Communications Officer

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