Deputy Communications Officer

3 weeks ago


Belfast, United Kingdom MPA Recruitment Full time

**Job Title**: Deputy Communications Officer

**Salary range**: £39,442 - £40,625

**Hours of work**:37 Hours Per Week (Monday
- Friday)

**Place of Work**:Belfast

The Communications Office business area is responsible for providing information to the media, the public, government departments and other stakeholders through various means including media relations, broadcasting services and digital channels.

The Deputy Communications Officer, as part of the Communications Office team is responsible for providing information concerning the work and membership of the department and to the media, the public, Executive Departments, external bodies and other personnel
- **The main duties and responsibilities of the Deputy Communications Officer are**:_
- Identifying, developing and leading on communications opportunities to promote the work of public-facing business areas
- Creating strategic and engaging content for a wide range of platforms and audiences, including press releases, web pages, advertisements, social media posts, graphics, and videos
- Planning, delivering and managing a programme of audience-focussed, crosschannel communications and marketing campaigns, including budget for paid activity
- Responding to and managing media enquiries in a timely and professional manner, including liaising with senior staff, developing and managing drafts, obtaining sign-off, recording and filing responses, and monitoring output
- Drafting content to prepare the Speaker, Committee Chairs and senior staff for media opportunities e.g. lines-to-take, briefing notes, speaking notes etc.
- Advising the Speaker, Committee Chairs, senior staff and business areas on communications objectives and creating communications plans to reach those objectives, including advising on the best methods, messages and channels to reach and influence target audiences.
- Tracking, measuring and evaluating communications activities and reporting on successes and learnings / insight.
- Researching and implementing creative and innovative approaches to communication and engagement.
- Representing the business at internal and external meetings and representing the Communications Office across various working groups.
- Monitoring and evaluating coverage of the Business in the media and other outlets, including print, broadcast and online

**Essential Criteria**:
must include English Language; plus at least two ‘A’ level passes at

**AND **At least 1 years’ experience in the areas specified at (iii) below;
**OR**

(ii) At least 3 years’ experience in the areas specified at (iii) below:
(iii) (a) Working in a Press Office/Communications Office environment;
(b) Working with print, broadcast and online media; and

(c) Demonstrating an awareness of political sensitivities when

dealing with the media, elected representatives, senior public

officials or members of the public.

**Salary**: £39,442.00-£40,625.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- At least 1 years’ experience in the areas specified at (iii) below;
OR
(ii) At least 3 years’ experience in the areas specified at (iii) below:
(iii) (a) Working in a Press Office/Communications Office environment;
(b) Working with print, broadcast and online media; and
(c) Demonstrating an awareness of political sensitivities when
dealing with the media, elected representatives, senior public
officials or members of the public.

**Education**:

- A-Level or equivalent (required)

Work Location: One location



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