Communications Officer

Join Our Dynamic Team at North East Derbyshire District Council!

Are you a recent graduate or a digital media professional with a passion for communications, creativity, and innovation? Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking council that values fresh talent and is committed to developing its employees? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

About Us: North East Derbyshire District Council is dedicated to embracing change, fostering innovation, and encouraging creative thinking. We pride ourselves on our talent pipeline scheme, which focuses on nurturing and developing talent from within. Our council is committed to enhancing our digital presence and improving customer engagement through effective communication strategies.

Role Overview: As a Communications Officer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the way the Council communicates with and engages stakeholders. You will be involved in delivering impactful marketing campaigns, growing our online and social media presence, and supporting the implementation of our new digital communications strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver creative and engaging content for web and social media platforms.
• Assist in growing audiences and engagement through effective communications campaigns.
• Maintain and manage the council website, intranet, and social media platforms.
• Identify emerging digital trends and technologies to support the Council’s growth and transformation aims.
• Write press releases, update the council website, and use social media platforms to communicate with the public.
• Support the delivery of the Council’s digital transformation agenda, including the rollout of transactional services and customer self-service systems.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure continuous improvement in communication strategies.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and dynamic work environment that encourages innovation and creativity.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression through our talent pipeline scheme.
• The chance to work on exciting projects that make a real difference to the community.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 after 5 years service), plus bank holidays and a Christmas close down
• Flexible and agile working arrangements
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Free parking at Council offices
• Discounted leisure services
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• A supportive and inclusive “One Team” culture work environment

How to Apply: If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you! Visit our website at https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs to apply or via or via Derbyshire – Jobs and Careers by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. 

You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application.  Applications close midnight on 11 May 2025

Join us at North East Derbyshire District Council and be part of a team that values your talent and invests in your future.

Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will be accepted as part of the application form.

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by emailing: Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

For further information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact David Vickers, Communications, Design and Marketing Manager on 01246 217613 or email david.vickers@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

Please note the Council only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and who possess a current work permit appropriate to the job role advertised.

If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest in the job role.