Job Title:

Head of Communications (part-time)

Job Description:

Maternity cover – approximately six months. We are looking for an experienced senior public relations professional to drive our communications programme for around six months from the end of August 2002.The Regional Assembly is a partnership of all the South East’s local authorities and other social, environmental and economic stakeholders. In April 2001, the Assembly became the Regional Planning Body for the South East with responsibility for advising Government on strategic planning and transport issues.During the next 12 months the Assembly is launching four major strategies on transport, waste, tourism and renewable energy, as well as continuing to strengthen its role and influence as the voice of the South East region.The successful applicant will have overall responsibility for a range of activity including media relations and PR, strategy and marketing for the Assembly’s web site (www.southeast-ra.gov.uk), an ongoing research programme, internal communications and stakeholder relations, as well as several special projects.

Salary Details:

c£35,000 (pro-rata 60%)

Person Description:

A recognized qualification in journalism or public relations, experience of working at a senior management team level, and a track record across the breadth of communications work are primary requirements for this challenging role.

Closing date for applications:

24 June 2002

Recruiting organisation:

South East England Regional Assemby

Contact person:

Head of Administration

Address:

The Regional Assembly
Berkeley House
Cross Lanes
Guildford
GU1 1UN

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