Senior Marketing, Publications and Partnerships Officer

Job DescriptionFull timeHybrid (2 days working near central London)Six month initial contract, extendable£42-£45K per annum depending on experience Inside IR35 working through WestcoApply by COP May 1st 2024One of our clients, a dynamic local authority in London, is looking for a talented communications professional to join their team and help them effectively communicate their initiatives, engage residents, and drive positive change in the borough.The Communications Team is at the centre of the Council and has a high impact on the services and audiences it serves. It provides strategic leadership on media relations, public relation, event management, community engagement, publications, social media management and monitoring, branding, design and the councils websites. It is also responsible for the operational oversight, delivery and coordination of all communications activity across the wider council.As the Senior Marketing, Publications and Partnerships Officer you will be help manage our publications, partnership and digital marketing and our storytelling through case studies. You will be central to shaping the organisation's public image, fostering relationships with external partners, and driving engagement through effective communication strategies.RequirementsCommunications Account Manager for Directorate Portfolios providing senior Cabinet level supportDeveloping and implementing communication strategies to support organisational goals and objectivesFacilitating partnerships with voluntary, civil society and community groups outlets to amplify the organisation's messageManaging the creation and distribution of publications, including press magazines, newsletters, and other marketing materialsCollaborating with internal departments to ensure alignment of messaging and brandingMonitoring and analysing communication metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns and initiativesStaying informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to continuously improve communication effortsCultivating relationships with key borough influencers, journalists, and thought leaders to enhance the organisation's reputation and visibilityCommunications planning (GRIDS) for your portfolio area Team leadership, management and developmentProactively create compelling communications materials to communicate key messages to various audiencesPlanning and execution of integrated campaigns across multiple channels, including digital, social media, printStay informed about relevant issues, trends, and developments in local government, PR, and communications, and apply insights to enhance our approachBenefitsWestco is a marketing agency with a vast range of services from creative to programmatic advertising and campaign planning. We are driven by a strong mission to be The Agency for Social Good and as part of the Westco family, you will have access to a wealth of expertise.Access to all Westco Academy courses for FREEHealthcare Cash Plan offering a wide range of health support (chiropractors, dentists, private GP etc) - via BUPAEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)Display Screen - eyesight test via HR-PathRetirement Savings PlanSeason Ticket Loan Cycle to Work Scheme for up to £2k (with Evans Cycles) Volunteering days for a charity of your choice (up 16h per annum)Staff socials Access to senior colleagues for best practices and a wide range of communications and campaign templates
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