Membership
GCS Connect
Join our community with GCS Connect, which brings together communication professionals working in government. We support, empower and connect more than 7,000 government communicators in the UK.
Don’t miss out, register to:
– join and use the GCS Directory
– do on-demand learning
– book training
– access exclusive resources for members
About GCS Connect
Eligibility
The Government Communication Service (GCS) is a leading Civil Service profession and is globally recognised for our standards and the quality of our delivery in support of the government’s priorities.
And you are a member, if the organisation you work for is listed on GOV.UK and is:
- a ministerial department and their agencies and public bodies
- a non-ministerial department and their agencies and public bodies
- an agency or other public bodies, listed there
You are a member of GCS, if you are working in a government communication role in a team managed by a Director of Communications or equivalent.
Benefits
We can only do our best work when we are equipped with the right knowledge and skills to succeed in our jobs. GCS membership demonstrates your commitment to and helps you to achieve, the highest professional standards.
We’re your partner throughout your career in the communication profession. We support your learning and development.
What can membership do for you:
- professional recognition for your skills and abilities
- the support and shared experience of professionals in the government communication community
- boost your career prospects
Developing your career with:
- our academy: continuous professional development and training. We are committed to supporting your personal growth, to self-assess yourself and boosting your skills with GCS Advance
- career support: join our accelerated development programmes and make a greater impact in your role
- guide for new members: essential help and resources at the start of your GCS career.