View Vacancy – Social Media and Public Affairs Officer (CZE24.290)

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.

Job Category

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)

Job Subcategory

Communications, Press and Media

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Main purpose of the job:

The British Embassy Prague is part of a world-wide network representing British interests overseas while maintaining the relationship between the UK and the Czech Republic.

The British Embassy Prague is now looking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Social Media and Public Affairs Officer who will join the Press & Public Affairs team to work on communicating UK policy and our bilateral relations with Czechia, and continually improving the public image of the British Embassy Prague and the Ambassador Matt Field.

This role combines the responsibilities of digital communication strategy, social media content creation, and public diplomacy. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Head of Press & Public Affairs, ensuring that the Embassy’s digital presence is impactful and engaging, while also providing support for various public diplomacy and PR campaigns.

The British Embassy Prague is committed to being an inclusive place to work and we actively champion diversity.

What will the jobholder be expected to achieve?

The Press & Public Affairs team works directly with the Ambassador and provides support for the whole Embassy.

Key roles and responsibilities of the chosen candidate will include:

Digital Communication Strategy:

Develop and implement comprehensive digital communication strategies.
Oversee and manage social media accounts, ensuring consistent, high-quality content that aligns with the British Embassy Prague goals.
Analyse social media metrics to optimize performance and report on key insights.

Content Creation:

Create, edit, and publish engaging content across various social media platforms (e.g., X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).
Develop multimedia content, including videos, graphics, and written posts.
Ensure all content is on-brand, culturally relevant, and tailored to our audience.

Public Diplomacy and Media Support:

Assist with the planning and execution of public diplomacy projects.
Provide support during ministerial visits, including media coordination and content creation.
Act as the primary media contact in the absence of the Head of Press & Public Affairs.

Team Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with the Head of Press & Public Affairs and other members of the Embassy.
Mentor and supervise a trainee, delegating tasks and providing guidance as needed.
Provide expert advice to the Ambassador and Embassy teams on the tailored use of different social media platforms.
Coordinate with external stakeholders and partners to amplify our messaging.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Essential on arrival:

Excellent level of written and spoken English and Czech (both oral and written, minimum C1 level);
Over 3 years of proven experience in social media management and creative content creation.
Proficiency in multimedia content creation, including video editing and graphic design.
Excellent writing and copywriting skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Creative mindset and a can-do attitude, interest in media and communications work, willingness to learn.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Desirable:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant subject.
Experience in data analysis and evaluation.

Required behaviours

Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Seeing the Big Picture, Working Together

Application deadline

27 August 2024

Grade

Executive Officer (EO)

Type of Position

Full-time, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal

Working hours per week

37.5 per week

Region

Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia

Country/Territory

Czech Republic

Location (City)

Prague

Type of Post

British Embassy

Number of vacancies

Salary Currency

CZK

Salary

66,990 CZK gross per month

Start Date

11 November 2024

End Date

10 November 2026

Other benefits and conditions of employment

This is a full-time fixed-term position for 24 months with possibility of extension by mutual agreement, of 5 working days (37.5 hours net) per week. Working hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 17:00pm with a flexible working hours arrangement. Staff are entitled to time-off-in-lieu for extra hours worked. The annual leave entitlement is 25 days per year pro rata and the Embassy enjoys an average of 14 Czech/UK public holidays per year.

The monthly salary is 66,990 CZK (gross). In addition, staff receive a meal vouchers contribution.

The successful candidate will be subject to professional background check, medical check, security clearance and 3-months probationary period.

The successful candidate must have pre-existing work authorisation for the Czech Republic to apply.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Czech Republic are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Czech Republic employment law.

Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Czech Republic and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract.

Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country. The British Embassy does not sponsor for work permits.

Start date is an indicative target start date.

Equal employment

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We particularly encourage applications from candidates with protected characteristics.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Our recruitment process is underpinned by the principle of appointment on the basis of fair and open competition and appointment on merit, as outlined in the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles.
For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: Click here to visit Civil Service Commission/Complaints

Additional information

Further Information

Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

Please be advised that the British Embassy will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.

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