Description
* Hours: 37 hours per week (part time hours may be considered)
* Contract: Fixed Term - 2 years (funded project)
* Salary: £45,718 - £48,710
* Location: Sheffield (This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office)
The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) brings together the local authorities of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield and to serve the communities and businesses of South Yorkshire. From transport to housing, from business growth to skills, the MCA has a great story to tell. We have ambitions to deliver recovery and renewal for people, businesses and places across South Yorkshire.
Please note that SYMCA follows a structured salary grading system for all roles, and the offered salary for each post will be at the starting point within the specified grade. We value the skills and experience of potential candidates, and there will be opportunities for salary enhancements as you grow within South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is currently in the process of reviewing its terms and conditions of employment including pay and grading. As part of this project, the post advertised may be subject to changes in the near future. All changes and any impact on individual posts will be discussed further should you be successfully appointed to the position you have applied for.
Connected by Water is an alliance comprising of the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council, City of Doncaster Council, Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council, Sheffield City Council, the Environment Agency, and Yorkshire Water, working together to build flood resilience and respond to the climate emergency.
*Please note, applications must be accompanied by a detailed cover letter to outline your interest and suitability for the role.
Interviews are likely to take place 8th-12th May 2025
Key Responsibilities
As Communication & Engagement Manger you’ll evolve and deliver a comprehensive, strategic approach to communications and engagement for Connected by Water. This will include developing a communications and engagement plan and programme of projects and events, addressing all stakeholders of the partnership to achieve the Connected by Water vision, and supporting the partnership as it evolves.
Other responsibilities include:
* Leadership and oversight of all communication and engagement activities for the partnership including developing marketing and awareness campaigns, using appropriate communication channels, liaising with media, events, product launches and consultations and engagement.
* Ensure content produced for media channels is professionally produced and to a high standard.
* Build strong relationships with external suppliers, partners, or contractors.
* Develop strategic relationships with communications and engagement specialists across the partner organisations and beyond.
* Increase visibility of Connected by Water through promoting the brand and marketing the work of the partnership to influence funding, support, and awareness.
* Driving forward public facing work to increase awareness and resilience of communities and businesses to flooding and climate change.
* Oversight of budget for the communications and engagement work.
* Line management of the Communications and Engagement Coordinator.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
You’ll have a strong background in communications and engagement with proven experience of implementing longer-term strategies and programmes. Ideally you’ll have a good understanding of the South Yorkshire Region and the political climate with knowledge of flood risk management.
We’d love to hear from candidates with the following skills and experience:
* Experience evaluating a strategy or communications and engagement programme and identifying learning for the future.
* Experience co-creating and delivering priority messages through communications and engagement activities.
* Experience of engaging and communicating with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Experience of organising both in person and online events.
* Ability to develop and grow a compelling brand for a programme, project or initiative with a strong audience focus.
* Confident and decisive in setting priorities and leading across boundaries to deliver impactful communication and engagement activities.
* Experienced people leader with the ability to influence teams outside of direct management control.
* Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a proven ability to produce high quality content that is clear and engaging for a variety of audiences using a range of media, including social media.
* An eye for detail and accuracy, strong writing skills and ability to create engaging content in line with strategic objectives.
For more details, please see the role profile below.
If you would like an informal chat about the role prior to applying, please contact Sarah Tyler at Connected By Water Connectedbywater@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk
For more information on Connected by Water, please visit: Home | Connected By Water | Working across South Yorkshire to increase resilience to flooding and the changing climate
Benefits
All colleagues have access to a local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference. Located in Sheffield City Centre, we are well-placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities. Work/life balance is extremely important to us here at SYMCA with our recognised family/friendly policies, genuine work flexibility, recognition, and shared success.
In addition to the above, some of benefits include -
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – The ability to purchase up to a further 15 days per year in additional to your normal annual leave
Hybrid working – Our offices are a space where we come together and collaborate. Most of our roles are offered on a hybrid basis with the exception of some support roles being onsite full time.
Rewarding You - Reducing everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more with Reward Gateway!
Training on the job - Support with upskilling skills through on the job training and qualifications
Holiday – Up to 36 days annual leave (depending on length of service). Pro-rata for part time colleagues.
Diversity at South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority
Our workforce is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.
The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) brings together the local authorities of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield and to serve the communities and businesses of South Yorkshire. From transport to housing, from business growth to skills, the SYMCA has a great story to tell. We have ambitions to deliver recovery and renewal for people, businesses and places across South Yorkshire.
In recent years significant funding has been secured through the Transforming Cities Fund and a devolution deal, and further funding has recently been secured through the region’s City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement. As result we have a large and growing capital programme to deliver in support of the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority Mayor’s 2040 vision for transport. Join our workforce of talented people who love working together – and are proud of the work they do. Progression here can take you in all kinds of directions.
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is currently in the process of reviewing its terms and conditions of employment including pay and grading. As part of this project, the post advertised may be subject to changes in the near future. All changes and any impact on individual posts will be discussed further should you be successfully appointed to the position you have applied for.
This is what a career at South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority is like, and this is where yours starts.