Overview
The Labour Party is looking to recruit a Regional Communications Officer. The post-holder will be responsible for developing and implementing a pro-active regional media strategy and taking responsibility for the day to day presentation of the Labour Government's policies and activities in the regional media.
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement a regional media strategy.
* Present and communicate Labour policies and activities in the regional media on a day-to-day basis.
* Maintain a good knowledge of the regional media landscape and issues affecting the region.
* Build and maintain relationships with regional and local media.
* Lead or coordinate a team of volunteers where required.
* Regular Driver Role: the post requires the ability to drive and to own a compliant car. A full UK driving licence and a compliant car are required within 12 months of start date; failure to secure these will result in a fixed-term contract ending after 12 months.
* Candidates who cannot drive due to disability will be considered for reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010.
Qualifications
* A good knowledge of the regional media and issues affecting that region.
* Experience of developing and implementing a media strategy.
* Ability to build relations with regional and local media.
Salary and Benefits
* Salary: £44,996.52 (gross) per annum, with a fixed sum allowance of £2,668. There is the ability to progress to £49,430.55 over the next 2 years.
* 25 days of annual leave (increases to 30 days after 10 years' service), pro-rated for part time staff.
* Additional 5 days of leave for the office closure period over Christmas and New Year.
* All UK bank holidays.
* Up to 10 days of annual leave can be carried over into 2025.
* Opportunity to join a CARE (Career Averaged Revalued Earnings) benefit scheme.
* Flexible working opportunities.
* Enhanced Maternity/Paternity/Adoption and Shared Parental Leave.
* Staff Equality Networks and support: Women’s, BAME, Disability & LGBTQ+.
* Employee assistance programme.
* Cycle to work scheme (including electric bikes).
* Season ticket loan.
* Free eye test and money towards VDU use glasses.
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