Suffolk County Council - The Hold, Ipswich, IP4 1LR - On-site
£33,366 per annum (pro rata if part time)
37 hours - Flexible working options available
Permanent
We're passionate about improving the future for our customers, our communities and Suffolk's archives and local studies collections. If you are too, join us as a
Marketing and Communications Officer
and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy. Your role and responsibilities Work closely with colleagues across the Archives Service to develop and implement a communications and marketing strategy for all aspects of the service, from users accessing the archives at The Hold through to our exhibitions, events and commercial venue hire. Produce, edit, and publish marketing materials, including press releases, social media posts, newsletters, brochures, and digital content. Coordinate promotional campaigns for exhibitions, events, and service updates to drive public engagement and awareness. Manage media relations, including drafting press releases, arranging interviews, and responding to press enquiries. Support the Archive Service team in planning and executing community events, exhibitions, and workshops. You will need Prior knowledge and experience of media studies or journalism (ideally a level 5 qualification). Proven experience in a marketing or communications role, ideally within the public sector, cultural, or archival services. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences. Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Experience with digital and social media marketing, including content creation and analytics. Proficiency with design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) is an advantage. The team Suffolk Archives is a small, flexible, proactive team that is passionate about sharing Suffolk's local history and heritage with a wider audience. You will work with the collections team of archivists and conservators, the Operations team who run the public service, and the Audience Development Team who are responsible for the programme of exhibitions, events, and community engagement. You will report to the Head of Suffolk Archives and The Hold. Empowering Everyone We're big believers in potential, possibility, and the power of different ideas. We're always searching for ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation. For more information Please contact
Judith Berry
(she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling
01284 741260
or emailing
Judith.berry@suffolk.gov.uk . How to apply Step 1:
Read the
Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). Step 2:
Click 'Apply Now' to start your online application. Step 3:
Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the Person Profile section of the JPP. Please note:
Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing
recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk
or calling
03456 014412 . Closing date: 11.30pm, 5 January 2025. Interview date: 21 January 2025. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. In return, you'll enjoy: Up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days. Membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Travel, lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits. Performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase. Training and encouragement to expand your knowledge. A variety of career development opportunities across our organisation. Diverse and active staff networks. Flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day. If you want to know more about our benefits, values, and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
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Marketing and Communications Officer
and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy. Your role and responsibilities Work closely with colleagues across the Archives Service to develop and implement a communications and marketing strategy for all aspects of the service, from users accessing the archives at The Hold through to our exhibitions, events and commercial venue hire. Produce, edit, and publish marketing materials, including press releases, social media posts, newsletters, brochures, and digital content. Coordinate promotional campaigns for exhibitions, events, and service updates to drive public engagement and awareness. Manage media relations, including drafting press releases, arranging interviews, and responding to press enquiries. Support the Archive Service team in planning and executing community events, exhibitions, and workshops. You will need Prior knowledge and experience of media studies or journalism (ideally a level 5 qualification). Proven experience in a marketing or communications role, ideally within the public sector, cultural, or archival services. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences. Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Experience with digital and social media marketing, including content creation and analytics. Proficiency with design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) is an advantage. The team Suffolk Archives is a small, flexible, proactive team that is passionate about sharing Suffolk's local history and heritage with a wider audience. You will work with the collections team of archivists and conservators, the Operations team who run the public service, and the Audience Development Team who are responsible for the programme of exhibitions, events, and community engagement. You will report to the Head of Suffolk Archives and The Hold. Empowering Everyone We're big believers in potential, possibility, and the power of different ideas. We're always searching for ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation. For more information Please contact
Judith Berry
(she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling
01284 741260
or emailing
Judith.berry@suffolk.gov.uk . How to apply Step 1:
Read the
Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). Step 2:
Click 'Apply Now' to start your online application. Step 3:
Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the Person Profile section of the JPP. Please note:
Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing
recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk
or calling
03456 014412 . Closing date: 11.30pm, 5 January 2025. Interview date: 21 January 2025. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. In return, you'll enjoy: Up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days. Membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Travel, lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits. Performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase. Training and encouragement to expand your knowledge. A variety of career development opportunities across our organisation. Diverse and active staff networks. Flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day. If you want to know more about our benefits, values, and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
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