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Snr Communications Officer

Job description

Harris Hill is working with a mental health charity in their search for an interim Comms Officer for 3 months.

We're looking for an experienced communications professional to support the External Relations Team through a particularly busy period. In addition to the duties listed below, the successful candidate will be helping with the launch preparations for a priority research project due to be published late autumn. This research project offers a key profile raising opportunity with anticipated outreach to national and trade media, policy makers, and sector leaders.
We are looking for someone with the following experience:
Significant experience of communications work, including project management.
Experience in stakeholder management both internally and externally.
Experience of communications strategy and planning, including audience analysis, message development and content planning and scheduling.
A strong track record of generating positive media coverage and good knowledge of the UK media environment.
A strong track record of creating engaging content across a range of media.
Experience of digital communications, including managing websites, social media channels and digital newsletters.
Experience of influencing and supporting others to communicate effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communications, with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent organisation, time management and prioritisation skills.
Desirable: Knowledge of the UK policy environment and experience of influencing in this area.