Communications Executive

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Communications Executive

Department: Communications

Report to: Head of Communications

Location: Durham – Head Office

Salary: £20,000 to £24,000 per annum

Main Purpose

• To contribute to the development and implementation of the FED’s communication programmes and activities that support its objectives.
• To maintain and enhance the FED’s reputation through pro-active and reactive communications, using all methods – internal, external, and social media.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitoring local, national and industry publications so the FED is updated with relevant industry information and breaking news and can react as necessary.
• Researching and writing pro-active story ideas and case studies for the FED website, via social media and to the national, regional and trade press.
• Drafting and distributing news releases via traditional and social media channels.
• Writing reactive statements and comments to breaking news.
• Responding to press enquiries quickly and efficiently.
• Assisting in the co-ordination of the FED’s campaigns.
• Assisting in the development of key messages and Q&As.
• Producing media briefing materials.
• Liaising with other departments to identify and maximise media opportunities over all Fed platforms.
• Assisting with proof reading and editing.
• Organising briefings for senior officials and members ahead of radio and TV interviews.
• Assisting in the production of Fed supplements – writing articles, proof-reading.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience Required

Essential

• Strong writer able to deliver good quality copy quickly.
• Experience in a previous communications/PR role.
• Good social media skills.
• Media handling experience.
• Experienced in Content Management Systems (CRM).
• Computer literate with excellent command of MS office.
• Good understanding of all digital channels, email and social media.

Desirable

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate to and negotiate with a wide range of people at all levels.
• Highly motivated and proactive.
• Adaptable, flexible, and self-motivated.
• Able to juggle multiple tasks and projects and capable of working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Meticulous eye for detail.
• Excellent inter-personal skills - team worker but able to work on their own initiative.
• Creative, innovative, and enthusiastic.

To apply please send a CV and covering letter to Adam Lear adam.lear@nfrn.org.uk

Please mention HoldtheFrontPage when applying for this role. This advert will expire on Friday 17th June 2022.