Are you a communications professional looking for a role that makes a difference to people’s lives across the UK? If so, this could be the role for you!
DWP is looking to fill a Senior Press Officer role in the Communications Directorate.
The role is fulltime and will be based in Caxton House, London.
Our work is often national news. From cost-of-living support for the most vulnerable and getting people back into work to improving the lives of disabled people and giving pensioners security in retirement. As part of the Press Office, you will be responding for breaking news stories, planning proactive media and online activity and briefing ministers. You will also work closely with the rest of the Communications Directorate to promote the Department’s work and services, as well as bringing ideas and energy to one of Whitehall’s busiest press offices.
We are looking for people who have good judgment, a strong understanding of how the news cycle works, experience of social media and an ability to solve problems creatively under pressure. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
Out of hours working is a key feature of this role and you will be included on a duty rota for weekday evenings and weekend service. There is an additional allowance paid for this .
We are recruiting a Senior Press Officer to be part of our supportive and high-performing press team. As part of the Press Office, you will be responding to breaking news stories and planning media activity across broadcast, print, online and social. You will need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, engaging with journalists and reacting quickly and confidently to developing issues and breaking news.
You will need excellent news judgment, the ability to be able to think strategically, strong interpersonal skills and an aptitude for digesting complex information quickly which you are then able to explain in plain English. Ideally, you will have a good understanding of social and online media, the political landscape, the workings of Whitehall, Parliamentary procedure, devolution and propriety.
You will lead and develop a small team, championing them both across the department and the Government’s communications profession.
You will be working in a supportive team and tasked with delivering communications objectives that form a critical part of this Government’s priorities.
Successful candidates can expect to be involved in a range of the following :
* Handling interview requests.
* Developing and managing proactive and reactive media.
* Offering handling advice and potential oversight of a small team.
* Oversee a small team to provide a timely, accurate and professional service to journalists.
This role is also part of an out of hours duty rota.
Some travel may be required for business purposes. Travel costs will be re-imbursed in these cases.
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