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About the position

This is an exciting opportunity to help make a positive impact for animals by supporting HSI’s UK campaigns on wildlife, farmed animals, and the fur trade. As part of our dedicated and friendly team, you’ll play an important role in producing effective campaign communications materials, building HSI/UK’s brand awareness, and ensuring our events run smoothly. You'll take a lead on day-to-day publishing and community engagement on our social media channels. Whether you’re drafting engaging copy for digital platforms or providing administrative support and reporting on metrics, your skills will help us make a difference for animals in need. 

Please note: Our recruitment policy is to offer a fixed one year contract to start, with a view to move to a permanent contract in year two based on performance.

Key areas of responsibility

• Co-ordinate the day-to-day social media planning, scheduling and community engagement on channels including Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn.

• Assist with creation and maintenance of content for UK campaigns, such as social media posts, supporter actions and web pages, including video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro.

• Oversee the production of public-facing materials, such as banners, leaflets and props, for HSI’s UK campaigns, as directed.

• Assist with the planning and organisation of events (including media and Parliamentary events) for HSI’s UK campaigns, including handling bookings, invitations, and RSVPs, as directed.

• Co-ordinate the implementation of communications plans to support campaigns.

• Conduct research to inform and develop media lists for campaigns, as directed.

• Undertake administrative tasks, including communications project management, expense tracking and maintenance of visual asset library.

• Assist the media and communications program manager with research and communications to maintain and develop HSI/UK’s celebrity and influencer networks and activities.

• Ensure accurate, timely recording and internal communication of progress against strategic communications goals, including through social media analytics, tracking of media coverage and quarterly reports.

About you 

Our successful candidate will be highly organised, positive and proactive with excellent attention to detail. You’ll have the ability to create creative and persuasive digital content which informs our supporters and encourages them to take action for animals. An understanding of the media and celebrity/influencer landscape in the UK would be beneficial. You’ll have experience working in a communications role, ideally gained within the charity sector, and a proven track record of supporting the delivery of effective campaigns and external communications.

About us 

Humane Society International/UK is part of Humane Society International, a global animal protection organisation striving for a better future for animals through advocacy, education, and hands-on programmes. In the UK we are an leading voice for animals, running effective campaigns on wildlife protection, the fur trade, and farmed animal welfare, backed by hundreds of thousands of supporters across the country. HSI/UK has big ambitions to create further positive change for animals both here in the UK and around the world. 

Background

Social AF are experts in Social Media Moderation. We are incredibly proud to work with a large portfolio of regional, national, and international charities to protect and enhance their brand reputations online, as well as supporting them to deliver their virtual fundraising challenges which have collectively raised in excess of £20 million. 

Our reputation for delivering an excellent social media moderation service has helped the company grow at a rapid pace. Our services include: 

• Social Media Moderation 

• Facebook Group Moderation

• Event set-up and supporter journeys

The continued growth of our Facebook Group Moderation service, led by our Head of Virtual Challenges, means that we are now on the lookout for a talented Virtual Challenges Manager to support the day to day runnings as well as the ongoing growth of this department. 

Our Virtual Challenges Manager will support with the account management of our charity partners, manage our Virtual Challenges Officer and established moderation team, and ensure the smooth running of our events portfolio.
 

About the role
 

After a significant period of growth we are now looking to hire a Virtual Challenges Manager. The successful candidate will play an important role in managing relationships with our charity partners as well as the performance and development of our moderators.

We currently have a team of 30 Moderators and Team Leaders (self employed contractors) who work across a wide range of Social Fundraising Challenges. During peak times we can support up to 25 events in any one month.

You will be responsible for the day to day management of our team of talented moderators by monitoring their KPIs and performance, developing and implementing training, and taking an active role in the recruitment of new starters. 

You will manage a portfolio of charity partner accounts to provide the best possible service and support, to maximise income generation and ensure challenges run to an exceptional standard.

You will also line manage our Virtual Challenges Officer, and work closely with them to ensure the smooth running of our events.
 

You will be expected to live our values and work together with our senior leadership team to support with the growth and evolution of Social AF as the go-to moderation agency for the third sector. 

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' fundraising experience and a minimum of 12 months’ experience of running a Facebook Challenge or Social Fundraising Portfolio.
 

It’s a really exciting time to join Social AF as we expand and grow our agency. The role will be suitable for an outstanding challenge events fundraiser who particularly enjoys building relationships and delivering work to an excellent standard

Please read the job description for further information, including a detailed job and person specification. 

Communications and Marketing Coordinator

Are you a creative communications and marketing professional who loves tackling new challenges and making a real impact?

This is an incredible opportunity to amplify the voices of young people, sharing their stories in powerful and inspiring ways. At the same time, you’ll play a key role in elevating the Youth Zone’s presence and impact within the community, making a real difference where it matters most!

As an equal opportunities’ employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.  The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.

Position: Communications & Marketing Coordinator

Location: Grimsby

Salary: £26,000 to £30,000 (dependent upon experience)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Benefits: 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays; workplace pension; free gym access (once the site has opened); access to the OnSide Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring.

Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 10 February

First stage interviews (in-person in Grimsby): Wednesday 19 February

Young Person Panel (in-person in Grimsby): Evening of Tuesday 25 February

About the Role

As the Communications and Marketing Coordinator you will lead bold, exciting strategies that amplify the voices of young people and bring their stories to life. In this role, you’ll make a lasting impact by raising the Youth Zone’s profile within the community. Whether you're driving standout campaigns, boosting engagement, or building the brand, you’ll be at the forefront of elevating visibility and influence.

No two days will be the same, this fast-paced, purpose-driven environment will have you juggling multiple projects, thinking on your feet, and collaborating across teams. Your work will directly support fundraising, strengthen strategic goals, and ensure the long-term sustainability of the charity.

You’ll be a crucial part of this new Youth Zone for Grimsby and North-East Lincolnshire, welcoming up to 250 young people each session and creating a space where they can thrive. If you’re ready to take the lead, bring energy to everything you do, and create meaningful change, we want to hear from you!

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and leading the opening specific strategy

• Brand Awareness

• Relationship building, both internally and externally

• Content Management

• Stakeholder support

Before the Youth Zone opens and during its construction, there will be elements of hybrid working in place. 

About You

You will: 

• Be driven, hardworking, organised and equally comfortable engaging with young people and stakeholders.

• Have a sense of fun, plenty of energy but understand deadlines and how to manage them effectively. 

• Believe in young people’s potential, and be passionate and committed about communicating it

• Be proactive, creative and possess a solution focused can-do attitude. 

You will have experience of:

• Varied experience of planning and delivering communication and creative marketing plans in line with organisational objectives and aims.

• Experience of working with the media and delivering PR and publicity with local and regional media outlets.

• Experience in website management, content development, and delivering engaging digital communications.

• Skilled in building relationships with senior stakeholders and managing externally funded projects.

• Project and budget management experience including monitoring and evaluation processes.

• Experience working in young person-focused environments, providing information, advice, guidance, and support.

To apply, you will be asked to submit a CV and cover letter via the company website. 

About the Organisation

This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 – 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025.

The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this.  Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter.  The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. 

The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check.

You may have experience in other areas such as Communications and Marketing Coordinator, Communications, Marketing, Communications and Marketing, Communications Officer, Marketing Officer, Digital Marketing, PR, Media. 

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

Salary: £43,000-£46,000 per annum

Location: Harlow Essex, 2 days per week in the office, flexible working available.

Closing: Tuesday 28th January

About the role

The Motability Foundation is looking for a confident, driven media and PR professional to join the Communications team and lead our media and PR activity.

This a really exciting time to be joining the Foundation as we embark on our new strategy in 2025. With a recently refreshed new brand, our vision is clear, we want to help disabled people make the journeys they choose. This role will play a crucial part in our work to raise awareness of the work of the Motability Foundation and amplify the voices of disabled people across the media.

This role will take a lead on all media and PR activities. With a strong news sense, you’ll help develop and execute forward-thinking PR plans and strategies for the organisation, manage our external profile and raise awareness of the work we do, aligned to our vision.

If you are a proactive and motivated media and PR individual looking for an exciting new challenge within a friendly, flexible, and supportive team, then this could be the role for you!

What you will be doing

• Implement and manage a comprehensive and proactive PR activity schedule for the Foundation, crafting compelling content to entice journalists and the media to support our work.
• Act as the main point of contract for all media and press activity. You’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the Motability Foundation press office, providing an efficient service that makes the most of reactive and proactive media opportunities and builds our reputation with the media.
• Develop and foster strong relationships with key media outlets in the sector and journalists, broadcasters and editors to secure coverage that helps to influence key decision makers and engage our audiences in our work.
• Scan effectively for breaking news stories relevant to our areas of work.
• Produce press releases, and secure coverage using media surveys/polls.
• Working with colleagues in public affairs and our Performance and Innovation team, take a lead on proactive media activity around our policy, campaigns and research activity.
• You will work closely with our Case Study Executive to ensure we have the right stories for use in media work.
• Scan for areas of reputational risk and support the Senior Press and PR Manager with preparing for and handling reputational risk.
• Lead on crisis media enquiries and messaging, implementing the necessary checks and actions to protect the Foundation’s reputation and brand.
• Brief and train key spokespeople, developing key messaging and Q&As.
• Analyse and report on media activity for internal teams, external partners and our board, including leading on relevant reports to committees.
• Manage the press and PR budget.
• While this role doesn’t have any line management responsibilities currently, you will nevertheless be expected to support other members of the team on an informal basis.

What will make you great in this role?

You will have a strong track record of securing high profile media coverage, ideally for a national charity dealing in disability, health or social issues. You will have a great news sense and can confidently identify stories and make them work for different media outlets. You will have a flair for writing engaging copy, an eye for detail and an unwavering commitment to meeting deadlines. You will be used to briefing and supporting spokespeople with media interviews and speaking opportunities.

 You will be proactive and a strong team player as this role will need to work closely with colleagues across the communications team and wider organisation. You will be able to take the lead in some areas and lend a hand in others. You will have great people skills and will be comfortable working with people from all walks of life, from your communications colleagues to our case studies to Directors and Board Members.

Your experience

Must haves

• Expertise in media and PR.
• A strategic thinker with excellent project management and communication skills.
• Experience of working with journalists and media outlets, generating and securing strong relevant media coverage.
• Excellent news sense with extensive experience of producing effective and quick reactive news lines for breaking stories.
• The ability to develop excellent long-term media and PR strategies to deliver organisational objectives aligned to our vision.
• Strong judgement and experience of crisis communications.
• Excellent copy-writing skills and ability to influence.

Nice to haves

• Experience working in the non-profit or disability sector.
• Experience of working with PR agencies.

Reporting lines and relationships

Reports to: Senior Press and PR Manager.

Key relationships: Senior Brand and Marketing Manager, Communications Business Partners, Chief Communications Officer, CEO, Case Study Executive

Direct reports: There may be potential line management responsibility in the future as the role evolves.

Extra Information

• The role is based in Harlow, Essex, at Motability’s offices. They are easily commutable from London, just 30 minutes from Liverpool Street station or 18 minutes from Tottenham Hale station. There is a free minibus which brings staff from Harlow Town station to the office at specific times each day.
• We offer blended working within this role – with two days a week in the office or at key stakeholder meetings externally required.  

About us

At Motability Foundation we fund, support, research and innovate so that all disabled people can make the journeys they choose. We oversee the Motability Foundation Scheme and provide grants to help people use it, providing access to transport to hundreds of thousands of people a year.

We award grants to other charities and organisations who provide different types of transport, or work towards making transport accessible. We also carry out ongoing research, in partnership with disabled people and key stakeholders in the industry, to inspire innovations that continue to champion accessible transport for all.

Digital Marketing Assistant

c.£24,000 per annum

Permanent- Onsite 4 days a week- East Sussex

The Talent Set is excited to partner with a renowned historical membership association to recruit a Digital Marketing Assistant. This dynamic role offers the chance to contribute to the organisation’s social media and online content strategy, working closely with the team to create engaging, creative, and high-quality content.

This opportunity is ideal for a Media or Marketing Graduate or someone with equivalent experience seeking to grow their career in a creative, content-focused role. Join a passionate team and help shape the organisation’s digital presence while building your skills in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, draft, schedule, and publish engaging content across social media platforms, generating creative ideas to support audience growth and engagement while monitoring interactions.
• Update and manage website content using the CMS, ensuring accuracy, brand alignment, and process improvements for streamlined workflows.
• Assist in planning, creating, and distributing email campaigns while monitoring performance and recommending data-driven improvements.
• Track and analyse website and social media metrics using tools like Google Analytics, providing actionable insights to optimise content and strategies.
• Manage digital content projects, liaising with stakeholders to ensure quality deliverables, and support broader marketing initiatives.
• Assist with press coverage, chaperoning media partners, and planning events, providing hands-on support to ensure smooth execution and alignment with brand values.

Person Specification:

• Proficiency with CMS platforms, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), and tools like Figma, plus familiarity with Meta Business Suite for social media management.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners, showing adaptability and flexibility in managing tasks.
• Degree or relevant qualification in marketing, communications, or related field, or equivalent work experience, with strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills adaptable for digital platforms.
• Understanding of digital marketing principles, including SEO, social media strategies, UX, and experience with analytics tools like Google Analytics.
• Excellent ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and maintain attention to detail with a proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Familiarity with CRM systems, email marketing platforms, and previous experience in arts or charity marketing, coupled with creativity and a passion for digital content development.

Benefits:

• Contribute to the organisations renowned brand by crafting engaging and high-quality digital content, playing a key role in growing the social media presence and supporting marketing efforts.
• Gain hands-on experience in digital marketing, content creation, and event support, while learning from a collaborative team in a world-class arts membership organisation.
• Enjoy exclusive benefits, including free gym classes, subsidised dining, access to world-class shows, and discounts at high-street retailers through benefits hub.
• Work in the inspiring surroundings of East Sussex, with free on-site parking, an electric car charging scheme, and a convenient minibus service to and from two local train station.

The deadline for applications is Sunday 26th January 2024

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

The Epilepsy Research Institute is looking to appoint a Head of Marketing and Events on a fixed term 13-month maternity cover starting from 14 April 2025.  This is a unique opportunity to be part of our team and play a leading role in developing and managing the Institute’s external marketing activities to increase visibility, engagement and impact.  

With a proven track record in event management, significant experience of delivering marketing campaigns and a minimum of three years’ experience in a related role, you will play an important part in the Institute’s development, driving our marketing and events strategy to ensure that the organisation remains innovative and impactful. Working across various channels, the ability to creatively raise the profile of our work, while maintaining brand integrity and consistency, will be key. This is a busy role, working as part of the External Affairs team and supporting colleagues across the Institute.

Our mission is to radically advance research into the causes, prevention and treatment of epilepsy and associated conditions.  If this is something that interests you, and you have the skill set we are looking for, we look forward to hearing from you.

Application is by way of a CV and covering letter which highlights why you are interested in the role and how your experience fits the needs of the Institute as set out in the job description.

Closing date: Wednesday 5 February 2025.

Interview date: Wednesday 19 February 2025

We are looking for a dynamic, confident individual with skills and expertise in marketing and communications to take an active and leading role in raising our profile, promoting our services, demonstrating our impact and managing targeted campaigns and initiatives.

You will be a passionate advocate of children’s literacy, with a strong background in digital media, able to create engaging content and communicate effectively and creatively across multiple platforms, telling our stories and demonstrating our impact.  You will be experienced in creating, running and evaluating marketing campaigns and initiatives, confident in your own abilities, with a creative flair and eye for opportunity.

You will see first-hand how our projects work and the impact reading for pleasure makes and play a key role in telling our stories and increasing our reach and support.

In return, we offer a varied role in a small friendly team, with an exciting blend of strategy and delivery which you can shape and make your own; a flexible approach; and training and development opportunities.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

MARKETING & DESIGN

• Lead impactful marketing campaigns, from concept to execution, across multiple channels.
• Monitor campaign progress, analyse data, and implement strategies to boost engagement and conversion.

· Manage Google AdWords – develop and optimise our AdWords campaigns.

• Develop innovative approaches to increase brand awareness and support.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Volunteering, Delivery and Fundraising to create integrated campaigns for those areas.

· Work with colleagues to create in-house design elements using Canva and/or InDesign for online and offline documents including - flyers, adverts, reports, Annual Review.

· Draft and coordinate content for, and manage the creation of, a quarterly newsletter to our list of subscribers.

· Act as brand custodian for the charity – ensuring staff and partners are adhering to Brand Guidelines.

COMMUNICATIONS

· Monitor all Marcomms channels including the website for engagement and activity – keeping a record and producing a quarterly report.

· Be responsible for the Charity’s website, working with our external digital partner to maintain and develop content and functionality and improve accessibility and reach.

· Collaborate with our delivery and volunteer team to co-create “on-the- ground” content from our projects each month (images, GIFs, video, copy) for publishing across our social media channels.

· Manage a monthly digital content plan – developing and scheduling content according to key dates in the calendar, posting to relevant channels (additional support of 4 hours per week is provided).

· Be the first port of call for the media, passing calls on to Senior Managers.

HR and Line Management

· This role reports into the Head of Operations as the line manager, but involves some matrix management from the CEO who will provide guidance and support in specific areas.

· The role currently has no direct reports, but includes four hours’ support from an existing member of staff

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Criteria

1. Significant experience of delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns

2. Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in writing and in person on a variety of platforms and to a wide range of audiences

3. Experience of social media management, with knowledge of design tools

4. Demonstrable experience of generalist marketing and communications, including digital, written and storytelling

5. Ability to develop engaging supporter journeys that deepen relationships and drive action

6. Effective and willing collaborator, able to work with other colleagues in other teams to achieve shared objectives, and inspire and engage stakeholders

7. Proven design ability, with confident use of design tools such as Canva

8. Able to manage own time and well-being effectively, ensuring targets/objectives are met while work/life balance is effective

9. Ability to see the bigger picture and translate thoughts and ideas into strategic plans

Desirable Criteria

1. Experience/knowledge of the charity sector

2. Familiarity with website functionality and design

We are looking for a Digital Hub Editor and Content Creator to transform lives through our unique online support and information service.

Join an outstanding adoption charity and award-winning trauma recovery service provider that is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of women, children and families from many different backgrounds. 

Position: Digital Hub Editor and Content Creator

Location: Reading / Hybrid, with at least one day per week in Reading office 

Contract: Fixed term role for up to 12 months (commencing April 2025)

Hours: Part time working 30 hours a week over 4 or 5 days

Salary: Pro-rata salary of £23,288 - £28,461 per annum (full time equivalent range £28,722 - £35,103 per annum)

Closing date:  9am Friday 21 February 2025

Interview date:  Wednesday 5 March 2025

About the role:

As Digital Hub Editor and Content Creator you will provide the editorial and technical support needed to support the efficient running of our unique online support and information service for our Children and Trauma Community Hub (CATCH) and our new hub, Bounce, that provides domestic violence support and training. You’ll continue the development of the content and functionality of both Hubs.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

· Keeping our website up to date, on brand and meeting accessibility guidelines

· Project manage or assist in the creation of new eLearning courses and modules

· Film, edit and upload new audio visual content for the Hubs

· Provide technical support to enable the smooth delivery of the Hubs

· Work with our web hosting and support partners to efficiently fix issues

· Maintain an overview of Hub analytics and generate reports

About you:

You’ll have competent video and editing skills using Adobe Premiere Pro, Audition or similar and practical experience of working with Wordpress, Google Analytics, html, eLearning platforms and website editing using a CMS. You’ll enjoy collaborating with others and have excellent written communication skills with high attention to detail. Your creative skills will find clear and interesting ways of presenting information and generating new ideas.

If this sounds like you then visit our website to apply today and join a supportive team in a rewarding role and be part of something truly meaningful.

Early applications are encouraged as we may close this vacancy on an earlier basis if a successful candidate is found.

Other roles you may have experience of could include:

Digital Content, Digital Content Assistant, Website content editor, Digital Content Specialist, Digital Marketing, Digital Content Producer, Digital Editor, Digital Content Creator, Editor and Content Creator, Digital Content Editor, Web Editor, Website Digital Content Editor.

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at PACT. We have robust measures and best practices in place to safeguard and protect the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we take pride in maintaining outstanding safeguarding standards. Anyone joining our team is subject to PACT’s safer recruitment pre-appointment enquiries, including a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). The role description provides information on what our safer recruitment enquiries include and the level of DBS required to work in the role. All opportunities with PACT are based in the UK.

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Are you motivated, energetic, and organised with the ability to connect with a variety of audiences?

This role offers the unique opportunity to lead and develop the brand and reputation for a new charity while leading on all aspects of its communications.

This is a new youth centre, opening in Preston in late 2025.

Working alongside the charity’s CEO, other key members of staff and with support from the charity and the Youth Zone network, you will initially be in charge of ensuring the offer to the Preston community is communicated effectively to all key stakeholders ahead of managing the marketing and communications strategy once open.

This is an exciting role where no two days will be the same.

Position: Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Location: Preston

Salary: £30,000 to £33,000 (dependent upon experience)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Benefits: 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays; workplace pension; free gym access (once the site has opened); access to the OnSide Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring.

Closing Date: 12noon, Friday 31 January

Interviews: Early February (two stages)

About the Role

This is the lead communications role in the charity focused on developing and delivering an integrated communications and marketing strategic plan, aligned to the organisational strategic goals and, within it, the fundraising strategy.

You will be responsible for developing, managing and maintaining all communications and marketing activities to enhance the visibility and reputation of the Youth Zone.

Target audiences are:

• Young people and their families, members, and potential members of the Youth Zone. 

• Youth Zone staff members.

• Potential supporters within the community, including high net worth individuals, small to medium sized business owners, corporates who may engage via charity partnerships, local individuals and families who would be interested in supporting a key local charity; and existing supporters.

• The wider Preston Community. Delivery partners across Preston including Preston City Council and Lancashire County Council.

Before the Youth Zone opens and during its construction, you will be based at the charity’s temporary office space in Preston city centre as well as travelling to other Youth Zones. 

About You

You will: 

• Be driven, hardworking, organised and equally comfortable engaging with all our stakeholders. 

• Be able to work at a fast pace and have the ability to meet tight deadlines.

• Believe in young people’s potential, have the ability to communicate it while having a can-do attitude.

You will have:

• Varied experience of planning and delivering communication and creative marketing plans in line with organisational objectives and aims.

• Experience of working with the media and delivering PR and publicity with local and regional media outlets.

• Experience of web content development and website management.

• Experience of building relationships with senior stakeholders.

• Experience of working within a mixed office environment as the communication/marketing expert.

• Project and budget management experience.

• Experience of work with those with disabilities.

• Experience of monitoring and evaluation processes.

• Experience managing externally funded projects.

• Experience providing information, advice, guidance and support to young people.

To apply, you will be asked to submit a CV and cover letter via the charity website. 

About the Organisation

Preston is a great city but nearly one in four young people live in poverty, with some areas seeing that number rising to one in three in recent years. It’s clear that greater support is needed and barriers to leading successful, happier and aspirational lives must be broken down. The Youth Zone will be a vital provision that will make a huge difference to the lives of young people, and to the whole city, levelling the playing field for our young people.

Construction of the Youth Zone, is due to be completed in the summer of 2025 and will open later that year. The charity believe all young people in Preston should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose, to find out what they’ve got and where it could take them. The Youth Zone will be a purpose-built space fizzing with energy and crammed with incredible facilities. It will be staffed by skilled and dedicated youth workers who truly believe in young people in the city – helping them see what they can achieve, and giving them the skills, confidence and ambition to go for it.

Once open, we will deliver life-changing support seven days a week to help thousands of young people from a diverse range of backgrounds to thrive. 

You may also have experience in areas such as Marketing Coordinator, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Communications Coordinator, Digital Marketing Coordinator, Digital Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Digital Communications Coordinator.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

About the Role

Location & Contract: This is a full-time, 12-month fixed term (maternity cover) role. The role is hybrid working, with travel required to our Reading hub at least twice per month.

Salary: £38,841 - £40,848 per annum

Closing Date: Tuesday 4th February, 12:00 pm*

*We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we receive sufficient applications. If you are interested in this role, please submit your application as soon as possible.

The PR Manager will be responsible for developing and executing the organisation’s PR strategy, in support of the wider I&E and Brand, Communications and Entertainment Strategy. You will seek and create opportunities to enhance the charity’s reputation and promote its mission, in line with its goals and values.

You will lead on defining and articulating organisational key messaging for key activities to be shared with the wider organisation and external media. This will include supporting the People team in developing their internal communications strategy that engages, inspires and empowers the organisation.

Working collaboratively with the Brand, Communications and Entertainment team, provide support in developing external campaigns and relevant entertainment relationships, including with media partners, broadcasters, influencers and celebrity supporters

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the PR strategy, developing plans to promote key initiatives, campaigns and products to media, effectively and in line with wider strategies.
• Have a proactive approach in anticipating media requests & reactions and have the right processes, assets and content in place to support this.
• Create impactful press releases and other supporting media materials that are consistent with the agreed strategy, goals and key messaging to secure coverage.
• Build powerful press and media relationships and partnerships to gain coverage and elevate campaigns, and identify how Make-A-Wish can optimise these.
• Develop and update toolkits to support consistent media presentation, and toolkit elements for specific fundraising activities and campaigns that can be used internally and also shared with partners and community leaders.

Essential Criteria

• Evidence and experience of developing and leading high-profile media activations including broadcast coverage, broadsheet coverage, etc.
• Evidence and experience of capturing stories including copywriting, sensitive interviewing and story capture approaches, etc.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks, best practice and ethical issues.
• Experience with insight and analytic tools and building reports to inform and develop PR strategy.
• Experience of managing and planning work strategically.

Desirable Criteria

• Ideally 7+ years experience within a PR focussed role within a cause driven organisation and/or charity.
• Ideally 2+ years experience within a similar role.

At Make-A-Wish, we believe that agile working gives everyone an opportunity to have their own work pattern that suits their role and individual needs. We believe this is the most effective way to give our best to wish children and supporters, and as a result deliver our charitable mission in the most effective way; whilst ensuring we create a happy workplace.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Relevant level of DBS check will be required for this role. Employment is subject to positive references and proof of the right to work in the UK.

Make-A-Wish is also committed to attracting and recruiting diverse people as it’s vital that we strive towards ensuring that our trustees, employees, ambassadors and volunteers reflect the communities we seek to serve.

Apply for this role via our website. We are only accepting applications completed via our website here.

**No contact from agencies or media sales**

About Young Westminster Foundation:

The Young Westminster Foundation was established in 2017 to support young people growing up in Westminster to have healthy, safe and bright futures. The foundation is a cross-sector partnership, working with youth organisations, schools, businesses, funders, government and Westminster City Council and is part of the wider YPF network supporting children across North-West London.

We are a membership organisation, supporting local youth organisations through grants, training, research and networking opportunities. Forging partnerships with businesses, public sector partners, individuals and major funders, our work helps strengthen services for all young people Westminster.

Our aims:

• Members: Helping youth clubs and youth organisations to thrive
• Partnerships: Fostering a community who care about Westminster’s young people
• Funding: Generating long term investment for youth organisations and young people in Westminster
• Knowledge: Listening, learning and sharing

​The Role: 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Director of Communications and Engagement to join the team and be part of the Senior Management Team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing the charity's communications, focusing on building our profile as well as outreach to our growing community of member charities, businesses and strategic partners. You will ensure YWF's voice is impactful and authentic, blending creativity and strategy to elevate our organisation's presence and strengthen its relationships with young people, member organisations, the public and partners.

 You will cover digital, events and external communications, working closely with the team. This is a permanent part-time role (3 or 4 days per week) with flexible working options.

This is a hands-on role working within a small and busy charity. The scope of the role is varied and will evolve as YWF continues to develop, but will broadly involve the following:

Key Responsibilities

• Working closely with the CEO, create and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to promote the charity’s work and to maximise opportunities of key partner engagement
• Take stock of our current communications activity and lead efforts to elevate the charity's visibility and profile, including reporting and acting on analytics from the various platforms
• Oversee and implement communications across all platforms, including digital, print, and events. This includes creating regular business and member newsletters, website updates and events comms
• Oversee branding and communication guidelines, ensuring that staff are supported to follow and adhere to them
• Working closely with our Business Development Lead to support corporate fundraising efforts
• Work with our Evaluation and Data Specialist to develop communications proposals and maximise the use of in-house and external data
• Work closely with the team to develop compelling stories and formats and align communications strategy with the charity's mission and objectives
• Work closely with the Westminster Youth Hubs supporting them in their marketing and communications, encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing and helping build capacity
• Work closely with external agencies, including videographers and photographers, to create engaging content for YWF
• Work closely with our partner YPF Young K&C on the development of the OurCity Website
• Supporting the YWF Social media intern in the creation of content and templates aligned with brand guidelines, ensuring high quality is maintained
• Line Management of YWF staff
• Where appropriate, represent YWF at events

​Who Are We Looking For?

• We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:
• Understanding of strategies to grow influence and elevate an organisation's profile by fostering and maintaining strong, strategic relationships with key stakeholders and partners
• Proven experience in developing and executing communications strategies, content development and creation of campaigns, including culturally sensitive communications that resonate with diverse audiences
• Proven experience in gathering, analysing and leveraging analytics to inform and enhance communication strategies and engagement initiatives
• Understanding of organisational branding
• Proven experience of managing social media accounts, websites and marketing tools including Canva and mailchimp
• Excellent presentation, writing and storytelling skills across a wide range of applications and for varied audiences
• Excellent proofreading and editing skills
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and empower YWF team members
• An understanding of the charity sector and children and young people and the issues facing both

​What else?

Interpersonal skills – you will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have experience of developing relationships with a range of people

Mucking in – working in a small team with tight resources you will not be shy about helping out with getting things done but in return you will get flexible working arrangements and a fun working environment

The cause – you will be passionate about our vision to support children and young people and be aware of the issues young Londoners are facing

At YWF we offer an attractive package of benefits to our staff. This includes:

• Competitive pay package and pension scheme
• Annual leave – 28 days plus Christmas closure
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Sabbatical scheme
• Flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion:

Young Westminster Foundation works with and supports diverse communities. Our member organisations are grassroots non-profits supporting young people in our communities. Many of these organisations are led by global majority groups.  As YPFs we work with our members to elevate their work and voices. We recognise the impact of poverty and racism on our communities and aim to work actively alongside communities rather than ‘doing to them’ and take an intersectional approach.  We also acknowledge the additional impact of discrimination experienced by women, disabled people and LGBT+ people of the global majority. As part of our commitment to equity, inclusion and cultural competency across our network, we ensure diverse communities are represented and supported in our organisation and structures and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Accessibility: Please note that our office is located on the second floor without lift access.

Application: As part of your application, please upload a CV and a cover letter explaining your interest in this role and how you fit the experience and skills profile.

Justlife’s Vision

Making people's experience of temporary accommodation be short, safe and healthy.

About this role

We are seeking an experienced Communications Manager who will elevate our charity’s profile, amplify our mission, engage stakeholders and influence policy change nationally through compelling storytelling and impactful campaigns. The role will lead on shaping and delivering our communications strategy, ensuring our messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned with our vision of transforming temporary accommodation (TA).

The ideal candidate will be as comfortable with high-level strategy and planning as getting their hands dirty in the day-to-day of making that strategy happen. They will care about our cause of bringing about change for people living in homeless Temporary Accommodation across the country. They will be a self-starter with great communications skills and an ability to think strategically alongside a flexible, pro-active and open approach to work.

Working closely with our senior leadership, policy and fundraising teams, they will combine excellent organisation, communication and people skills to move forward the comms across our charity, leading this area of our work at an exciting time for Justlife as a charity. We are just launching the Transforming Temporary Accommodation Project, a national 5 year initiative aiming to radically reduce the use of TA while improving standards for those who depend on it.

The Communications Manager will play a crucial role in developing our communications strategy and delivery around this project, as well as across the wider work of the charity including our policy and research work, our frontline services in Brighton and Manchester, and our communication with donors and supporters.

After appointing this post, we will also be recruiting for a Communications Assistant, who will be supervised by the Communications Manager. We hope this new Comms team will be passionate about our work, strategic in their approach and brilliant at getting stuff done. To help make this happen, you will join a supportive team and working environment where your wellbeing is valued as much as your work. This role will ideally be based at one of our offices in Brighton or Manchester but we will consider a hybrid role. It will require some national travel and occasional overnight stays.

Why do we exist

Justlife is in existence because we know thousands of people struggle to manage in poor and unsuitable temporary accommodation. Their stay isn’t temporary, they are likely to be suffering with deteriorating mental and physical health, becoming victims of crime, losing control of their life and even dying prematurely. We are working towards making their stays as short, safe and healthy as possible.

How do we operate?

Our values guide our work and are very important to us:

• Collaboration before competition
• People before programmes
• Innovation before Institutions

What do we do?

Justlife delivers impactful services in Greater Manchester and Brighton & Hove, supporting and empowering people experiencing homelessness in temporary accommodation. We also drive positive system change across the national temporary accommodation sector, convening those with a common interest; people with lived experience, landlords, charities, local and national government, and carrying out research and gathering insights.

We aim to grow our impact and reach, supporting more people in temporary accommodation and to build a movement that brings about lasting positive change.

Why work for us?

Here at Justlife, we're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective.

Perks of working at Justlife

• Great holiday package! Starting at 27 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays (increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and 30 days after 10 years’ service)
• Additional 5 days annual leave purchase scheme through salary sacrifice
• Enhanced pension contribution scheme, 5% Justlife contribution (correct at time of print)
• Cycle to work scheme
• 2 Volunteering days per year

Employment Terms and Conditions

Job Title: Communications Manager

Hours: Full time, but open to part-time hours for the right candidate.

Contract Type/Term: Permanent

Normal hrs. to be worked: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. This role will also involve some national travel as well as occasional overnight stays, evening and weekend work.

Location: Ideally based in Brighton or Manchester for at least 2 days a week.

Salary: £42,023 per annum.

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Monday 10th February 2025

Application Process
To apply, please submit a covering letter addressing how you meet the person specification, together with an up to date CV and Equal Opportunities form.

We may hold short informal Zoom interviews in the week of 16th February. Final in-person interviews are planned for Wednesday 5th or Thursday 6th March. These are likely to be in London but we will confirm nearer the time - we can cover reasonable travel expenses for those invited to interview.

You will receive an automated email receipt of your submitted forms. If you do not hear from us by the end of Friday 14th February, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are grateful to you for considering this role but unfortunately we are unable to provide feedback on unsuccessful shortlisting.

Job Summary

The Communications Manager will elevate our charity’s profile, amplify our mission, engage stakeholders and influence policy change nationally through compelling storytelling and impactful campaigns. The role will lead on shaping and delivering our communications strategy, ensuring our messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned with our vision of transforming temporary accommodation (TA).

The role will work closely with colleagues to play a key role in bringing about change for people living in homeless TA across the country. Developing and delivering campaigns that increase the awareness of our brand, the impact of our work and the change we believe is needed.

This role will include:

• Developing and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy to support our vision to transform temporary accommodation.
• Enhancing our brand identity as thought leaders in the sector and delivery experts in supporting people in TA.
• Delivering compelling content across multiple channels to engage with relevant stakeholders.

Role Description

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to support our mission and strategic goals.
• Manage and enhance our brand identity, ensuring all external and internal communications align with our values and objectives.
• Create compelling content across multiple channels, including press releases, blogs, newsletters, social media, and reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and other key stakeholders to maximize coverage and influence.
• Lead on digital communications, including website management, social media strategy, and analytics to improve engagement and reach.
• Support advocacy and fundraising efforts by developing targeted campaigns that resonate with donors, policymakers, and the wider public.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather stories and insights that showcase the impact of our work.
• Work with the staff teams to provide effective internal communications.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communications initiatives, using insights to refine strategies and drive continuous improvement.
• Managing a communications assistant and external agencies/freelancers involved in our communications, marketing and branding.

This job description is intended as an outline indicator of general areas of activity and will be amended in light of the changing needs of Justlife. It is expected that the post holder will be as positive and flexible as possible in using this document as a framework, and in performing other duties commensurate with these responsibilities, the band of the post and skills and qualification of the post-holder.

Person Specification

 Experience & Knowledge

• Experience as a communications manager or in a similar role, preferably in the charity, non-profit, or social impact sector.
• Strong understanding of media relations and experience in securing coverage across various platforms.
• Experience of developing and implementing a strategic communications plan for internal and external communications.
• Knowledge of homelessness, housing policy, or social justice issues (desirable but not essential)
• Experience of managing staff and/or freelancers/agency relationships.
• Experience or knowledge of working in a person-centred way with people with lived experience of homelessness or marginalisation.

Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a talent for storytelling and producing a range of written materials including press releases, media statements, fundraising copy etc.
• Proficiency in digital communications, including managing websites, social media platforms, and analytics tools.
• IT skills (Office suite, online cloud-based tools).
• Strategic thinker with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, influence and communicate effectively with a range of people.
• Flexibility, adaptability and an ability to think creatively.

Personal attributes

• A strong commitment to drive change for people living in TA.
• Commitment to diversity and anti-oppressive practice in all areas of work.
• Self-motivation, able to prioritise workload and operate without close guidance from a manager.
• Commitment to the values of Justlife:
  • Collaboration before competition
  • People before programmes
  • Innovation before Institution

Location: Hybrid (minimum 1 day per week in shared workspace – currently situated between Cockermouth and Carlisle)

Contract type: Initial fixed-term contract until March 2027 (with opportunity for permanent contract)

Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week

Launched in 2022 and covering over 1800 square miles, Raise: Cumbria Community Forest hugs the western edge of the Lake District National Park and stretches from Carlisle in the north to Barrow-in-Furness in the south. We are a growing collective of foresters, artists and researchers, working with communities, landowners and regional policymakers to make a difference.

Raise: Cumbria Community Forest is a member of England’s Community Forests – collectively, the work of 15 community forests has formed the largest environmental regeneration initiative in England - and we are part of the Community Forest Trust, a national registered charity.

Raise is a neurodivergent-led organisation which actively works with neurodivergent participants, partners and practitioners. Wherever possible, Raise seeks to create positive opportunities for neurodivergent Cumbrian people, shine a light on neurodivergent experiences of green spaces, and celebrate neurodivergent cultures.

The Marketing and Communications Manager is a new role which has been created to support the continued growth of Raise: Cumbria Community Forest, building upon assets developed by an experienced Associate.

The postholder will lead on developing strategies and implementing plans that increase the profile of our mission, our offer to landowners, and our engagement with communities.

As a member of a small, dedicated team, this is a hands-on role, requiring both strategic thinking and practical implementation.You will deliver all day-to-day marketing and communications activities, including multichannel campaigns, social media management, and content creation.

There’s also the opportunity to get out of the office to work with our foresters, engagement team and local communities across Cumbria to plant trees, address barriers to accessing green spaces and create a legacy.It’s an exciting time to join our organisation.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in a marketing and/or communications role, preferably within the environmental or charitable sector although this is not essential.

The ability to work as part of an agile and dynamic multidisciplinary team is a must, as well as strong project management skills including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

We are of course passionate about people and the environment, so the postholder must be committed to the benefits of woodland creation and community engagement.

The perks:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays
• An enhanced pension scheme
• In-house training opportunities

To apply, please submit your full CV and a covering letter detailing your relevant skills and experience.

You can also contact the HR Team for a full copy of the job description and person specification for this role.

The closing date for this advertisement is 26th February 2025 with interviews expected to be held during w/c 17th March 2025.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

Open for Business is a charity with a vision of a world where business is a driving force in advancing LGBTQ+ equality around the world. We lead a Coalition of 38 global businesses, who have made a commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and make the economic case for LGBTQ+ inclusion using data and research. We develop the evidence base that shows that more inclusive, diverse societies are not just good for individuals, they are also better for business and economic growth.

We’re recruiting a Digital Content Lead who be responsible for all content development, including social (organic and paid), website and design.

This is an exciting role in a fast-paced organisation committed to ensuring LGBTQ+ inclusion globally. We are looking for a confident colleague who is as comfortable translating data to vertical video and carousels as they are drafting social copy and designing decks and event invites. The postholder will need to stick to brand guidelines and build our external brand identity while also looking for innovative and engaging ideas to present content for a range of stakeholders.

You will be as suited to proactive, agile and autonomous work, managing multiple deadlines and projects while keeping abreast of all relevant internal and external developments that may lend themselves to content creation.

We are a data-driven advocacy organisation, and the successful candidate will be comfortable handling data and translating it for different formats of content. We are keen to welcome candidates who are passionate about addressing LGBTQ+ equalities worldwide, particularly women and people of colour, who are currently underrepresented at Open for Business.

For further details on the role, including person specification and process for applications, see the job pack below.

The closing date for submissions of applications is 23:59 on 18 February 2025.

Please note this is a permanent role with a start date of May 2025 or later.