Engagement and Communications Officer

Fixed Term until the 31st March 2029
Part Time 22.2 hours per week

Location: Blackdown Healthy Living Centre, Riverside, Hemyock, Cullompton, EX15 3SH

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Blackdown Hills National Landscape team to raise awareness and understanding of the Blackdown Hills as a nationally protected landscape.

The Engagement and Communications Officer will deliver and promote a programme of activities that engage more people and a wider range of audiences in enjoying, learning about and looking after the Blackdown Hills National Landscape.

The Officer will be the key driver for communications with both external and internal audiences including; visitors, key stakeholders and the Blackdown Hills partnership organisations.

Interview date: Thursday 19th March 2026 at the National Landscape office, Hemyock, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 3SH.

For an informal discussion, please contact [email protected]

How to apply

Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.

Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.

• DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working – The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
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• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
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• This role requires a DBS disclosure.