Job Title:
Communications Officer (Graduate Intern) x2
Vacancy Type:
Traineeship
Location:
Orchard House, Solihull Council House
Working Pattern:
37 hours per week Monday - Friday
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Duration of Contract:
11 Months
Salary / Wage Range (£):
16626 - 17972 Annual Salary
Closing Date:
29-Jul-2018
Job Purpose
A graduate traineeship in the Communications team.
Main Responsibilites
The following areas will be covered by this post during the training year and will be supervised by a senior member of staff:
• Media relations, including dealing with press enquiries, preparing press releases and statements. Taking part in media briefings and events as appropriate.
• Communications projects and planning, delivering campaigns on Council issues.
• Using social media, updating Twitter, Facebook, and other social media.
• Working on consultations, designing basic surveys and presenting the results.
• Collating news clippings and monitoring success of proactive press and communications initiatives.
• Promoting Council services using a range of marketing techniques.
Any other appropriate duties as and when required.
Experience and Skills
Has some published writing – e.g. student magazine or newspaper, reviews in local paper, website, blog etc.
Previous employment experience (of any type and in any field).
Knowledge and understanding of the role and responsibilities of a local authority.
How to Apply
To apply go to wmjobs.co.uk and search for Ref:SOL000002254
Comments
Successful applicants will be invited to attend an all-day assessment on Tuesday 14 August. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND ON THIS DAY.