Communications Officer Wymondham, East of England, England
Job description
Are you ready to elevate your communications career? Join Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) as a Communications Officer and make an impact by reaching diverse audiences in a fast-paced environment.
We’re looking for a versatile communications professional, you’ll be vital in promoting various initiatives, including community safety projects, recruitment campaigns, and essential public safety messages. Your work will span media releases, in-person events, and digital platforms. You’ll lead our social media presence, be our trusted voice and employing a positive and friendly tone, showcasing our work across multiple digital channels. You’ll also evaluate our reach to ensure we’re engaging with the right audiences.
In addition to digital media, you’ll work with traditional media on print campaigns and external media engagements, helping us share our story. Your expertise will be invaluable as you handle media enquiries about incidents and other sector issues, ensuring our message is clear and accurate.
If you have experience of working in communications and are keen to develop in a rewarding and exciting role where each day brings new challenges, we want to hear from you.
At NFRS, we maintain the highest professional standards, and applicants will be asked to confidentially disclose any past or present complaints related to their conduct. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
You’ll work in collaboration with NCC Communications Team to ensure consistency of messaging and approach.
All information provided will be treated as strictly confidential and considered solely in relation to the p osition for which you’re applying.
If you would like an informal discussion regarding this role with Ceri Sumner (Director of Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service, CFO) or Scott Norman (Deputy Chief Fire Officer) please email [email protected] to arrange a time.
Applications should include a CV and supporting statement (of up to 2000 words) demonstrating how your experience matches the person specification (see link below)
Person Specification and Job Description
Closing date: 26 May 2023
Interviews will take place around 12 June 2023.
