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Digital Communications Manager

Employer
The House of Commons
Location
London
Salary
£37,510 per annum
Closing date
27 Jun 2021

Are you a creative thinker, who will be able to showcase a passion for explaining the work of the House of Commons to diverse audiences?

We have a fantastic position that has become available within the Digital team, which will be pivotal in helping the digital communications team to revitalise and refresh our online presence. This is a great time to join the House of Commons Communications office, at a time of growth and as we move towards launching our new communications strategy. 

The Team

The Communications Office is responsible for the House of Commons communications strategy, as well as overseeing the internal and external communications functions. This role sits in the digital communications function within external communications and works in close partnership with the Office of the Speaker of the House of Commons.

The Communications Office is responsible for the House of Commons communications strategy, as well as overseeing the internal and external communications functions.

This role sits in the digital communications function within external communications and works in close partnership with the Office of the Speaker of the House of Commons.

What will you be doing?

You will also have shared responsibility for managing and delivering innovative, accessible content on the House of Commons social media channels and on our website – in particular, the role will focus on existing channels that explain the work on of the Office of the Speaker.

You will act as a point of expertise, advising on social media and digital approaches and content, whilst ensuring at all times that your approach is impartial. You will be adept at managing diverse stakeholder relationships and navigating a complex organisational environment. Highly motivated, you will be happy to work on your own initiative, ensuring that relevant colleagues and stakeholders are clearly briefed and supportive of your work.

What are we looking for from you?

  • Experience of managing social media accounts and content in an environment where you are accountable to diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience of creating innovative and accessible multimedia content for a range of social media channels, including targeting a diverse range of audiences and the ability to adapt and design content to appeal to people from a broad range of backgrounds.
  • Excellent copywriting and proofreading skills, with experience of producing accurate and engaging copy for a range of audiences and online channels.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills and experience of working inclusively and collaboratively with diverse colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of Parliament and Government, including parliamentary procedure, with experience of exercising political awareness and providing impartial information.
  • Knowledge of social media trends and experience of adapting content to take account of emerging social media and digital developments.

So, what’s next?

We would like you to submit your online application form on the House of Commons portal. When submitting your application form, please demonstrate using examples how you meet criteria 1, 2,3,4 and 6  from the job description. All the criteria will be assessed at interview stage. You can find out more information on the role and the full criteria on the job description. 

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