Job Description

Digital Communications Officer (Welsh speaking)
Location:
Cardiff
Sector:
, ,
Job type:
Salary:
29657 - 33748 per annum
Contact:
Luke Cox
Email:
luke.cox@yolkrecruitment.com
Job ref:
BBBH39700
Published:
about 12 hours ago
Expiry date:
17 October 2025
Digital Communications Officer (Welsh Speaking)
Cardiff
29,657 - 33,748
Benefits: 28.9% Pension & 31 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, and 2 Privilege days
The Opportunity
Yolk Recruitment are excited to be working with an innovation-driven civil service organisation as they journey through some incredible projects whilst prioritising forward thinking and excellent digital practices.
We're looking for a creative and motivated communicator to join their team. In this role, you'll produce engaging content in both Welsh and English that informs, sparks conversation, and connects with a wide range of audiences. You'll work closely with colleagues to identify new content opportunities, answer public enquiries, and develop material that resonates. Using your Cymraeg skills, you'll draft, edit, and publish content that speaks directly and authentically to Welsh-speaking audiences.
This role is part of the Government Communications Service profession, giving you access to learning and development opportunities, professional networks, and tailored support to help grow your skills and career.
Key Responsibilities:

• Produce high-quality, accessible content in Welsh and English for digital channels, following agreed style and publishing guidelines.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create content that informs, educates, and inspires action, supporting organisational goals.
• Design engaging graphics, GIFs, and images using tools such as Canva, Adobe Express, and photo editing software.
• Plan, film, edit, and enhance video content, including capturing photos and videos at events across Wales.
• Write clear, engaging copy for digital platforms, including social media, newsletters, and websites.
• Manage content schedules to ensure a consistent flow of engaging material, track performance, and adapt plans to improve reach and impact.
• Monitor audience engagement, spot trends, and provide reporting to inform content strategies.
• Support the wider communications function with media monitoring, managing social conversations, responding to public queries, and administrative tasks.
• Keep up to date with digital technologies and best practice in social media, bringing fresh ideas to the team.

Benefits:

• 31 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, and 2 Privilege days
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Generous employer contribution of 28.97%
• Time off for wellbeing activities
• Green car scheme
• Cycle2Work and season travel tickets
• Access to subsidised sports groups

Think this one's for you
If you think this Digital Communications Officer opportunity is for you then please apply online.
Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs.
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.