We are currently looking for an Interim Service Director: Strategic Communications to join a Local Authority in the West Midlands as soon as possible for a 6 month period.
This role will be on a hybrid working model with 2-3dpw required on site.
We need someone to direct, coordinate and integrate the Council’s strategic communications and public relations functions into a cohesive effort that sends a consistent external and internal message in support of the council’s strategic goals, and objectives both now and in the future.
We are seeking a results-oriented, experienced professional with:
* Extensive experience in strategic communications and public relations.
* Strong leadership and operational management expertise.
* Exceptional communication skills to engage diverse audiences.
* A strategic, innovative, and forward-thinking mindset.
* A track record of working in or alongside the public sector at senior level in a communications, media or journalist role. Experience in a political environment would be an advantage)
* Strong business acumen and experience of managing large-scale campaigns within budget and to target.
* Proven success developing and delivering integrated internal and external communication and PR strategies.
* Demonstrable ability to think strategically, deliver organisational strategy and gain ‘buy-in’ from relevant internal stakeholders, including staff.
* Significant experience of leading and managing a team, including development of talent to deliver strategic objectives.
If this role is of interest, please do send your latest CV, day rate (inside IR35) and availability to start to erin.wilgrove@gatenbysanderson.com no later than COP on Wednesday 30th April.
Please note that due to the number of applications we receive, only successful candidates will be contacted. We are unable to respond to InMail messages to discuss the role so please ensure the email address provided above is used when applying for this role.