Job Description
About Our Client
Our client are a well respected Defence related arms length organisation.
Job Description
Reporting to the Director as Associate Director - Communications, the position is responsible for the external affairs strategy and stakeholder management for key Defence relations communications.
This will encompass (but not be limited to) these key areas:
Communications Strategy & Planning - ownership of the 3 year strategic plan and annual implementation, in addition to communications effectiveness and reporting.
Oversee the Annual Programme of Events & Awards - working with your event team to deliver best in class
Stakeholder Management - be the key POC for a diverse range of stakeholders across the civil service & defence.
Team Management - responsibility for the development and progress of a team of 4
Budget Management
The Successful Applicant
Please apply for this Associate Director - Communications position if you are able to demonstrate the following skills, knowledge & capabilities
- Proven track record in marketing and communications from either the private or public sector.
- Demonstrable success in developing communications strategies and plans in an environment with both financial and political constraints.
- Experience of leading the development of integrated communication strategies and delivering insight-driven campaigns across a range of marketing communication channels
- Working knowledge of managing a team to tight deadlines.
- The ability to summarise and simplify complex ideas and information.
- Leadership skills and the ability to develop a positive working environment.
- Central London office base
What's on Offer
Competitive Salary & Civil Service Benefits.
Please make your application with
- A current CV.
- Please add a short covering letter of no more than two sides demonstrating how you meet the essential requirements of this job and why you consider yourself suitable for the position, indicating your interest and motivation to assume this role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.