Communications and Public Affairs Officer

6-month contract role with a local authority

Summary

• This is a 6-month contract role with a local authority, designed to support the communication of the Council's priorities, services, and achievements while protecting and enhancing the Council’s reputation. The Communications and Public Affairs Officer will play a crucial role in developing and delivering corporate communications, marketing campaigns, media relations, stakeholder engagement, and public affairs activities across various channels.
  

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of the Council's communications and public affairs strategies.
  
• Deliver effective internal and external communications campaigns using a range of channels and platforms.
  
• Produce high-quality communication materials, including press releases, briefings, newsletters, reports, presentations, and digital content.
  
• Ensure all communications are clear, accurate, accessible, and aligned with corporate objectives.
  
• Promote and protect the Council's brand, ensuring consistency across all communications.
  

Requirements

Essential Experience Required

• Experience working in a communications, marketing, public relations, or public affairs role.
  
• Experience planning and delivering communication campaigns across multiple channels.
  
• Experience in media relations and stakeholder engagement.
  
• Experience in project management within a communications environment.
  

Essential Qualifications Required

• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent experience.
  
• Relevant qualification in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Media, or a related discipline, or significant equivalent experience.
  

Additional Information

• Location: Dudley (Hybrid – 3 days on-site or as required at short notice)
  
• Start Date: Within one week of acceptance
  
• Schedule: Bi-weekly
  
• Application Deadline: The role closes on 27th July 2026, apply ASAP.