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6 days ago
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) as a Communications and Engagement Manager. As a key member of the News and Media team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the narrative of the city-region and promoting the work of the GMCA.
Key Responsibilities- Provide specialist news and media support to the Mayor, Chief Executive, and directors of the GMCA, as well as the Chief Fire Officer of Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and the leaders and chief executives of the ten councils in Greater Manchester.
- Work closely with local, national, and international media to deliver reactive and planned media coverage, highlighting the GMCA's trailblazing policy initiatives and achievements.
- Develop and implement creative media plans to raise awareness of the GMCA's mission and delivery of its Corporate Plan and the Greater Manchester Strategy.
- Line manage two Senior Communications and Media Officers, providing guidance, direction, and pastoral care to support their professional development.
- Contribute to the smooth running of the News and Media team, helping to manage workloads and identify opportunities to improve ways of working.
- Provide expert news and media advice and delivery to colleagues in other parts of the Communications and Engagement team, as well as policy officers and political leaders.
- Substantial experience of working in or with the media, with a strong understanding of how national and regional newsrooms and news cycles work in both traditional and digital outlets.
- A great eye for a story and a strong network of national media contacts.
- Ability to translate complex ideas and information into clear and compelling pitches and content, while handling sensitive information appropriately.
- Experience dealing with complex stories and investigative/data journalism would be an advantage.
- Specialist knowledge of how to approach and engage effectively with the media, developed in a political or media environment, and underpinned by theory and experience.
- Experience of developing, pitching, and delivering news and media output which meets a strategic goal and evaluating the effectiveness of this work.
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is a unique employer, comprising a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers. We value diversity and aim to recruit a workforce that reflects the diverse communities across Greater Manchester.
We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and supportive, and we encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of their background or characteristics.
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