Comms and Engagement Officer - #1689543

MCS Group are delighted to be partnering with this small governmental body in their search for a Comms and Engagement Officer.

The role:

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  Media Monitoring & Reporting: Compile daily media reports for senior management, using judgement to highlight relevant coverage, and maintain regular media evaluation logs and reports.


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  Media Relations: Respond to media enquiries, draft press releases, briefing documents, and support key messaging.


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  Event Planning & Support: Assist in organising and delivering events, managing logistics such as venues, invitations, materials, hospitality, and travel.


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  Content Creation: Develop, write, and edit a variety of communications materials including press releases, blogs, and social media posts.


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  Social Media Management: Create engaging, branded content for social channels using tools like Canva, tailored to different platforms and audiences.


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  Website Management: Maintain and update website content, ensuring it is accurate and aligned with communication goals.


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  Stakeholder Engagement & Admin Support: Build positive relationships with stakeholders and support departmental administration, including procurement processes.

The Person

As the successful candidate you will have the following background and experience:

Essential

• A third level qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g., media, journalism, PR, communications, marketing) or extensive experience in the below areas:


• Strong experience in drafting and publishing communications across press, web, and social media, using CMS tools.


• Confident in managing media relations and organising events and public engagements.


• Proficient in administrative support, including MS Office, correspondence, and record management.

What's in it for you?:

• Salary: £33.5-34k per annum.


• Hybrid and flexible working.


• Excellent annual leave allowance.


• The opportunity to gain experience working in a position at the forefront of a public sector organisation.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Meghan Hamilton, Senior Recruitment Consultant on 02896935508 or on email at **********@mcsgroup.jobs.

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