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This is a 6-month contract role with a local authority, designed to support the communication of the Council's priorities, services, and achievements while protecting and enhancing the Council’s reputation. The Communications and Public Affairs Officer will play a crucial role in developing and delivering corporate communications, marketing campaigns, media relations, stakeholder engagement, and public affairs activities across various channels.
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Support the development and implementation of the Council's communications and public affairs strategies.
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Deliver effective internal and external communications campaigns using a range of channels and platforms.
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Produce high-quality communication materials, including press releases, briefings, newsletters, reports, presentations, and digital content.
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Ensure all communications are clear, accurate, accessible, and aligned with corporate objectives.
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Promote and protect the Council's brand, ensuring consistency across all communications.
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Experience working in a communications, marketing, public relations, or public affairs role.
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Experience planning and delivering communication campaigns across multiple channels.
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Experience in media relations and stakeholder engagement.
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Experience in project management within a communications environment.
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Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent experience.
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Relevant qualification in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Media, or a related discipline, or significant equivalent experience.
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Location: Dudley (Hybrid – 3 days on-site or as required at short notice)
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Start Date: Within one week of acceptance
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Schedule: Bi-weekly
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Application Deadline: The role closes on 27th July 2026, apply ASAP.
To support the communication of the Council's priorities, services, and achievements while protecting and enhancing the Council’s reputation.
