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Reference: 69859

Date Added: 15 February 2019
Closing Date: 1 March 2019

Job Title: Communications and Events Officer

Working For: Centre for Policy Studies

Location: London

Salary: Competitive

Length of Contract:

Job Details

The Centre for Policy Studies is looking to employ someone in the position of Communications and Events Officer at their Westminster office.

The applicant should be highly organised, a strong communicator and someone who is able to work flexibly to deadlines in a fast-paced office.

Responsibilities will include:

• Drafting press releases and newsletter for local and national media and supporters of the CPS
• Contributing to the running of website content and social media
• Media Monitoring
• Promote the work of the CPS to key stakeholders in Westminster
• Organise and manage public events in the CPS calendar from conception to delivery
• Work with the Head of External Relations to organise, run and promote key flagship CPS events and conferences, assisting on operations and logistics
• Carrying out other duties as and when required in order to contribute to the efficient running of the Centre for Policy Studies.

Required experience/skills:

• Highly organised
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise own workload and work to deadlines.
• Familiarity with all Microsoft Office packages.
• Able to confidently lead a small team when managing events
• Previous experience in a similar environment is desirable but not required.

Candidates should be sympathetic to the aims and values of the Centre for Policy Studies.

Closing Date: 1 March 2019

Interview/Start Dates

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.
Please note we may appoint before the closing date.

Application Details

Please send a CV and covering letter outlining why you would be suitable for the role to: emma.barr@cps.org.uk

Website: http://www.cps.org.uk/

Additional Notes