Salary: £11.40/hour £11.40 per hour
Category: Media
Job Type: Contract
Job Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Posted on: 05/01/2009

Part Time Media Officer



Our client is seeking a Part Time Media Officer to join their team in Haywards Heath for 2 1/2 days per week.



Key Responsibilities:



- Plan and organise media coverage for the charities key campaigns and events.



- Research, write and distribute news releases and images to appropriate media to meet PR objectives.



- Monitor the media and work proactively to identify and exploit publicity opportunities for the charity.



- Liaise with the Charities staff, volunteers and the media to set up media interviews and brief all parties accordingly.



- Provide reactive responses to media queries and issues.



- Provide PR advise and information to all charity departments as and when required.



- Ensure information resources are kept up to date.



Experience/Skills/Knowledge



- Previous experience in a press officer and/or journalism environment.



- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.



- Knowledge of UK media.



- Knowledge of media databases/monitoring systems/Microsoft Office.



This is a temporary contract to start Dec '08/Jan '09 for 1-2 months.



It is essential that you have access to your own transport due to the location of this role.





First Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business for this assignment.

Job Reference: 119122863
Contact Details: First Recruitment Services