Total 11 pr media communications job vacancies in basildon essex ss14 1ux

Job Details
A role centred on event-focused marketing - Take the lead in producing and distributing innovative and inspiring content for a diverse range of stakeholders. This position will oversee the collection, creation, and dissemination of news stories, on-campus activities, and educational materials to engage all parties involved. Manage our brand image and influence how the College is perceived through both external and internal marketing efforts. Engage and expand our 15,000 social media followers with content that highlights our career-focused and innovative approach to education. Your ultimate goal will be to create and deliver compelling campaigns to achieve student recruitment objectives.
Duties & Responsibilities
Nurture and expand our alumni network, building relationships that strengthen our community and showcase the impact of USP College - driving our career-focused approach.
Build, forge and maintain meaningful connections with our wider community. Through social media engagements and conversations as well as relationship building to collaboratively share USP College’s story.
Unleash your creativity as you curate and share exciting stories across a multitude of platforms, from newsletters to social media, website to staff intranet. Your storytelling and information gathering will captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression of USP College.
Be the driving force and lead our internal communications initiatives, ensuring that colleagues are informed, inspired, and engaged as ambassadors of our college's strategy. Utilise a variety of channels to disseminate information effectively including monthly newsletters, updating our college app and exploring new methods for engagement and delivery.
Champion the values and strategic direction of the college and empower others to become brand ambassadors.
Assist in the preparation, design, and delivery of eye-catching publicity materials for various purposes, including events, student recruitment, and public relations. Your creative flair and eye for details will play a pivotal role in promoting our college's offerings and achievements to a range of stakeholders.
Coordinate digital campaigns in alignment with our marketing calendar, strategically hitting key milestones in the recruitment and learner journey. Your ability to plan and execute campaigns will be crucial in achieving our objectives.
Ensure consistency and adherence in our college brand across all internal and external communications and publications. You'll be the guardian of our visual identity, ensuring that every piece of content reflects our brand values including continuous monitoring and challenging of colleagues.
Provide support to the Marketing Team in various operational activities, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to promote our college effectively and achieve our targets.
Provide evaluative reports of promotional activities and digital campaigns.
The right candidate will have:
A high standard of communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of Microsoft office and ability to adapt to new software
Ability to prioritise their workload
Have a team orientated ethos
Why choose us?
Our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be selected as finalists for the AoC Beacon awards for effective use of digital Technology in FE. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations, or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail.
What we offer:
A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn
Excellent pension provision
Annual Staff Awards
CPD days - opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching
Free onsite parking
Staff appreciation days
Eye care vouchers
Onsite Starbucks & Restaurant
Well-being days & activities
Electric Vehicle Scheme*
Discounted gym membership
Hybrid Working available
Fully immersive teaching rooms allow simultaneous online teaching at multiple locations
Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, 365 days offering legal & financial advice, as well as general support & guidance
* subject to terms & conditions

ROLE PURPOSE / SUMMARY The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System comprises the Integrated Care Board (ICB), which is the statutory body for the NHS, and the Integrated Care Partnership (ICP), which is a committee of the ICB, and brings together key health, care, community and voluntary sector organisations across the area. The ICS has a bold ambition to deliver improved outcomes for our 1.2m population through our four Alliances, and we are placing clinical and professional leadership and the voice of our residents at the heart of realizing this ambition. Our communications team supports the delivery of the priorities and objectives of the ICB through the delivery of excellent communications focused on our patients, staff and wider communities alongside supporting the development of excellent relationships with partners and stakeholders locally, regionally and nationally. As Communications Officer you will support the communications team to advise on and deliver communications both corporately and for key strategic programmes including health inequalities, prevention and population health management. COMPETENCY BASED KEY DELIVERABLES Content Creation: Producing high-quality written content such as press releases, articles, blog posts, social media updates, and website content to inform and engage both internal and external stakeholders. Media Relations: Building and maintaining positive relationships with media outlets, journalists, and press contacts. Responding to media inquiries and organizing media events or press conferences when necessary. Crisis Communications: Assisting in crisis communication planning and execution, providing timely and accurate information during emergencies or sensitive situations. Branding and Design: Ensuring consistent application of NHS branding guidelines across all communication materials, and overseeing the design of visual assets such as posters, flyers, and infographics. Event Management: Organizing and promoting NHS events, conferences, and public engagement activities to raise awareness and foster community participation. Monitoring and Evaluation: Tracking the effectiveness of communication activities using metrics and analytics. Evaluating the impact of campaigns and making data-driven recommendations for improvement. Collaboration with Stakeholders: Working closely with other departments, healthcare professionals, patient groups, and community organisations to align communication efforts and support various initiatives. Research and Trend Analysis: Staying informed about the latest communication trends, healthcare industry developments, and public attitudes towards healthcare to inform communication strategies. Budget Management: Managing the communication budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions, and reporting on expenditure. Training and Development: Conducting workshops or training sessions for NHS staff on communication best practices and guidelines.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Role: Head of Media Studies

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 1 FTE

Pay Scale: MPS/UPS Plus TLR 2a £3214pa

Vacancy Closing Date: 6th November 2024 at 12 noon

William de Ferrers School is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Head of Media Studies to join our team at an exciting new phase in the school’s journey. Recently joining the CLP Trust and under the leadership of our new Executive Headteacher, we are committed to providing innovative and high-quality education. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious teacher to make a lasting impact on our students and the development of media studies within our school.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

What the school offers its staff

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;
• Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
• The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs

and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Role: Head of Media Studies

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 1 FTE

Pay Scale: MPS/UPS Plus TLR 2a £3214pa

Vacancy Closing Date: 14th October 2024 at 12 noon

William de Ferrers School is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Head of Media Studies to join our team at an exciting new phase in the school’s journey. Recently joining the CLP Trust and under the leadership of our new Executive Headteacher, we are committed to providing innovative and high-quality education. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious teacher to make a lasting impact on our students and the development of media studies within our school.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

What the school offers its staff

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;
• Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
• The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs

and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Role: Head of Media Studies

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 1 FTE

Pay Scale: MPS/UPS Plus TLR 2a £3214pa

Vacancy Closing Date: 30th September 2024 at 12 noon

William de Ferrers School is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Head of Media Studies to join our team at an exciting new phase in the school’s journey. Recently joining the CLP Trust and under the leadership of our new Executive Headteacher, we are committed to providing innovative and high-quality education. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious teacher to make a lasting impact on our students and the development of media studies within our school.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

What the school offers its staff

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people;
• Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
• The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs

and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Internal Communications Officer

Braintree District Council

Fixed Term, Full Time

£29,023 to £33,322

Location: Braintree

Closing Date: 02/09/2024

Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree Council to recruit this Internal Communications Officer.

To Apply for this role please click here: Internal Communications Officer

The Opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Internal Communications Officer to join our Marketing and Communications team for a fixed term period of two years.

Taking a lead on the implementation of communication strategies that engage, excite, inform and inspire, you will be responsible for communicating key corporate announcements; creating and managing two-way engagement and internal communication channels and campaigns.

Braintree District Council is undergoing an enormous amount of change under its Fit for the Future programme, and the Communications team plays an important role in ensuring employees are kept informed and engaged. This role will be a key part of that in delivering structured, consistent communications about the programme.

Experience:

Our ideal candidate will have proven experience in internal or corporate communications and in developing and delivering campaigns.

You will have excellent communication, project management and organisational skills, good attention to detail and the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders.

You will also be able to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, and be proactive and flexible.

This is an exciting and key new role to ensure our employees remain informed and engaged with the Council's vision for the future. If you're an expert on all things internal comms and want to work for a dynamic and innovative local authority, we would love to hear from you.

Accountabilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive internal communication plans that support business goals and employee engagement initiatives.
• Create, edit, and distribute high-quality content for various internal communication channels, including newsletters, intranet, emails, and social media.

• Deliver a proactive approach to internal communications through use of forward planning.
• Participate in the design and delivery of campaigns implementing and measuring their effectiveness.
• Work with the Marketing and Communications Manager to deliver internal strategies and plans.
• Collaborate with HR to design and execute programs and campaigns that boost employee morale, recognition, and engagement.
• Assist in managing internal communications during crises or critical events, ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination.
• Develop and manage feedback channels to gauge the effectiveness of internal communications and identify areas for improvement.
• Encourage best practice and innovation by benchmarking and understanding current trends and new developments in internal communication.
• Ensure all internal communications are consistent with the company's brand voice and values.
• Track and analyse the performance of internal communication initiatives, providing regular reports and recommendations for improvement.

Why choose Braintree District Council?

Braintree is an ambitious and dynamic Council and is becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.

Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative, innovative, and forward-thinking approach which is led by our employees. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Flexible working
• Free parking
• Local government pension scheme *
• Learning and development for all employees
• Employee discounts scheme
• Employee recognition scheme
• Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership

For an informal chat about this role, please call Tania Roberge on 01376 552525.

To apply, click here: Internal Communications Officer

Closing date for receipt of applications: Midnight on Monday 2nd September 2024.

Interviews will take place on 11th September 2024.

Please Note - Essex County Council is advertising this role on behalf of Braintree District Council and if successful you will be employed by Braintree District Council.

ROLE PURPOSE / SUMMARY The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System comprises the Integrated Care Board (ICB), which is the statutory body for the NHS, and the Integrated Care Partnership (ICP), which is a committee of the ICB, and brings together key health, care, community and voluntary sector organisations across the area. The ICS has a bold ambition to deliver improved outcomes for our 1.2m population through our four Alliances, and we are placing clinical and professional leadership and the voice of our residents at the heart of realizing this ambition. Our communications team supports the delivery of the priorities and objectives of the ICB through the delivery of excellent communications focused on our patients, staff and wider communities alongside supporting the development of excellent relationships with partners and stakeholders locally, regionally and nationally. As Communications Officer you will support the communications team to advise on and deliver communications both corporately and for key strategic programmes including health inequalities, prevention and population health management. COMPETENCY BASED KEY DELIVERABLES Content Creation: Producing high-quality written content such as press releases, articles, blog posts, social media updates, and website content to inform and engage both internal and external stakeholders. Media Relations: Building and maintaining positive relationships with media outlets, journalists, and press contacts. Responding to media inquiries and organizing media events or press conferences when necessary. Crisis Communications: Assisting in crisis communication planning and execution, providing timely and accurate information during emergencies or sensitive situations. Branding and Design: Ensuring consistent application of NHS branding guidelines across all communication materials, and overseeing the design of visual assets such as posters, flyers, and infographics. Event Management: Organizing and promoting NHS events, conferences, and public engagement activities to raise awareness and foster community participation. Monitoring and Evaluation: Tracking the effectiveness of communication activities using metrics and analytics. Evaluating the impact of campaigns and making data-driven recommendations for improvement. Collaboration with Stakeholders: Working closely with other departments, healthcare professionals, patient groups, and community organisations to align communication efforts and support various initiatives. Research and Trend Analysis: Staying informed about the latest communication trends, healthcare industry developments, and public attitudes towards healthcare to inform communication strategies. Budget Management: Managing the communication budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions, and reporting on expenditure. Training and Development: Conducting workshops or training sessions for NHS staff on communication best practices and guidelines.

Job Details Salary: £27,377 - £28,990Location: Cross CampusHours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks of the year Contract Type: Permanent Reference: SR1602TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE HEAD TO THE USP COLLEGE WEBSITE Job Overview:
Be at the forefront of delivering innovative and inspiring content to a number stakeholders. This position will lead the collation, creation and distribution of news stories, on-campus activities and educational content to engage all stakeholders. Take charge of our brand image and how the College is perceived through its external and internal marketing presence. Engage and grow our 15,000 social followers with content that demonstrates our career-focused and innovative approach to education. Ultimately, creating and delivering compelling campaigns to meet student recruitment objectives. Duties & Responsibilities Lead in amplifying our social media presence, engaging our vibrant community of over 15,000 followers with compelling content that reflects our innovative approach to education. From captivating stories to interactive campaigns, you'll be the driving force behind our social media success. Keeping ahead of developments and trends to ensure engaging and competitive campaigns. Build, forge and maintain meaningful connections with our wider community. Through social media engagements and conversations as well as relationship building to collaboratively share USP College’s story.
Unleash your creativity as you curate and share exciting stories across a multitude of platforms, from newsletters to social media, website to staff intranet. Your storytelling and information gathering will captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression of USP College. Be the driving force and lead our internal communications initiatives, ensuring that colleagues are informed, inspired, and engaged as ambassadors of our college's strategy. Utilise a variety of channels to disseminate information effectively including monthly newsletters, updating our college app and exploring new methods for engagement and delivery. Champion the values and strategic direction of the college and empower others to become brand ambassadors. Assist in the preparation, design, and delivery of eye-catching publicity materials for various purposes, including events, student recruitment, and public relations. Your creative flair and eye for details will play a pivotal role in promoting our college's offerings and achievements to a range of stakeholders. Coordinate digital campaigns in alignment with our marketing calendar, strategically hitting key milestones in the recruitment and learner journey. Your ability to plan and execute campaigns will be crucial in achieving our objectives. Ensure consistency and adherence in our college brand across all internal and external communications and publications. You'll be the guardian of our visual identity, ensuring that every piece of content reflects our brand values including continuous monitoring and challenging of colleagues. Provide support to the Marketing Team in various operational activities, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to promote our college effectively and achieve our targets.Job Requirements: Experience in social media management. Proven ability to produce engaging content across various platforms. Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite.
Photography The right candidate will have: Degree in Marketing or related field. Experience in website content management. Previous engagement with media contacts and press releases.Why choose us:
Our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be selected as finalists for the AoC Beacon awards for effective use of digital Technology in FE. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations, or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail. What we offer: A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn. Excellent pension provision Annual Staff Awards CPD days - opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching Free onsite parking Staff appreciation days Eye care vouchers Onsite Starbucks & Restaurant Well-being days & activities Electric Vehicle Scheme* Discounted gym membership. Fully immersive teaching rooms allowing online teaching simultaneously at multiple locations. Hybrid Working available. Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, 365 days offering legal & financial advice, as well as general support & guidance. *subject to terms & conditions

Community Marketing and PR Assistant

Fixed Term, Part Time

£23,344 per annum, pro rata

Location: Colchester

Please note that this is a fixed term contract / secondment opportunity till the 31st of December 2025 and is a part time role, offering 18.5 hours per week which will ideally be 2 full days and 1 half day, but all possible working patterns will be considered and can be discussed at interview, but there will need to be some flexibility to meet business need.

Most of the time you will be based in an ACL centre or out in the community so remote/home-based working will be minimal.

The Opportunity

Adult Community Learning (ACL) is Essex County Council's (ECC) provider of lifelong learning experiences for Essex residents.

ACL offers qualifications to help people move nearer to, enter or progress within the workplace or gain skills to enhance life chances.  The service focuses many of its programmes and activities on the hardest to reach communities within Essex.  ACL learners have access to a diverse range of non-accredited courses which encourage, healthy lifestyles, social inclusion and access to work. 

The Community Marketing and PR Assistant will raise awareness of ACL services across Essex. They will work within the community supporting the existing ACL Marketing Team.

Accountabilities

• Under the direction of the ACL Marketing & PR Lead, create and support the co-ordination of multichannel communications to raise awareness of ACL courses.
• Work with the Marketing & PR Officers to create localised social media campaigns that increase enrolments
• Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders to promote ACL services in community places and spaces
• Create and update website content as required
• Assist in the production of offline marketing materials, for instance posters, leaflets, campaign flyers, letters and adverts.
• Attend relevant events, and as required set up events, to promote the ACL offer
• Assist with paperwork including collation of digital feedback forms
• Carry out other relevant tasks as identified by the ACL Marketing & PR Lead

The Experience You Will Bring

Essential:

• Excellent communication skills and ability to talk to people from all walks of live.
• Previous experience of professional use of social media and marketing.
• Able to work under own initiative to achieve targets and positive outcomes
• A proven track record within a sales / target led role.

Desirable:

• Level 2 IAG qualification or be prepared to work towards one.
• Experience of sales and marketing within an educational setting.
• Previous experience of organising events.

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

Chelmsford College are seeking a dynamic, confident and skilled creative person, who is passionate about young people and has good technical abilities in Creative Production.
You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of bespoke programmes across the department.
As a Technician, you will play a key role in inspiring, encouraging and helping to advance young people by managing equipment and supporting sessions that improve their personal and professional skills, using creative production as an engagement tool.
You will lead in the managing of Media equipment and materials, communicating with the Curriculum Team supporting planning, implementing and delivery of lessons; ensuring that all are delivered effectively to achieve maximum impact.
In addition to this you will be required to support students and coach them to produce content for live client briefs and run exhibitions.
You will:
• Be able to proficiently support creative lessons primarily Photography & Film
• Be able to use Microsoft Office Suite
• Have experience of supporting Camera’s, Video and audio equipment
• Have experience of using Adobe creative suite
The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments.
Starting salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills, and experience.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applications will be considered upon receipt.

Communications Lead - Waste and Recycling

Fixed Term, Full Time

Up to £44,612 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

Working Style: Anywhere worker

Please note this role is a fixed-term contract opportunity until March 2026.

The Opportunity

Join the Circular Economy and Strategy Team in our mission to transform Essex into a Safer, Greener, and Healthier County. We're dedicated to minimising the impact on the environment by supporting residents to reduce waste and increase the amount recycled, and by working with others to deliver a more circular economy.

The Communications Lead is a new position where you'll be instrumental in developing and driving the team's engagement with the public, partners, and stakeholders on recycling and waste.

We are seeking a passionate individual to lead a team and champion engaging and innovative external communications and campaigns that deliver lasting behaviour change.

Join us in creating a brighter, more sustainable future for Essex!

What will you be doing?

As Communications Lead, you will be responsible for coordinating the development and delivery of external communications and campaigns. Your role will manage a team working with a variety of channels including traditional and online media, social media and direct engagement through the Love Essex brand.

The role requires an individual who will proactively lead the team to develop and deliver high quality campaigns and initiatives with partners, including use of insight, impact evaluation and delivery of timely responsive communications.

Working closely alongside the Behaviour Change Lead to support the delivery of the Waste Reduction Behaviour Change programme ensuring ambitious waste reduction and increased recycling goals are met.

What's in it for you?

• Healthy work life balance; flexible and hybrid working options
• Wide range of learning and development opportunities
• IT equipment and home-working equipment supplied
• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays + choice to buy extra
• Generous Local Government Salary related pension scheme
• Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards
• Access to our health and wellbeing support platform with Vita Health Group
• Up to 4 days per annum volunteering leave
• Life assurance of three times annual salary
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Private health and dental care plans

The Experience You Will Bring

Essential:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent by experience.
• Significant experience of executing successful external communications/campaigns that drive behavioural change on behalf of a large, complex organisation in-line with brand guidelines.
• Line management experience with the ability to lead and inspire a high performing team.
• Experience of using data and insight to design communications/campaign activity, monitor in real time, report on impact and effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal writing and presentation skills and an ability to communicate clearly and accurately to a variety of audiences, with experience of reputational management and crisis communications.

Desirable :

• Evidence of continuing professional development and expert knowledge in relevant professional area
• Experience of working in a political environment, skills in understanding and responding to different perspectives and taking a cross organisational and cross-partner perspective.
• A broad interest and understanding of waste management, environmental issues and wider circular economy issues.

Interview Details

Interviews are scheduled to take place on 16th and 18th April 2024 at County Hall in Chelmsford. As part of the interview process you may be asked to create a virtual presentation.

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