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The role
Please be advised that this role is being managed on our behalf by Starfish. To apply, please click on the following link:
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About Southwark:
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises. We have a young, diverse and growing population. And we stand together.
The Role:
The new Head of Communications – Media and Publications will lead the design and delivery of the council’s media strategy and approach, and related plans, ensuring they are aligned to corporate objectives outlined in Southwark 2030.
You will lead and develop all aspects of the council’s media relationships, media risk management and core publications (such as Southwark Life and e-news), managing stakeholder relationships and supporting the management of the council’s external reputation. You will have extensive experience of leading a media related service, ideally within a complex politically-led organisation.
This is a key role reporting to the Director of Communications, Engagement and Change, that will lead media strategies using all communications platforms available.
Recruitment timetable
Closing date: 12th April 2024
Meeting to agree a shortlist: WC 22nd April 2024
Final panel interview: 14th - 17th May 2024
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Reference: SC06428
