Communications and Public Affairs Officer / Swyddog Cyfathrebu a Materion Cyhoeddus

Childcomwales; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's advocacy organization in Wales is looking for a Communications and Public Affairs Officer to enhance public awareness and safeguard children's rights. In this full-time role, you will engage with media and political stakeholders while advising the Commissioner on communications strategies. Ideal candidates will have experience in communication and public affairs, working to make a positive impact in the lives of children and young people.

Qualifications

• Experience in effective communication strategies.
• Knowledge of media handling and political engagement.
• Ability to develop content for various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Promote the Children’s Commissioner for Wales through communication strategies.
• Handle media relations and political engagement.
• Advise on communications and public affairs matters.

Job description

Communications and Public Affairs Officer / Swyddog Cyfathrebu a Materion Cyhoeddus

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About the Children's Commissioner for Wales // Am y Comisiynydd Plant

Our mission is this: We listen to and speak up for children and young people in Wales so that children’s rights are protected, and we support, challenge and influence public services in Wales to make a positive impact on their lives.

The Commissioner plays a key role in Welsh civic life and is in a privileged position to be able to speak first‑hand to decision makers, governments and national media outlets. We want to make sure we use that position to best effect.

The Role / Y swydd

The Communications and Public Affairs Officer promotes the work of the Children’s Commissioner for Wales (CCfW) through effective communication strategies aiding political and public awareness with the aim of safeguarding children’s rights and achieving positive change for children and young people in Wales.

The role entails media handling, political engagement and content development, ensuring that the Commissioner’s message is communicated to a range of audiences.

The role directly supports and advises the Commissioner and the organisation on all communications and public affairs matters.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Civic and Social Organizations