Communications Officer

Cardiff, UK (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level2+ years expPart time

Posted 7 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the communications function for a small design watchdog by shaping a cross-channel strategy, producing content across the website, LinkedIn and newsletters, and feeding stakeholder feedback into future plans.

  • Cross-channel Strategy: Set and drive a unified communications plan and content calendar.
  • Stakeholder Feedback Loops: Gather input from partners and audiences to guide future activities.
  • Public Relations & Accessibility: Lead media engagement, crisis response, web accessibility standards, events support, and annual reporting.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop a communication strategy for the organisations identifying the range of audiences, methods of communication and programme of delivery.
  • Create content for different communication channels including the DCFW website, LinkedIn page, newsletter and any other appropriate outlets based on the work undertaken by DCFW.
  • Track media coverage, response to communications and provide analysis to feed back into the communication strategy.
  • Undertake stakeholder engagement to collect feedback that will inform the focus of future activities.
  • Manage the production of DCFW’s Annual Report collaborating with the Chief Executive and Chair.
  • When appropriate, engage media outlets with articles and in respond to events and/or to manage crisis moments to protect the organisation’s reputation.
  • Ensure all web content meets current accessibility requirements.
  • Provide support in the preparation and running of DCFW events.
  • Support the delivery of the Design Review Service.
  • Maintain effective records, documentation and reporting systems for both internal and external use.
  • Where necessary prepare for and attend meetings/events of DDCFW.

Requirements

  • At least two years relevant experience in communications, marketing, or a related filed.
  • A degree or equivalent in public relations, media communications, marketing or another relevant subject.
  • The ability to communicate in the Welsh language would assist the post-holder.
  • Exceptional communication skills to convey key messages to a range of audiences.
  • Experience of establishing and implementing a communications strategy for a professional organisation.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms, content management systems and other digital communication tools.
  • Ability to interpret different information and create a range of content in different formats.
  • Exceptional organisational, presentation and IT skills and administrative self-sufficiency.
  • Efficient, motivated and able to work under pressure, supporting and being supported by colleagues in a small team.
  • A high degree of energy, enthusiasm, initiative and self-motivation.

Preferred

  • Experience and knowledge of the built environment industry and/or public sector organisations is desirable.
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Design Commission for Wales

We champion high standards of design and architecture, promoting wider understanding of the importance of good design and of enhancing the built environment. We work with architects, urban and landscape designers, local planning authorities, investors, developers and commissioning clients, to capture the value of high quality design for public good.

Founded in 2002
Cardiff, Wales, GBR
26 employees (10 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1.8K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
52%
Direct
33%
Referral
7%
Social
4.3%
Paid
3.6%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~26

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
2 (8% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1