open minds and attitudes.

As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we are committed to helping you fulfil your potential.

With comprehensive training and development opportunities, tailored to your needs and the requirements of your work, we will enable you to flourish in your role and perform to the very best of your abilities.

Other benefits:

London Allowance of £5,500 where applicable.
25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays
An environment with flexible working options
Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme.
Interestfree season ticket loan
Cycle to work scheme
Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and onsite coffee bars (at some locations)
Paid parental and adoption leave.
A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%

Selection Process

Before You Apply
To work at GCHQ, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationalit