Strategic Media Planner for Government Communications

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP); England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in the UK is seeking a Press Officer to manage media relations and communications. Responsibilities include proactive and reactive media handling, news planning, and content creation for digital channels. Ideal candidates should have experience in a fast-paced media environment and strong presentation skills. The role is full-time and offers a mid-senior level position in a dynamic governmental setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in press office or media relations environment is essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Understanding of multimedia landscape and news cycle.

Responsibilities

• Plan news and work with teams to ensure proactive media handling.
• Manage breaking stories and draft communication responses.
• Create content for digital channels and ensure accurate information is shared.

Skills

Media planning

Attention to detail

Reactive media handling

Presentation skills

Content creation for digital platforms

Collaborative working

Job description

A governmental agency in the UK is seeking a Press Officer to manage media relations and communications. Responsibilities include proactive and reactive media handling, news planning, and content creation for digital channels. Ideal candidates should have experience in a fast-paced media environment and strong presentation skills. The role is full-time and offers a mid-senior level position in a dynamic governmental setting.