Government Communications is the professional body representing a community of around 6,000 government communicators who work across government departments, agencies and arm’s-length bodies throughout the United Kingdom.
Learn about what we do, how to join us – whether through a job vacancy or our apprenticeship programme – and what you’ll gain as a member.
“Clear and engaging communications are central to public trust, policy delivery, and national resilience. The media landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, supercharged by AI, with exciting opportunities in front of us.”
David Dinsmore, Permanent Secretary Director of Government Communications
Delivering the government’s priorities depends on brilliant people – a skilled, diverse workforce across the UK that reflects the communities we serve.
Government Communications is the professional home for communicators across government. We’re a community committed to excellence, delivering world-class communications that support ministerial priorities, improve lives and strengthen public services.
Joining Government Communications gives you access to exceptional opportunities and resources to develop your skills, build your career and deliver work that makes a real difference.
You’ll become part of an inspiring network of professionals, with access to leading tools and training, and a community that values collaboration, innovation and impact.
Communication is one of the four main levers of government alongside legislation, regulation and taxation. People work in government communications because what we do matters. The role of government communicators is to:
- Explain government policy – describing the objectives and priorities of the day
- Inform about legal requirements – filing tax returns, registering to vote
- Help people access support – benefits, housing, healthcare
- Encourage behaviour change – tackling violence against women and girls, healthy eating
- Promote public services – what to do in a crisis, how to access local services
- Support economic growth – helping businesses start and thrive
- Protect the environment – promoting sustainable practices
- Provide reassurance in a crisis – offering clarity when it matters most
- Enhance the UK’s reputation – promoting Britain to people overseas
- Help people access support – be
Develop your career
We offer continuous professional development, including Advance, our flagship training programme. You’ll have access to mentoring opportunities and frameworks to help you build your skills and plan your career progression.
Get practical support
We provide expert guidance, tools and resources to help government communicators deliver world-class public service communications. This includes Assist, our AI assistant, and regular events on innovation and best practice.
Be part of a community
We’re building an inclusive profession that reflects the communities we serve.You’ll become part of a network of communication professionals, with opportunities to collaborate, share knowledge and learn from colleagues.
Search for vacancies
Government Communications jobs are advertised on Civil Service Jobs, and individual organisations’ websites. Sign up for job alerts to receive the latest opportunities from Civil Service Jobs.
Become an apprentice
Our award-winning apprenticeship programme is open to all levels, ages and academic backgrounds, helping you develop the knowledge and skills for a career in government communications.
Read our apprentices’ stories
From the wine aisle to Whitehall: How the Government Communications apprenticeship changed my career
After seven years in retail, George shares how the apprenticeship programme gave them the skills and confidence to build a career in government communications.
Skills, confidence, and experiences I never expected: My Government Communications apprenticeship story
Ellen shares how the Government Communications Apprenticeship at His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs transformed her confidence, developed her skills, and led to a permanent communications role.
How the Government Communications Apprenticeship helped me find my path in communications
Sophie, a Government Communications apprentice at the Pension Protection Fund shares how working across different communications disciplines shaped her skills and confidence.