Job Advert
Are you passionate about connecting people through clear and engaging communication? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment
where no two days are the same? At Havant Borough Council, we are looking for a dynamic and creative Internal Communications
Officer to join our Corporate Communications team.
Who we are
Havant Borough Council is a lower-tier authority on the Hampshire coast, providing public services to our residents, businesses,
visitors, and stakeholders.
We work to promote and achieve our corporate priorities [https://www.havant.gov.uk/media/9981/download?inline=]; Wellbeing, Pride
in Place, Growth, and a Responsive Council.
The Communications team is responsible for delivering all major public campaigns, media relations, public affairs, internal
communications and manage the use of our corporate identity in publications and branded materials.
Who we’re looking for
If you're a natural storyteller with a talent for simplifying complex information, building strong relationships, and using
communication to inspire, this role is for you. Your work will be essential in fostering an open and collaborative culture that
keeps our employees engaged, informed, and connected to our strategic priorities and staff values.
What you’ll be doing
Some of your key responsibilities will deliver:
* Developing and implementing internal communications plans to inform, engage and inspire staff across our services
* Support change management initiatives by crafting clear, informative and empathetic communications during times of
organisational transition
* Champion our organisation’s values and culture through effective storytelling
* Plan and execute exciting internal campaigns and events that motivate and unite our teams
What we can offer you
A competitive salary/benefits and support for your continuous professional development.
• £30,825 to £34,834 per annum
• Generous Leave Allowance
• Free Parking
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working/Hybrid working
• Family Friendly Packages
Visit our website for the full range of benefits and support we offer our staff.
To Apply
If you have the ability to quickly build and maintain good working relationships with line managers, then you are the kind of
person we want to hear from.
Please click apply and complete the short application process (3-4) minutes. Please ensure you attach your CV and a supporting
statement, when completing your application on our recruitment platform Hireful – www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now
[http://www.havant.gov.uk/jobs-us-apply-now]. We will not be able to progress your application further unless you provide a
supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the role profile.
Closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on 23 October 2024 and interviews will be held on 4 November 2024.
Due to the current employment climate, we are receiving a high number of applicants for each post and as such may not be able to
acknowledge receipt of your application. You will however be notified as to whether you made the shortlist soon after the closing
date.
We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore, we encourage and welcome applications from people of
all backgrounds and experiences. www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity
[http://www.havant.gov.uk/our-organisation/equality-and-diversity]
The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview
Scheme for Veterans.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and
expects all staff members to share this commitment.
Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be
expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to
Disability Confident.