Dan Jarvis MP is looking to recruit an outstanding Press and Communications Officer to join his team.

The candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills, and advanced ICT skills. They should be at ease in a high pressure environment and have a strong interest in press work.

Main duties include:
• Routinely monitoring press output and drafting press releases
• Establishing relationships and answering questions from a variety of sources including press, constituents, and other internal and external stakeholders
• Managing social media content
• Maintaining website and updating when necessary
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of communications
• Drafting speeches, blog posts and articles
• Drafting written Parliamentary questions

Person Specification:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, paying attention to detail
• Experience of Press Work is desirable
• Experience of website management and maintenance is desirable
• Experience of editing software
• Ability to manage and launch social media campaigns
• Knowledge and understanding of media handling techniques including designing a communications strategy
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a busy office
• Experience working in a high pressure environment and ability to work flexible hours.
• Sympathy with the aims and values of the Labour Party
• Knowledge of Barnsley Central is desirable