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A large public sector organisation is currently recruiting for a Communications Manager for an initial 6 month contract.
The rate will be £550 - £600 per day umbrella (inside IR35).
You will be based in central London with hybrid working available (2 – 3 days on site per week)
You would be responsible for defining and implementing communications strategies for priority programmes and projects that contribute directly to their mission.
You’ll be part of a highly motivated communications team, with the chance to learn from senior colleagues. You’ll also have the opportunity to draw on your own experience and initiative to plan and deliver communications that support wider organisational and operational objectives.
Whether your focus is internal or external, your primary goal will be to ensure that their key audiences have the information they need, when they need it. You’ll provide your expertise and support to senior staff across our national network, and play an active role in building the communications profession within the organisation.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
They are looking for a leader, or aspiring leader, who has the experience and confidence to plan and implement communications activity that supports a range of operational and organisational priorities.
You will need to be a self-starter, able to quickly grasp new projects or priorities, or refresh and refine an existing approach. You will need to balance the strategic with the tactical, with a real focus on delivery. You’ll need to build excellent relationships with senior stakeholders across the organisation, as well as with stakeholders from their partners, government, business and other groups.
You’ll have a good understanding of the different channels at your disposal and will use audience insight to choose the right approach. You’ll be focused on outcomes and changing behaviour and will use evaluation to drive continuous improvement of your plans. You’ll take responsibility for planning and producing content, and will work collaboratively with others to plan, programme and deliver your work.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS (PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL)
- Proven experience (4+ years) leading large scale communications projects, with track record of translating business challenges into successful communication strategies, plans and campaigns
- Ability to use insight and research to plan and refine communications activity to reach and engage target audiences
- Strong understanding of a range of communications disciplines and channels, using knowledge to plan and adapt chosen approach
- Experience of forward planning and managing day-to-day communications and engagement activity, coordinated as part of wider organisational activity
- Strong track record of delivery, including taking responsibility for commissioning and producing high quality content and other deliverables
- Innovative and creative mind-set, bringing new ideas to solve tough challenges
- Evidence of best practice in tracking and measuring the impact of communications and its contribution to wider organisational objectives
- Ability to form effective working relationships across a full range of internal and external stakeholders, including with seniors
- Confidence and credibility in a range of scenarios, including delivering impactful and engaging presentations and communications advice on your projects
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