Part-time Communications Officer (3 days a week)

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Part-time Communications Officer to enhance community engagement through strategic communications. The role involves designing campaigns, managing media relations, and creating content across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in communications or PR, and a degree in a related field.

Benefits

Competitive salary pro-rata

Generous holiday allowance (starting at 26 days pro-rata)

Flexible hybrid working

Culture of equality, inclusion, and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Proven track record in communications, PR, journalism, or digital media.
• Strong writing and editing skills across multiple platforms.
• Experience in local government or public sector is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver strategic communications campaigns.
• Manage media relations and act as a spokesperson.
• Create engaging content for web, social media, print, and video.

Skills

Campaign planning

Content creation

Media relations

Writing and editing

Digital savviness

Education

Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, PR

Job description

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

Client: Hays

Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category: Virtual job fairs, Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 1

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 recruiting for a Communications Officer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to transform how the Communications team engages with residents, customers, and stakeholders through digital and traditional channels.

What You'll Do:

• Design and deliver strategic communications campaigns
• Manage media relations and act as a spokesperson
• Create engaging content for web, social media, print, and video
• Support internal communications and change programmes
• Collaborate with partners on joint campaigns
• Provide crisis communication support when needed

Ideal Candidate:

• 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 communication evaluation and digital tools
• Experience in local government or the public sector
• Familiarity with AI tools and emerging digital platforms

Qualifications:

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

Benefits:

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

Please apply with your updated CV. For an informal discussion about the role, contact us using the details below. If interested, click 'apply now' to submit your CV. If this role isn't suitable, contact us for a confidential career discussion.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR, United Kingdom