We currently have a vacancy for a Strategic Communications Manager to join our Media Team.
We are looking for a talented and innovative communicator to lead our strategic communications function delivering for the people of West Yorkshire. You will create a strategic comms function working with colleagues to deliver on our communications strategy and ensure our Mayoral Voice is amplified and cuts through.
It is a great time to be working for the Combined Authority with Mayor Tracy Brabin, as former Mayor Andy Burnham increases devolution to English regions as Prime Minister. You will be responsible for harnessing this opportunity and identifying meaningful Mayoral moments, including through national media appearances to maintain our profile and position as a thought leader on the devolution agenda. As well as managing our focus on new media, including podcasts, working with influencers and content creators, as we shift towards increasing engagement with digital platforms to reach key audiences.
It is an exciting time to be joining the Mayoral Combined Authority. We have a wide variety of impactful projects that we are working on which will help shape the West Yorkshire region. To find out more about the work the Combined Authority is involved with, take a look at our latest news stories.
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It is important that you demonstrate how your breadth of experience, knowledge and skills align with the role when applying. We have therefore created comprehensive guidance for candidates, and you are strongly urged to read this before completing your application form.
Please visit our Advice for Candidates webpage to find this guidance and further support in completing your application form.
