Vacancy: Village News Editor

The Village News is the joint newsletter for Kelvedon Hatch Parish Council and St. Nicholas’ Church. It is produced ten times each year and delivered to all households in Kelvedon Hatch, some 1,100. Due to the resignation of the current editor, we are now seeking a new applicant for the role.

The role:
You will be responsible for compiling and editing the Village News newsletter. You will need to be able to liaise with different groups and organisations, such as the Parish Council, St. Nicholas’ Church, advertisers, and printers. Communication is important, being able to respond to potential advertisers’ questions and working with the Parish Clerk. You will need to arrange and meet strict deadlines to ensure the efficient publication and production of the newsletter.
You will need access to your own computer but will be provided with a printer and printer ink.
Hours are approximately 12 – 16 each month, and payment is £10.00 per hour. You will invoice the Parish Council for your work.

Required skills:
• GCSE English Grade C/5 or equivalent;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Publisher and Outlook (or an alternative Desktop Publishing software);
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability to meet strict deadlines;
• Organisation skills.

Application
Please provide a copy of your CV and a brief covering letter. They should be sent to the Parish Clerk either by email (clerk@kelvedonhatch-pc.gov.uk) or by post to: The Parish Clerk, Kelvedon Hatch Parish Council, 5 Lyndale, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, Essex. CM15 0BQ.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Parish Clerk on 07485 490329.
Deadline for applications: 12:00pm (midday) Friday 25th June 2021.
Interviews will be held the week beginning Monday 5th July 2021.