NIPEC Senior Communications Officer

The post-holder will be responsible, through the Senior Professional Officer, for the planning and delivery of a range of initiatives and services to meet NIPEC’s corporate communications needs..

1a A University degree or recognised professional qualification in a subject such as Media, PR, Communications and at least 3 years relevant experience within a Press Office, Newsroom, Media, PR or Corporate Communications function.OR

1b Have at least 5 years relevant experience within a Press Office, Newsroom, Media, PR or Corporate Communications function.

Demonstrable experience and skills in communications management of high profile, developing issues. A proven track record in managing complex and sensitive media enquiries and interview bids, advising senior officers, formulating responses and

and responding often within tight deadlines, and facilitating briefings and interviews.

3. Proven experience and skills in leading on proactive communication strategies and campaigns in relation to high profile and complex projects, working with a broad range of stakeholders, including media, politicians, community and voluntary sector

4. Post holder should be IT competent including experience in the use of software packages and media databases to create reports, evaluate activity and to present to internal and external stakeholders. Proven experience in the use of online and

social media as a communications channel in promoting the work of the organisation and for internal and external engagement.

Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criterion will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport SEE JD

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Knowledge of the Health and Social Care in Northern Ireland, particularly the key priorities and challenges facing the system.

Membership of a professional communications, media or PR body/institute/forum.