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Communications Officer Brixton, South London

Fixed term (nine months – with the possibility of a short extension), part-time contract (24.5 hours per week)
£27,329 gross per annum (pro-rata), Grade C
Based in Brixton, South London

The successful candidate should be able to start by July 2012, at the latest.

Working in the Policy and Communications team, the post holder will be responsible for a range of editorial tasks, including media relations (prioritising faith press), Progressio’s E-News bulletin and overseeing Progressio events.

The successful candidate should have a degree in a relevant discipline.

Proven experience of working in a busy communications department or similar, meeting a wide range of requests; writing and placing news items, features and press releases; proofreading and editing, and of developing and monitoring administrative systems are essential.

You should have the ability to present complex issues in an accessible form to a variety of audiences; good journalistic skills, including interviewing, writing, proof reading, and editing; the ability to identify newsworthy news stories, and an understanding of the specific needs and expectations of different media audiences. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) including the ability to communicate/ work with a wide range of people in a participatory, respectful, collaborative manner, and enhance effective work relationships; attention to detail; ability to organise and prioritise work systematically and multitask; sound judgement and discretion in handling issues; good problem solving skills and openness to learning, and an understanding of the third sector are also essential.

It is essential that you complete an application form in full, as very specific information is required and will be used to decide whether or not you will be short-listed for interview. Please note that CVs/resumes will not be considered.

Closing date:
Sun, 10/06/2012
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