Communications Officer

Salary: Grade 6 – £25,801 - £29,636 (pro-rata)
Hours: Up to 37 hours per week
Job Reference: KA1044

Rossendale Borough Council is looking to appoint a Communications Officer. This role is an exciting opportunity to support the Council’s Communications function, to include internal and external communications, public relations, promotion, marketing and tourism. The Communications Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day communications and media handling.

The successful candidate will have experience of working in a Communications role and be educated to degree level, or equivalent, in a related subject. You will also have an awareness of local government procedures and able to work in a politically sensitive environment. Ideally you will also have a recognised qualification in Public Relations, Marketing, Tourism, Communications or Journalism.

Apply online at www.rossendale.gov.uk or email your name and address, quoting reference number RG2007 to recruitment@rossendalebc.gov.uk. Alternatively, telephone People and Policy on 01706 252449.

Closing date: 10.00am on Friday 17th April 2020