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We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic communications professional to join our Strategic Communications Team. The team has a pivotal role that sits at the centre of the wider DVLA Communications Team and is responsible for planning, and guiding implementation of, plans and campaigns aligned to the agency’s strategic priorities. You will work closely with colleagues in our internal, marketing, digital, press and creative teams, to deliver campaigns and find innovative ways of reaching target audiences.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

• Working closely with DVLA Communications Team to design high level communication plans.
• Developing a strong understanding of audience insights and how these can drive behaviour change.
• Advising and assuring internal stakeholders on progress of each communications programme.
• Identifying opportunities for delivering programme messages across DfT and wider government.
• Supporting the ongoing evaluation of progress against communications objectives to ensure messages are understood.
• More information can be found in the role profile.

Additional Information

Applications will be accepted from full time/part time/job sharers. Full time roles at DVLA consist of 37 hours per week. Part time and/or flexible working may also be available subject to the needs of the business. If you have a flexible or part time working requirement, you should contact the vacancy holder in advance of making an application to avoid possible disappointment later in the process should your desired working arrangements not be compatible with the requirements of the role. To contact the vacancy holder, please use the job contact details listed under ‘Contact point for applicants’.

To be successful as Strategic Communications Manager, you will:

• Be proactive, with excellent communications skills, and enjoy collaborating with others.
• Have strong internal and external stakeholder engagement experience and the ability to influence across all grades within the organisation.
• Be able to identify the unique needs of each stakeholder and tailor your approach as a result.
• Be passionate about communications, with the ability to understand and communicate complex issues.
• Be resilient and confident when dealing with people at all levels, flexible and able to adapt to the changing environment.
• Have excellent organisational skills and be able to prioritise your work to achieve your deadlines.

Due to the evolving nature of the business, vacancies can become available at any time. Therefore, this campaign may create a reserve list to fulfil demand if it arises which will be held for a period of 12 months.