Weandrsquo;re looking to recruit a proactive, enthusiastic and skilled communications professional on a six month fixed term contract.

You will work on all matters relating to communication activities including external and internal communications, crisis management and press.

You will have experience of creating and evaluating communication plans and strategies, be skilled in producing exciting and engaging content that can be used across all digital platforms and have strong writing skills.

You will be able to identify and use a range of communication channels for targeted messaging. You will be able to work closely with marketing colleagues to help promote the counciland#39;s work and reputation.

You will be able to advise senior managers and elected members on communications issues.

You will be a self-motivated, organised and able to work on your own and as part of a team to meet tight deadlines, handling multiple projects simultaneously. You will have experience of promoting and covering events for the press and social media and have experience of working with colleagues and partners at all levels., Disability Confident
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The rewards for working at Darlington Borough Council go beyond the salary you will receive; we have numerous additional benefits such as:andnbsp;

32 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional annual leave (pro-rata for part time working)

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make additional voluntary contributions

Flexi-time scheme and flexible working

Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave schemes

Staff equality forums

Access to a wide range of training, learning and development

Physiotherapy service

Confidential counselling service

Great wellbeing offer

Cycle to work scheme

Dolphin Centre Fit for Life discounts

Local and national retailer discounts

Arriva Employee Travel Club.