Communications and Engagement Officer; CDC)

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Basis Full time

Job profile for Communications and Engagement Officer (CDC)

Civic Office/Hybrid 22/11/2026 Communications and Engagement Officer (CDC)

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Salary Grade 9, £42,123 - £46,579 per annum Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Region Doncaster Job category/type Marketing & PR Date posted 23/10/2026 Job reference REQ
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Based at:
Civic Office, Doncaster

Salary details:
Grade 9, £42,123 - £46,579 per annum

Contract type:
Temporary Fixed Term, Full time

Hours: 37 hours per week (with occasional evening and weekend working as required)

Closing date: 22nd November 2026

The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of Communications and Engagement Officer.

Make a Difference Through Communication

We're looking for an experienced and creative communications professional to join our Communications Team as a Communications and Engagement Officer.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver impactful communications that support key council priorities and improve outcomes for Doncaster residents. Working closely with senior leaders, service teams and partners, you'll lead the development and delivery of integrated communications campaigns that inform, engage and inspire a wide range of audiences.

If you're a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, media experience and a passion for public service, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Communications and Engagement Officer, you will work within a busy and dynamic communications team under the direction of a Communications Business Partner. You will lead the planning, development and delivery of proactive communications and engagement activity for nominated directorates, ensuring communications support organisational priorities and service objectives.

You'll work across a broad range of communications disciplines, including media relations, internal communications, marketing, digital communications, social media and stakeholder engagement, helping to protect and enhance the council's reputation while delivering measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver integrated communications campaigns that support service priorities and organisational objectives.
• Work closely with Communications Business Partners and directorate leadership teams to provide professional communications advice and support.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, partners and communications colleagues to…