Rewards and Benefits

* Immediate start date.

* Varied and interesting job role.

* Great resources.

* Great team culture.

* Hybrid working available

* Any support required is provided.

MTrec's Client Opportunity

We are proudly representing our public sector client based in Newcastle City Centre. They are currently looking for a Communications Officer to join their team on a temporary basis. If you are interested and meet the person specification of the job role, please apply below.

The Job you will be doing

* Take an active role in developing digital communications, delivering engaging content

* Plan, write, edit and review communication and marketing materials including for blogs, reports, editorial, social media and advertisements used across the clients channels

* Engage in forward planning and working with the team, partners and stakeholders to identify communications opportunities which maximise the organisation's impact

* Oversee the production process for reports including the proofing, design, approval and publication

* Monitor and evaluate communications activity and produce reports suitable for senior management team, partners and stakeholders

* Liaise with third party suppliers to ensure commissioned work is completed to the right standard, on time and in budget

* Support media relations activities

* Produce and manage a regular newsletter and manage a bulk email system ensuring GDPR is properly applied

* Manage the company website ensuring it is up to date and accurate, and troubleshoot any issues with technical support service

* Keep up to date with new developments in the communications industry

* Undertake any other communications team duties as directed by the Head of Communications

About You

* Experience of developing and delivering multi-platform communications campaigns/strategies

* Experience of planning and delivering social media campaigns including producing creative content, using appropriate methods of digital engagement, targeting audiences and continuous development of these skills

* The ability to write clear, concise and accurate copy for a range of channels including websites, press releases, publications and social media

* Excellent communication, organisational and presentation skills, together with an ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines

* Experience of operating standard IT packages including Microsoft Office, content management systems and social media management/listening systems

* Ability to brief and monitor third party contractors

* Knowledge of accessibility standards in digital and print formats

* Knowledge and experience of using analytical and data gathering tools to improve customer experience and the effectiveness of digital content and campaigns

* Experience of using Mailchimp and Wordpress is desirable but not essential

* Experience of laying out reports using templates

* Experience of google analytics

* Proofreading skills with an excellent grasp of grammar