Job Vacancy at Diocese of Westminster

Media and Publications Officer

London, SW1, £25-26k per annum (neg)

Closing Date: 6 January 2012

Diocese of Westminster, Communications dept The Catholic Diocese of Westminster is home to the Archbishop of Westminster, Westminster Cathedral, over 200 parishes and over 200 schools in London and Hertfordshire and is a registered charity of significant proportions. We are currently seeking a Media and Publications Officer for the Communications department, which is responsible for managing the internal and external communications of the Catholic Church in Westminster Based in our central service offices at Archbishop’s House, SW1 the post-holder will help deliver a positive media profile for the Diocese and provide comprehensive support to the Director of Communications in promoting our work through a variety of channels including print, the web and social media. The successful applicant will possess a background in journalism or PR, have experience of pro-active media relations and of working with social media and e-communications. Relevant experience of writing for and working on the production of publications would also be essential. S/he must be educated to degree standard or equivalent and possess a good knowledge of all desktop publishing and MS office packages together with excellent communication and organisational skills and a general understanding of the social and moral teachings of the Catholic Church. Hours of work: 35 hours per week (9am to 5pm Monday to Friday) To apply for this position, please visit our website and complete an online application. Please note that electronic applications will be accepted, please email your application to juliedauncey@rcdow.org.uk PLEASE DO NOT SEND A CV, AN APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED.