Recruitment

Please see the below vacancies within the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner.

COMMUNICATIONS & ENGAGEMENT OFFICER

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a communications professional to join the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC), Dorset.

Reporting to the Head of Communications and Engagement the main focus of the role is to ensure that OPCC’s strategic work and policies are informed by the views of the public and the office’s work is effectively communicated to all stakeholders.

You will lead on media relations, proactively communicating the work of the OPCC via the media and other channels to key audiences locally and nationally. You will also be responsible for creating content for the website, news bulletins, social media and other channels

You will support and advise the Police and Crime Commissioner, Chief Executive and other team members on communication issues.

We are seeking an energetic self-starter with experience of communications and public engagement. In particular you will need to demonstrate a track record in media relations and have strong writing skills.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 19 April 2018. Interview date is to be confirmed

For more information and to apply please go online https://www.dorset.police.uk/recruitment/job-vacancies/communications-engagement-officer-1/

CV's will not be accepted.