Job Description

Do you have a passion for marketing and want to make a difference where it really counts?
We're looking for a creative, motivated and community-focussed Marketing Officer to lead promotional activity for our frontline services - the essential everyday services that keep Dumfries and Galloway running smoothly.

From waste and recycling to roads, transport and school meals, your work will help residents understand, access and value the services they rely on most.

What You'll Be Doing

- Planning and delivering creative marketing campaigns for key public services
- Managing marketing across digital, print, outdoor media and other channels
- Collaborating with internal teams, partner organisations and community groups
- Using data and insight to evaluate campaigns and continually improve our reach

What We're Looking For

- A degree in Marketing, Communications or equivalent, and a passion for marketing
- Proven experience in delivering impactful campaigns
- Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills
- A good understanding of digital platforms and analytics
- A proactive approach and ability to manage multiple priorities
- A commitment to public service and reaching communities

Why Join Dumfries and Galloway Council?

- Work in a creative and supportive Communications Unit
- Be part of projects that directly benefit local people
- Enjoy flexible working options and a strong work/life balance
- Access an attractive pension scheme, employee benefits and development opportunities

This post is subject to candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland.

This post is fixed term for up to 18 months.

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

If you'd like to know more contact Dumfries and Galloway Communications Manager, David Sawyer, at david.sawyer@dumgal.gov.uk for an informal chat or apply online via myjobscotland.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 18 months

Pay: 37,596.00-40,356.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dumfries DG1 2DD

Application deadline: 26/05/2025
Reference ID: DGA11996