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PR and Campaigns Officer

Job Description

Job Description: PR & Campaigns Officer

Umbrella Rate: £25.26 per hour

Contract Duration: 12 months (until January 2026)

Location: Liverpool (L3) - Rose Hill Headquarters

Agency Contact: Lewis Ashcroft, Service Care Solutions

Contact: 01772 208962 or lewis.ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk

Job Purpose:

To deliver a comprehensive PR and external campaigns service for Merseyside Police, supporting the force's strategy, reducing the fear of crime, and increasing public confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Strategic Planning: Collaborate with Senior Managers to develop and implement the annual communications plan aligned with Merseyside Police's strategy.

  2. Research & Analysis: Conduct research to identify campaign opportunities and analyse data to provide insights for PR and campaign needs.

  3. Stakeholder Engagement: Work with Chief Officers and department leads to identify themes requiring campaign support and recommend communication strategies.

  4. Campaign Development: Create and execute multi-channel campaigns using traditional, digital, and social media.

  5. Media Liaison: Provide strategic advice on communications, manage reputational risks, and act as a liaison between the media, policing areas, and departments.

  6. OASIS Framework: Develop campaigns using the force's OASIS framework for best practices.

  7. Team Collaboration: Coordinate with the News and Communications team to integrate work and maximise communication channels.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Extensive experience in delivering PR and campaigns for large organisations.

  • Multidisciplinary skills in media liaison, PR, campaigns, digital/social media, and design.

  • Strong understanding of traditional media, multi-channel campaigns, and customer behaviour.

  • Proficient in digital and social media to enhance online presence.

  • Creative skills with basic design knowledge for print and online communications.

  • Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and meet deadlines.

Desirable Requirements:

  • Knowledge of media law or willingness to undergo training.

  • Full UK driving licence for travel within the Force area.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this role, please contact Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208962 or email lewis.ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk.

Referral Scheme: We offer a referral scheme of up to £250 for successful referrals.

Join Merseyside Police in delivering impactful PR and campaigns to build public confidence and reduce crime fear!