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The professional body for people working in communications roles across government.

Events

Aspire Course:Intro to External Affairs

24 January

This workshop will give you confidence in all stages of stakeholder engagement.

Aspire webinar: Introduction to Modern Media

30 January

This webinar will provide an introductory overview for our Modern Media Operation Guide showcasing best practice.

Aspire: Presenting with impact

10 February

During this experiential course you will investigate your own strengths and weaknesses when presenting to increase your awareness of how you come across.

News

Cover of the GCS career framework

GCS career framework published

The GCS career framework, published this week, is for everyone working in or interested in a career in government communication. The framework is an essential guide to help you develop your career, improve your skills, raise professional standards and deliver outstanding campaigns.
Group picture of GCS interns from summer 2019

GCS Internship 2020 – apply now

Apply for a paid summer internship with the Government Communication Service (GCS). You'll gain hands on experience and formal training in public service communications.
Professional Standards Team with awards

GCS Apprenticeship and Internship 2020

GCS are now accepting applications from departments, agencies and ALBs to host a GCS intern or apprenticeship for the programmes starting in 2020.

Jobs

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: Senior Social Media Producer (SIO)

Closing date:

Thursday 6 February

Location:

London

HM Revenue & Customs: Deputy Director, Strategic Communications & Chief Operating Officer (SCS)

Closing date:

Sunday 2 February

Location:

Various

HM Revenue & Customs: Diary Manager & Assistant Private Secretary (IO)

Closing date:

Monday 3 February

Location:

London

Blog

Work part-time or flexibly?

Thursday 9 January 2020

Find out more about the opportunities of flexible working.

My summer as a GCS intern

Tuesday 17 December 2019

Final year university student Sophie Charlotte looks back on her summer internship with the Department for International Development (DFID).

Case Studies

HMRC - Data and Ducks campaign image

HMRC - Data and Ducks

The HMRC self-assessment campaigns help 11 million UK customers to do their tax returns on time and avoid penalties. This campaign tackled the challenge of improving on the record-breaking results of 2017 by going against industry practice and developing a brand new creative.
DCMS - WWI Centenary Commemoration poster

DCMS - WWI Centenary Commemoration

In October 2012 the Government set out its ambition for a truly national First World War centenary commemoration on which to build an enduring educational and cultural legacy. Creating an emotional resonance was crucial in bringing the FWW to life and making it meaningful for 21st century audiences.
MOJ/HMPPS - Prison Officer Recruitment campaign image of two prison officers

MOJ/HMPPS - Prison Officer Recruitment

The Prison Officer Recruitment campaign has been one of the most successful in recent years. By targetting men and women aged 25-35 who were looking for a career, not just a job, the campaign met the target of over 2,500 additional hires significantly ahead of schedule and under budget.