Job summary
Our client, a leading organisation in the transport sector, is currently seeking a Head of Stakeholder Engagement & Communications to join their dynamic team on a permanent basis.
Key skills required for this role
Head of Sakeholder Engagement / Communications
Important
Leadership / corporate communicatuons / public sector frameworks
Job description
You will be playing a key part in an organisation that is looking to coordinate all transport modes to provide a fully integrated transport system for the benefit of all.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead the delivery of strategic communications and engagement strategy aligned with corporate priorities
2. Manage resources and risks effectively to ensure optimal service delivery
3. Lead and develop a small team, fostering continuous improvement across internal and external channels
4. Contribute to the development of strategic objectives and long-term plans as part of the Senior Management Team
5. Develop and implement communications and engagement strategies for complex organisations
6. Maintain productive working relationships with political leaders, partner bodies, government, private sector providers, public agencies, and statutory authorities
7. Ensure effective public relations and internal communications, and support delivery of policy objectives
8. Oversee the delivery of events and e-communications
Job Requirements:
9. Experience in leading corporate communications functions including public relations, media and press, internal communications, and stakeholder engagement
10. Proficiency in developing communications and engagement strategies
11. Track record in public relations or corporate affairs to support policy objectives
12. Sound understanding of local government political frameworks
13. Ability to build trust with senior leaders inside and outside the organisation
14. Outstanding leadership and managerial experience, with a knack for building successful teams
15. Degree level education or equivalent
Benefits:
16. 28 days holiday per annum (pro-rata for part-time employees)
17. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
18. Flexi-Time Scheme, allowing accrual of up to 18 additional days leave per year
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