Press Officer for the Scottish Conservative Parliamentary Group

Salary : £28,508 - £33,708 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location : Holyrood

Length of Contract: Permanent

Working for a Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP)

This role represents a unique opportunity to support the work of the Scottish Conservative MSPs in Holyrood.

Working in the Scottish Parliament and reporting to the Head of Media, the successful candidate will play a leading role in managing the media and broadcast output of the Scottish Conservative MSPs.

MSPs are employers in their own right. Under their employment, you will become part of a team supporting them in carrying out their duties. You'll work in a dynamic and fast paced environment to provide an outstanding service for constituents.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Writing media comments, releases and columns
• Briefing MSPs prior to broadcast interviews
• Helping to plan and organise media coverage
• Generating ideas for press releases and social media content
• Supporting MSPs by attending media events
• Building strong relationships with journalists and MSPs
• Working with Digital Media team to draft and prepare social media content
• Managing provision of communications and press advice
• Implementing media and digital communication strategy
• Organising and arranging interviews and press conferences as specified
• Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders
• Producing high quality press briefings, speeches, presentations, and written materials

Requirements

• Good organisational skills, an ability to be proactive, and strong teamwork skills are essential
• You will be capable of monitoring media developments and sourcing information from a range of channels
• A journalism or PR background is desirable but not essential
• Experience producing social media content is desirable but not essential
• Graphic design and/or video production skills are desirable but not essential

For any questions about the role please contact:  [email protected]  

If you are experiencing any issues with the applications process, please send your CV and supporting statement directly to: [email protected]  

Closing Date:  Monday 29^th April 2024 at 11:59pm.