Job Description

We are looking for an organised individual who has strong marketing and commnication skills until 29 May 2026.

WHAT IS INVOLVED?

You will support the development, governance and management of marketing plans and content for social media, web sites and staff intranet. You will also be working closely with colleagues across the team to ensure the councils communication and marketing supports the councils wider needs and key strategies such as the Digital First communications strategy and the Customer First strategy.



We encourage you to contact Richard Proud, Senior Multimedia Officer via email at richard.proud@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.

WHAT WILL I NEED?

You should be qualified to NVQ Level 3 in a related subject or equivalent.



You will have:-
Experience in working in a communications and/or marketing function. Experience of assisting in delivery of communications and/or marketing campaigns and evaluation and developing and leading low level campaigns. Strong computer skills including web and social media. Understanding of marketing and communication evaluation tools and techniques
Please refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews will be held on Monday 19 January 2026.



We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

OUR OFFER TO YOU

We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website (https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits-if-you-work-for-us)



Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.

HOW TO APPLY

Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the Person Specification section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted. For guidance on completing your application, visit our website (https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/2083/How-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us)



If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email RecruitmentCES@durham.gov.uk



We welcome applications from disabled people and those who are or consider themselves to be neurodivergent.



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