We are currently recruiting for an Staff Officer based in Newry. The successful candidates will be required to start once the vetting paperwork, ANI clearance has been completed.
Start date: ASAP
Duration: 6 Months with a possibility of extension
Rate of pay: £19.59
Hours of work: Full time 9 – 5pm Mon to Fri
Key Responsibilities:
To assist with the development and delivery of communication plans (staff & stakeholder), consulting with, and providing updates to Rural Affairs Division (RAD) Management, liaising with relevant branches across the Department to ascertain best practice, and utilising alternative communication methods. The postholder may be required to provide secretariat arrangements for staff and stakeholder forums. Main Duties Contributing to the development and implementation of a communications strategy within RAD. Writing engaging content for a range of internal and external communication channels. Building relationships and providing communications advice and support across teams.
Essential Criteria applicants must have:.
Proof of a degree certificate
• Ownership and initiative – Demonstrable ability to proactively take ownership of work, progress tasks independently, and engage appropriately with internal and external stakeholders to deliver outcomes.
• Digital productivity tools – Proven experience in the effective use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and video conferencing tools such as Microsoft Teams.
• Digital communication skills – Ability to select and use appropriate digital and technology based communication tools to communicate clearly and effectively with a range of audiences.
• Project / campaign delivery – Experience of project or campaign management, including liaising with different departments or delivery leads to ensure work is delivered on time and to a high standard.
• Customer service experience – Experience of providing customer focused services, including interacting with individuals and businesses and monitoring progress to achieve agreed objectives.
• Mobility -Access to a mode of travel to facilitate attendance at meetings or other locations as required.
• Experience of supporting or coordinating public facing, corporate or organisational communications, with an understanding of accuracy, tone and reputational considerations.
• Digital awareness – Good basic understanding of digital channels and communication tools, including how they operate and how they can be used to support business objectives.
• A degree with a minimum of 12 months’ experience
Excellent IT skills, including use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Excellent communication skills.
Proven ability to use own initiative.
Please send your CV via the link or to Jack.Knox@therecruitmentco.uk