Communications Officer

Communications Officer

Application notes: To apply for this role, please read the application guidance and send completed application form by email to recruitment@syp.org.uk.   

Job Title: Communications Officer
Reports to: Policy and Public Affairs Manager  
Salary Scale: £27,325 – £31,678 (applicants would start at the beginning of the scale)
Hours of work: 35 hours per week (with flexibility for evening and weekend work) 
Contract: Permanent (subject to continued funding) 

Applications close at 9am on Tuesday 29th April 2025
Interviews will be held on Friday 9^th May 2025 in person at our offices in Edinburgh.  

About the role:    
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Scottish Youth Parliament (SYP) as our Communications Officer, playing a key role in communicating our work to a wide range of audiences.  

SYP is proud to be a youth-led organisation that empowers young people to shape policy and drive change. From securing Votes at 16 to influencing national decision-making, we work to ensure young people’s voices are heard at all levels. 

As our Communications Officer, you will lead and develop SYP’s internal and external communications, supporting Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYPs) to share their stories, engage with the media, and connect with key stakeholders. You will maintain our digital presence, shape our brand identity, and ensure our messaging is accessible, engaging, and impactful. 

If you are passionate about amplifying young people’s voices and have the skills to support impactful communications, creative social media and innovative stakeholder engagement, we would love to hear from you.