Communications Manager - Communications - Counter Terrorism Policing HQ

Guardian Jobs; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive communications leader to drive strategies that enhance public safety initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with law enforcement and contribute to significant operational objectives. You will be part of a dynamic team, focusing on delivering impactful communications that engage key audiences and support the mission to protect the public from terrorism. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to influence change, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and implementing communications strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement communications strategies for priority programmes.
• Build relationships with senior officers and stakeholders across the country.

Skills

Communications Strategy

Stakeholder Engagement

Content Planning

Evaluation and Improvement

Relationship Building

Education

Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

Job Purpose

The job holder will be responsible for defining and implementing communications strategies for priority programmes and projects that contribute directly to CTP’s mission to protect the public from terrorism. You will work closely with colleagues across the national Counter Terrorism Policing network, as well as with senior police officers and police staff.

You’ll be part of a highly motivated communications team, with the chance to learn from senior officers and police staff and work on one of the most important issues to the public. But 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 our key audiences have the information they need, when they need it. You’ll be a positive advocate for communications as a profession, able to explain how it contributes to CTP’s overall mission. You'll provide your expertise and support to senior officers and police staff across our national network, and play an active role in building the communications profession within CTP.

Job Requirements

We 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 officers and colleagues right across the country, as well as with stakeholders from law enforcement 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. You’ll build and maintain great relationships and use your network to support not only your own projects but CTP’s wider communication strategy.

You’ll make your presence felt as a positive and proactive member of the team and national communications network. You may have line management responsibilities, but whether you have direct reports or not, you’ll be constantly on the lookout for opportunities to share best practice, support your colleagues and contribute to wider network initiatives, including on Learning & Development. You will take active steps to contribute to our shared commitment to Inclusion, Diversity & Equality.

You will bring energy, purpose and a new ideas to our mission. You’ll look for opportunities to improve what we do and help to ensure that that the work we do is constantly evolving to meet the threat from terrorism that we face, and the communications environment that we operate in.

How to apply

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Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement, and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).

Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 20^th May 2025.