Communications And Marketing Assistant (temporary Contract)

Communications And Marketing Assistant (Temporary Contract)

To assist with driving positive change in the Island's energy landscape through crafting compelling campaigns, engaging content and impactful communications that inform and inspire our community to embrace the sustainable energy transition.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Management

• Assist with planning, developing, scheduling and monitoring all social media content across multiple platforms
• Liaising with various teams across the business to ensure engaging and informative content delivered in a regular, timely and appropriate format to Islanders

Events

• Assist with management and co-ordination of events including on-site and external activities
• Lead on planning and logistics of events including sourcing volunteers to assist at the events.

Communication And Marketing Support

• Support the team in a variety of areas including:
• Campaign planning and execution
• Business Development support
• Management of public email box
• Sharing corporate news on internal network homepage
• Drafting communications and marketing products
• Liaising with external creative agency
• Responding to staff and customer queries on various channels

Planning And Reporting

• Support the planning and scheduling of communications and marketing activity
• Track and report on campaign effectiveness and recommend improvements where applicable
• Monitor trends and ensure GEL is at the forefront of innovative and engaging communication and marketing activity
• Ensure consistency in messaging and adherence to brand guidelines across communication, marketing and engagement activities

Budget Management

• Assist with administration of the financial budget including:
• Raising purchase orders and ensuring invoices are paid on time
• Track spending and update records and forecasts accordingly

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

· Prior marketing or communications experience

· Social media proficiency

· An active interest in sustainability and sustainable energy

· Good research, copywriting and proof-reading skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

· An understanding of contemporary trends in effective communication

· Excellent people and communication skills

· Experience with Adobe Creative Suite desirable

Event management experience desirable

Benefits

Join us at Guernsey Electricity and be part of an industry-leading team dedicated to a sustainable future. We offer a unique benefits package, including flexible working options, an employee recognition program, and opportunities for professional growth. Enjoy 22 days of paid holiday plus public holidays, with additional leave for long service and seniority. We also provide special leave for volunteering, auxiliary forces, and compassionate leave.

About Guernsey Electricity

Guernsey Electricity is a vertically integrated power utility, responsible for the importation, generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. As the sole licensed distributor of electricity in Guernsey, we supply over 90% of the island's energy through subsea cables while maintaining sufficient on-island generation capacity. Join us and be part of a team that is committed to delivering a secure, sustainable, and reliable electricity service for the island.