Part-time Communications Officer (3 days a week)

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading public sector organization in Coventry is seeking a part-time Communications Officer to enhance engagement through creative campaigns. This role offers the chance to work collaboratively in a dynamic team, focusing on impactful communications with residents, customers, and stakeholders. Ideal for candidates with a strong background in communications, PR, or journalism, this position emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and inclusivity within the workplace.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Generous holiday allowance starting at 26 days

Competitive salary pro rata

Qualifications

• Creative communicator with a passion for public service.
• Proven track record in communications, PR, journalism, or digital media.
• Familiar with AI tools and emerging digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver strategic communications campaigns.
• Manage media relations and act as a spokesperson.
• Create engaging content for various platforms.

Skills

Campaign planning

Content creation

Media relations

Writing skills

Digital literacy

Education

Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or PR

Job description

Part-time Communications Officer (3 days a week), coventry

Client:

Hays

Location:

coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Are you a creative communicator with a passion for public service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your ideas can shape how a city connects with its people?
I am proud to be working in partnership with a public sector organisation who are recruiting for a Communications Officer to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity where you will play a key role in transforming how the Communications team engages with its residents, customers, and stakeholders across a growing range of digital and traditional channels.
What You'll Do:
You'll lead the charge on high-impact internal and external campaigns that inform, inspire, and empower. From crafting compelling press releases and social media content to advising senior leaders and managing media relations, your work will help ensure our communities stay connected to the services they rely on.
Your responsibilities will include:

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• Designing and delivering strategic communications campaigns
• Managing media relations and acting as a spokesperson
• Creating engaging content for web, social, print, and video
• Supporting internal communications and change programmes
• Collaborating with partners on joint campaigns
• Providing crisis comms support when needed

They are looking for communicators who are:

• Skilled in campaign planning and content creation
• Confident working with media, stakeholders, and senior leaders
• Digitally savvy with a flair for storytelling
• Organised, adaptable, and collaborative
• Proven track record in communications, PR, journalism, or digital media
• Strong writing and editing skills across multiple platforms
• Understanding of comms evaluation and digital tools
• Local government or public sector experience
• Familiarity with AI tools and emerging digital platforms

Qualifications:

• Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, PR, or equivalent experience

What's in it for you?
An opportunity to be a part of a forward-thinking authority with a strong sense of purpose. You'll be part of a supportive, enthusiastic team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
The benefits:

• Competitive salary pro rata
• Generous holiday allowance (starting at 26 days pro rata)
• Part-time 3 days a week
• Flexible hybrid working
• A culture that champions equality, inclusion, and wellbeing

Please click apply now with your up-to-date CV or if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role and organisation in more detail, then please contact me with my details below.
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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom