Head of Communications & Engagement

Connected Local Government; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Dacorum seeks an experienced leader in communications to manage strategic messaging and media relations. The role requires proven expertise in communication strategies and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced political environment. This position involves leading communications for key initiatives that aim to develop the community, including projects that will deliver thousands of new homes and jobs. The candidate will also oversee internal communications, ensuring effective message delivery to staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications and media.
• Experience in reputation management is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate key messages to diverse audiences.
• Lead communication strategies for key projects and events.
• Manage internal communication with staff.

Skills

Experience in communications

Media management

Reputation management

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Campaign-led approach

Job description

Here at Dacorum, we know we have a great story to tell. Our borough occupies an enviable location just outside the M25, with central London within easy reach. An active and green place, it’s a buzzing centre of business, enterprise and ambition.

You will play a key leadership role in defining, articulating and communicating our key messages to a wide range of audiences: our residents, our partners and our staff. You’ll lead a portfolio that includes communications, consultation and events, ensuring that effective two-way communication is central to all that we do.

We’re looking for someone with proven experience in communications, media, and reputation management – who can bring a planned, campaign led approach to our communication strategy, while recognising the need to be responsive within a fast-moving political environment.

You’ll promote some of our key programmes, including the Hemel Place Strategy and Hemel Garden Communities which together will deliver 11,000 new homes and 10,000 jobs in our community. And, with Local Government Reform reshaping our sector, our ongoing internal communication with staff will be more important than ever.

Please contact Steve Guest at Solace in Business on 020 7976 3311 for
a confidential discussion.

Closing date: 23rd February

To apply please click theApply Nowlink below.