Assistant Communications Officer – British Museum Jobs London

Overview

Position Title: Assistant Communications Officer

Company: The British Museum

Location: London, UK

Job Description

The British Museum is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from unlawful discrimination or harassment. We value the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to a Museum which represents world culture. The Museum is committed to ensuring that no job applicant suffers unlawful discrimination because of any protected characteristics. Our recruitment procedures aim to ensure that individuals are treated because of their relevant knowledge, skills and experience.

To provide support for the press office through media monitoring, responding to incoming press and media enquiries and management of some smaller PR campaigns.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the efficient dissemination, analysis and filing of daily press coverage.
• Managing the press office database for all media contacts to ensure they are up-to-date and comprehensive.
• Measure results and compiling reports against targets set by the Head of News.
• Managing press film crews onsite ensuring the agreed protocols and security requirements are followed and liaise with Museum Events team around the logistics for press events.
• Management of some smaller PR campaigns and liaising where needed with external PR agencies
• Responsible for maintenance and supply of press files on Dropbox, selecting and sourcing high quality images for publicity purposes.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements:

• Membership of the civil service pension scheme
• Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions
• Participation in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Interest-free travel, bicycle and rental deposit loans
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on food and gift shop purchases