Specialist Communications and Engagement Officer
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Are you a creative communicator who wants to make a difference and do you thrive when your ideas and skills can directly impact the lives of adults with care and support needs Were looking for a Specialist Communications and Engagement Officer to join our team.
This is a unique opportunity to lead and deliver communications and engagement initiatives that support commissioners providers and key partners across East Sussex.
By joining the Policy and Strategic Development Team you can make a difference by championing innovative communications. You will create compelling content for providers across East Sussex including the Adult Social Care and Health Provider Bulletin provider forums and our market position statement. You will organise and facilitate meaningful engagement events both online and in-person and also contribute to internal policy and guidance that supports high quality commissioning. Collaboration will be your strong point working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistent strategic messaging.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Are multi-skilled communicators with experience across web social media and print
- Can tailor messages to diverse audiences with clarity and impact
- Are strategic thinkers who can respond creatively to briefs and deliver results
- Have experience in engagement planning and event support
- Are committed to equality diversity and inclusion
To apply for this role please follow the Apply Now button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience education or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see ourhow to apply page.
Please download the job description and person specification for more information.
Interviews will take place in person at County Hall. Interviews will be taking place the week commencing 5 January 2026. If you are unavailable during this week let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status pagefor details.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on ourbenefits page.
If youre ready to bring your communications expertise to a role that truly matters wed love to hear from you. For an informal discussion please contact Lucy Layton Commissioning Development Manager at to request a MS Teams or phone call.
Ive worked with the council for over 10 years and I stay here because I find it really rewarding. I know that Im making a difference. Joe Information Analyst
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- Business Development
- Employee Orientation
- Public Health
- Account Management
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- Conflict Management
- Project Management
- Relationship Management
- Team Management
- Customer relationship management
- Human Resources
- Public Speaking
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Additional Information Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For fur ... View more
