Communications and Public Affairs Officer

Interim Communications and Public Affairs Officer

Dudley -Hybrid

6 Months

200 per day (PAYE)/ 261.57 (Umbrella)

Job Summary

• Communication of the council's business and the management of the council's reputation by supporting the development and implementation of the corporate communications strategy through the full range of the marketing mix.
• The work covers both internal and external communication and as a council, we are committed to ensuring that our services are accessible to all.
• To act as brand champion for the council.

Key Requirements

• Experience in a marketing and communications role to include project management and public relations
• Evidence of success in building and forming relationships at all levels of local government - both political and officers.
• Evidence of effective monitoring, analysis and report generation
• Experience of crisis management working with stakeholders to achieve communications objectives and reinforce/defend the council's reputation
• Experience in the preparation and delivery of reports and presentations
• Experience of working in a complex and challenging political environment

Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.