External affairs

Using the GCS career framework as a roadmap to success
Cheryl King-McDowall, Deputy Director, Professional Standards, says the GCS career framework is a roadmap to an exciting and fulfilling career for everyone working in public service communications.

Published: 2020
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A blueprint for government communication
David Rose, Head of GCS Communications, explains how MCOM can help all of us in public service communications to make the best, standard.

Published: 2020
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GCS Accelerate: One Year On
Alex Aiken, Executive Director of Government Communications, marks one year since the launch of GCS Accelerate, the digital up-skilling and culture change programme for all government communicators.

Published: 2020
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External Affairs Operating Model
This model is an introduction for those considering setting up an External Affairs function or building their current capability in this area.

Published: 2018
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Business partnering for government communication
This guide explains the benefits of business partnering and sets out how it can be implemented in government departments.

Published: 2018
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What’s it like to be a Senior Communications Manager in the Government Communication Service?
Mark Harrop details his transition from PR, marketing and strategy in the private sector to a Senior Communications Manager for the GCS Flex Team in 2018.

Published: 2020
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GCS Standards in practice: Interview with Nicola Hudson
We sat down with Nicola Hudson, Director of Policy & Communications at the National Cyber Security Centre. In this short interview we discuss how Nicola has used the GCS standards in a leadership role to ensure the profession is equipped to respond to new and emerging challenges and ways of operating.

Published: 2020
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What’s it like to be an Information Officer in the Government Communication Service?
Lisa Goering shares her experience of working in the civil service for more than 20 years and how the career framework can help you develop your career.

Published: 2020
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Lessons learnt from Hungry Little Minds
Naomi Alderson, External Affairs officer at Department for Education highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement.

Published: 2020
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