Digital Communications Officer

THIS JOB HAS NOW CLOSED

Location:
Greater Manchester – all our roles are available office-based, hybrid or home-based

Hours:
Full time

Contract:
Permanent

Salary:
£36,000 - £37,387 per year

Closing date:
18 April, 2023 4:00 pm

The responsibilities of the Digital Communications Officer will include but not limited to:

Working with colleagues to create high-quality, engaging, inclusive content for a variety of channels at pace, including video, animation and graphics
Ensuring the organisation is accessible to residents through digital channels, including our website, search and social media
Review, write, edit and publish content that meets the needs of internal and external stakeholders, using content management systems
Create and design a range of publications to a high standard, in line with brand guidelines. Review content against style and accessibility guidelines. Support teams with their content queries
Evaluate the impact of our digital communications activity. Use analytics tools to inform service improvement.

The successful Digital Communications Officer will have

Experience of creating and designing publications in line with relevant guidelines
Experience of monitoring and evaluating the reach and impact of communication
The ability to tailor communication messages and style to suit the channel and audience
Knowledge of accessibility guidelines, and proven ability to implement and maintain best practice
Experience of communicating with a range of stakeholders using digital channels
Experience of using web content management systems, newsletter software and social media management tools

The successful Digital Communications Officer will benefit from:

Annual health check –
Opportunity to join the Local Government pension scheme on a final salary.
Flexible remote working (occasional office visit 1 to 2 a month)
Maternity/Paternity and Adoption leave – Good leave benefits for those employees starting a family.
Personal development allowance