MMP Consultancy are looking to recruit a Communications Officer to join a wonderful Local Authority in Essex on a temporary basis.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft and distribute press releases, statements, and briefing notes to promote council initiatives and activities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets.
Monitor media coverage and produce regular reports on public and media sentiment.
Prepare and support spokespeople such as the Chief Executive, The Leader and members of the Cabinet, including providing briefing materials and advice for interviews.

Social media posts, ensuring they reflect the organisation's values and priorities.
Plan, create, and schedule engaging and relevant content across all platforms, including text, images, and video.
Respond to comments, messages, and queries in a timely and professional manner.
Monitor social media trends and analytics to measure engagement and identify opportunities for improvement.
Work collaboratively with other teams to ensure alignment of social media messaging with broader council initiatives.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Proven experience in communications, press relations, or a related field, ideally within a public sector organisation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences and channels.
Strong knowledge of social media platforms, trends, and best practices.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
Proficiency in using communication tools, including content management systems, Microsoft 365, email marketing platforms, and social media scheduling software.
Creative flair and attention to detail, with the ability to produce high-quality content. Copywriting and editing.

Communications Officer

Head of Communications