4 Marketing / PR jobs in Kelvedon, Essex

Basildon Borough Council is seeking a dynamic, skilled and versatile Communications Officer to join our dedicated communications team. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in enhancing the Council's reputation, providing clear and engaging communications principally to external audiences, although there will be a requirement to assist the Senior Internal Communications Officer from time to time when required. Principal Responsibilities Press Officer Duties

• Point of contact for media inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Draft and distribute press releases, statements, and briefing notes to promote council initiatives and activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets.
• Monitor media coverage and produce regular reports on public and media sentiment.
• Prepare and support spokespeople such as the Chief Executive, The Leader and members of the Cabinet, including providing briefing materials and advice for interviews.
Social Media channels
• Social media posts, ensuring they reflect the organisation's values and priorities.
• Plan, create, and schedule engaging and relevant content across all platforms, including text, images, and video.
• Respond to comments, messages, and queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitor social media trends and analytics to measure engagement and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with other teams to ensure alignment of social media messaging with broader council initiatives., A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• The chance to make a tangible impact in the community of Basildon.
If you are a proactive and creative communicator with a passion for public service, we want to hear from you. Join us in making a difference for Basildon Borough and its residents. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact OR #LI-Hybrid


• Proven experience in communications, press relations, or a related field, ideally within a public sector organisation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences and channels.
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms, trends, and best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using communication tools, including content management systems, Microsoft 365, email marketing platforms, and social media scheduling software.
• Creative flair and attention to detail, with the ability to produce high-quality content. Copywriting and editing.
Desirable Skills
• Experience in crisis communications and media management.
• An understanding of, and experience in, a fast-moving political environment either in central government or local government.
• Knowledge of the local government landscape and issues relevant to Basildon Borough.
• Familiarity with graphic design tools, such as Creative Cloud.
• Experience in video production and editing.