Communications & Awareness Officer Learning & Growth Ref: CAO/08/25 Job Grade: Staff Officer (SO), Permanent Salary will be in the range £37,694 - £38,990 per annum Closing date for applications: 17:00 on Monday 1st September Purpose of the role The postholder will play a key role in developing awareness and understanding of VSS. This is a varied role and will include public relations as well as building digital presence through strong multimedia skills for creating visual content. VSS use trauma informed practices in all communication and stakeholder engagement activity. Essential Criteria 1. A degree level qualification in a communications, media, public relations or marketing related subject AND at least one years demonstrable experience in the following areas: OR Three years demonstrable experience in the following areas: a) Implementation of an external communication plan and demonstrate delivery across multiple platforms. b) Experience working with both reactive media enquiries and proactive announcements. c) Creating high quality, engaging content for diverse audiences across print and digital platforms using tools such as Canva, Sway and Mailchimp. This includes press releases, reports, corporate publications, web articles, social media graphics, newsletters and multimedia presentations. d) Successfully developing and monitoring digital media channels to include content management sites, social media platforms and digital marketing tools. e) Practical experience developing positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and delivery of stakeholder engagement planning. f) Implementation of successful internal communication campaigns. 2. A current Full UK Driving License with access to a car. This will be waived in the case of an applicant whose disability prohibits driving but who is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements. Desirable Criteria 1. Demonstrable experience in public affairs with knowledge of the political landscape in Northern Ireland. 2. Accredited Membership of a relevant professional body, i.e. communications, media, public relations or marketing. The Victims and Survivors Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. Skills: Communication Marketing Public Relations Digital Marketing Social Media digital platforms Stakeholder Engagement Benefits: Pension Fund Paid Holidays