
Access our content in a way that suits you best.Including text-to-speech, reading and translation support.
Access our content in a way that suits you best.Including text-to-speech, reading and translation support.
VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with our client, a large and well-known Public Sector Organisation, in their recruitment of a Deputy Communications Officer to join their well-established team. This role is initially on a 6-month temporary basis, with possible further extension.
Responsibilities
The Communications Office business area in the Organisation is responsible for providing information to the media, the public, government departments and other stakeholders through various means including media relations, broadcasting services and digital channels. Information communicated covers the Speaker's office, plenary and committee business, the commission and public engagement activities.
The Deputy Communications Officer is responsible for providing information concerning the work and membership of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Experience
Applicants must, by the closing date for applications have:
Five GCSE passes at Grades A, B or C in five separate subjects, which must include English Language; plus at least two 'A' level passes at Grades A, B or C in any subjects
AND
OR
(ii) At least 3 years' experience in the areas specified at (iii) below:
(iii) (a) Working in a Press Office/Communications Office environment; (b) Working with print, broadcast and online media; and (c) Demonstrating an awareness of political sensitivities when dealing with the media, elected representatives, senior public officials or members of the public
Remuneration
Candidates must also be able to demonstrate, on their CV's, that they have knowledge of the Northern Ireland Assembly/Government, United Kingdom/Republic of Ireland government and cross-border institutions.
For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jamie Gault in the strictest confidence.
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