Brief overview of role

The OGA is looking for an experienced communications and public relations professional with a successful track record.

The Communications Manager is a crucial role which will grow the OGA’s communications activity in order to support the successful delivery of the OGA's priorities. The post holder will be responsible for shaping the development and implementation of a powerful press relations and digital media programme.

We’re looking for a confident, enthusiastic and highly motivated individual who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.

The Communications Manager will support the delivery of a captivating internal communications campaign and be a guardian of the OGA brand and values in all external communications. The post holder will bring strong creativity and messaging skills to support the planning and delivery of high-quality publications, articles, speeches, presentations, social media content and events.

The Communications Manager will draw on links to key journalists and publications and will proactively seek out new opportunities to maximise the positive impact of the OGA’s work. Working with industry and across government, the Communications Manager will help protect and enhance the OGA’s reputation, ensuring our stakeholders are engaged and understand our work.

The successful candidate would be expected to have substantial experience from a background which could include: media/journalism; public relations; external affairs; digital and/or corporate communications. The post holder should be focused, highly motivated and have outstanding written and influencing skills. The Communications Manager will report to the Head of Communications and External Affairs.

Detailed job description and key responsibilities

• Build strong relationships internally and externally to proactively identify news, source content and plan media activities to tell the OGA's story, maximise impact and ensure OGA priorities are communicated and understood.

• A first point of contact for press; support the development and implementation of media communications strategy and maintain forward plan
• Establish and maintain strong links with key journalists in relevant national, broadcast and trade media
• Evaluate and monitor the impact of media strategy and social media performance
• Draft clear, concise and compelling written content for use in print and online publications, speeches and presentations
• Owner of OGA’s online social presence; maintain the OGA's digital channels – develop online presence with engaging content
• Take part in an out-of-hours on call rota

Specialist Skills, Qualifications, Experience, Licenses, Memberships or Language​

• Substantial experience of working in communications: gained from journalism, public relations, public/external affairs, corporate communications or a busy press office environment
• Project planning and track record of delivering effective communications campaigns
• Outstanding written, editing and presentation skills, including powerpoint
• Ability to work to tight deadlines, plan and prioritise workload
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Experience of producing clear and well-crafted copy for a variety of different audiences and platforms, including print and online
• Ability to absorb and interpret complex information and translate into clear, simple messages
• Social media savvy, with demonstrable experience in creating and delivering social media strategies
• Experience of crisis communications and/or successfully managing sensitive issues
• Ability to build strong relationships internally, across government and in industry              

Desirable:                              

• Experience of working in the energy industry
• Membership of Chartered Institute of Public Relations or equivalent professional body
• Working knowledge of graphic design software packages
• Video/photography production/editing experience desirable but not essential