Communications Officer

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organisation seeks a Communications Officer for a fixed-term contract until December 2025. This role focuses on enhancing the organisation's profile through strategic communication, content creation, and media relations, in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading communications projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in higher education or research-focused organisations.
• Strong writing skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key contact for high-priority communication projects.
• Research, write, and edit various content forms.
• Monitor media and manage press enquiries.

Skills

Communications

Content Creation

Media Relations

Stakeholder Engagement

Writing

Education

Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or related field

Job description

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A leading non-profit organisation is looking for a Communications Officer to join their team on a fixed term-contract until the end of the year. This an exciting opportunity for a communications professional to join a fast-paced team responsible for promoting and advancing the reputation/ profile of the organisation using traditional and digital communications and content.

Key responsibilities:

Strategic Communications & Stakeholder Support

• Act as a main point of contact for high-priority projects, providing trusted communications advice to project teams.
• Collaborate with internal communications and engagement colleagues to develop and implement tailored communications plans.
• Provide strategic input and support to senior staff on public responses and external messaging, including proofreading and editing.

Content Creation & Editorial

• Research, write, and edit a range of engaging content including news stories, newsletters, blog posts, case studies, briefings, social media copy, and evaluation reports.
• Ensure all content is accurate, on-message, and aligned with organisational goals.

Media Relations

• Monitor media coverage and compile regular reports to assess communications impact.
• Manage responses to media enquiries, including via shared inboxes, and support out-of-hours media handling as needed.
• Coordinate media-related activities such as arranging interviews, preparing spokespersons, and attending press events.
• Build and maintain relationships with key media contacts and external partners.
• Identify media opportunities and work with stakeholders to develop and disseminate press materials that reflect the organisation’s goals and values.

Person specification:

• A degree (or equivalent experience) in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
• Experience working within the higher education sector or a research-focused organisation.
• Proven track record of leading communications projects in collaboration with multiple stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience in a press office or communications setting, and/or a background in journalism.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging, and accessible digital content for diverse audiences.

Location: London

Contract length: until December 2025

Hybrid working: 2 days per week on site

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged