Communications and Events Officer - B1

Job description

This opportunity is only open to applicants who are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.   

Disclosure Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government working on behalf of Scottish Ministers. You will be part of a trusted team delivering essential public protection services. Our mission is to safeguard people and support national priorities, including Children and Young People, Fair Work, Communities, Human Rights and the wider economy.  

The Communications and Events Officer will work within the Disclosure Scotland Communications Team and Customer Engagement Team to support the delivery of Disclosure Scotland’s Communications and Engagement Strategy 2026 to 2030 and the DS30 Corporate Strategy. This role will focus on corporate communications, change and engagement, embedding Disclosure Scotland’s brand and external stakeholder engagement. 

The Disclosure Scotland Communications Team is responsible for internal and external communications through delivery of the Communications and Engagement Strategy 2026 to 2030, Brand Strategy and Social Media Strategy. 

The Customer Engagement Team is responsible for supporting and engaging with organisations who access higher levels of disclosure, such as the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and providing clear and accessible guidance.

The role will be within the Policy, Customer Engagement and Communications directorate of Disclosure Scotland.

The role will be split between the Communications Team and Customer Engagement Team.

Working pattern

This role is a permanent level transfer position.

How to Apply

Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B1 employees.

Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).

Selection Process

All candidates will be invited to an informal discussion with the Hiring Manager.  

Informal discussion dates tbc.

Further Information

If you have specific questions about the role, please contact [email protected] 

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