Campaigns and communications lead jobs

About us:
At St George's Hospital Charity, we're dedicated to making a difference in our hospitals and the communities we serve. Everything we do is framed by a commitment to improve the support we can provide to patients, staff and visitors who use our hospitals in the local communities across Southwest London, Surrey and Sussex. Every year, we transform hospital spaces, provide life-saving equipment, champion pioneering research and fund projects that support our NHS staff to perform at their best. We're looking for an ambitious fundraising professional to join our team and be part of the next stage in our charity's development. 

About the role:

We're looking for an Individual Giving Manager who will lead the charity’s individual giving programme during an exciting period of growth. You will deliver key activities aimed at building our profile, donor base and unrestricted income in line with our strategic objectives. This will be achieved through the delivery and strategic development of warm and cold cash acquisition, a face-to-face regular giving programme, effective retention strategies and initiatives that will build our contactable base of supporters. This role will also be responsible for the development of our gifts in wills programme, including creating marketing campaigns and materials to grow gifts in wills income. The role is involved in both strategic planning and implementation.

This role is a unique opportunity to double income from individual giving and be an integral member of a hardworking, friendly and passionate team. It would be suitable for someone looking to take the next step in their fundraising career with experience across a range of individual giving income streams, preferably including cash appeals, regular giving, face-to-face and lottery, with proven success in contributing to income growth across a diverse portfolio.  You will see firsthand the difference you make every day to 10,000 hardworking NHS staff and 1million + patients accessing St George’s NHS Trust.

Our staff benefits:

• Pension: contribute 3% of your pre-tax monthly salary and we add an additional 6% to your contribution
• Wellness days: you are entitled to two paid wellness days to focus on your wellbeing.
• Training and development: One-day (pro rata) per month to focus on your personal training and development
• Annual Leave: Enjoy 25 days holiday/year plus 8 bank holidays. This increases by one day per year, up to a maximum of an additional five days. This is on a pro rata basis.
• Enhanced maternity pay: Qualifying employees are eligible for enhanced maternity pay, calculated based on their current salary, after completing 52 weeks of employment.
• Extended time off: Employees with at least two years’ service can take between 4 to 6 weeks off unpaid for activities such as travelling, studying, pursuing hobbies or caring for an independent.
• Shared parental leave: This lets parents share up to 50 weeks of leave and 37 weeks of pay after the birth or adoption of a child.
• Season ticket loan: spread the cost of your commute with our season ticket loan.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Our health assured EAP offers confidential support and advice on a range of personal and professional areas including mental health, financial concerns and wellbeing.
• Blue Light Card: enjoy discounts both online and in store across various outlets

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so applicants are encouraged to submit their application before the closing date

Sightsavers Ireland is a leading international NGO working to prevent avoidable blindness, restore sight and advocate for social inclusion and equal rights for people with disabilities. Established in 2003, we are an independent affiliate that works to actively support the work of the global Sightsavers organisation 

Title: Fundraising Assistant

Salary:  €24,908 - €29,304

Location: Dublin, hybrid working

About the role

The role of Fundraising Assistant offers an exciting opportunity for a strong administrator with an understanding and appreciation of donor value and contribution, to support Sightsavers Ireland’s Individual Giving team and lead on the administrative tasks that support fundraising efforts.

As Fundraising Assistant, you will support a wide range of fundraising campaigns and be an integral link between Sightsavers Ireland and its existing supporters as well as fostering relationships with prospective new donors.

This varied role offers the opportunity to gain critical experience across a diverse range of fundraising methods and channels, whilst supporting Sightsavers’ vision of a world where no one is blind from avoidable causes or excluded from accessing their rights because of a disability. Within the parameters of the Job Description, you will have the opportunity to shape this role, making it an excellent first-step into Fundraising and donor support.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate response handling of fundraising campaigns and manage thank-you processes with service providers
• Follow up on unprocessed donations and handle cheque logging and dispatch
• Maintain accurate donor records across systems and databases
• Support inbound donor queries via phone and email, arranging follow-ups as needed
• Assist with fundraising activities, including in-person donor visits
• Manage administrative tasks such as purchase orders, invoices, and stationery
• Support database updates and campaign coordination, including tax and digital activities
• Update and enhance data files for fundraising campaigns
• Liaise with fulfilment house to manage donor materials and mailings
• Provide general administrative support to the Individual Giving team

This is a varied role. Please read the full job description for further details. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader, and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Requirements:

Essential

• Experience in customer service or supporter care
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Awareness of disability inclusion and gender equality principles 
• High degree of initiative, flexibility and a self-starter  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and attention to detail
• Outstanding English language communication skills, both written and verbal
• Understanding of the importance of donor relationships and supporter care
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Proactive and willing to learn
• Reliable and accountable
• Adhere to the 6 Sightsavers Ireland’s values - collaboration, excellence, boldness, accountability, inclusion and empowerment
• Full working rights in Ireland and ability to come into the Dublin office at least 3 days per week.

Desirable

• Experience working in a fundraising or non-profit environment
• Familiarity with donor databases or CRM systems
• Understanding of tax-related donor communications
• Experience supporting digital or community fundraising campaigns
• Confidence in liaising with external service providers
• Experience engaging with partners, stakeholders, or organisations of persons with disabilities. 

Next steps

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please complete an application via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying.

Flexible working

The Fundraising Assistant needs to work from our office in Dublin at least three times per week, to support key operational activities that need to be completed in person. Office attendance does not need to be for full days, and we are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, for example hours that accommodate school pick-ups, caring responsibilities, or other personal commitments.

We anticipate that remote interviews will take place on the week commencing 10 November and the evaluation process will include a video or in-person interview with a potential written task before hand.

Closing date: Sunday 26 October 2025

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.

About the Role

We're looking for a proactive and organised Direct Marketing and Fundraising Officer to support our Public Fundraising team. In this varied role, you'll help deliver engaging fundraising campaigns, manage supporter journeys, and ensure our fundraising efforts run smoothly.

You'll also provide key administrative and project support to the team and the Director of Fundraising and Marketing, with the chance to develop your skills in digital fundraising, data reporting, and campaign coordination. If you're detail-oriented, a great communicator, and passionate about making a difference — we’d love to hear from you!

***Please download the job description for full details***

About You

You are a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with proven administrative experience in a fast-paced environment. You’ll be a confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills, able to draft professional documents and liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, digital collaboration tools and CRM systems is essential. You’ll also have good numeracy skills and experience maintaining financial records. A natural team player, you’ll be adaptable, able to prioritise a demanding workload, and remain calm under pressure — particularly during emergency fundraising appeals.

Key responsibilities:

· Assist in the coordination and delivery of public fundraising activities during emergency appeals, including managing content and materials, liaising with member agencies, and supporting with reporting and updates for senior stakeholders.

· Provide high-quality administrative support to the Fundraising and Marketing Director and wider team, including diary management, meeting coordination, minute-taking, and general team logistics.

· Help develop and deliver fundraising materials across direct marketing and digital channels, gather content, and ensure assets are approved and shared with key stakeholders.

· Maintain and update fundraising budgets, process invoices, and support post-appeal reviews with external suppliers and partners.

· Contribute to digital activities by supporting basic analytics, user journey testing, and content creation for platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, with opportunities to take part in digital innovation workshops.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours (outside of appeal periods)
• Hybrid working model (some mandatory office days during appeals)
• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Healthcare Cash Plan (value ~£1,660/year)
• Pension contribution (3%, rising to 8% post-probation)
• Wellbeing and mental health support
• Access to Wellhub, discounts, and ticket schemes
• Season ticket and hardship loans (post-probation)
• Cycle to Work and Car schemes (salary sacrifice)

The DEC is an equal opportunities employer and provides opportunities to learn and grow in an inclusive, supportive, and productive environment. We encourage applications from anyone who can meet the criteria, regardless of gender, race, age, disability, sexuality, or religion.

The DEC is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable adults and participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during

Join Sutton Nightwatch and help us raise vital funds to support and raise awareness for the homeless people within the London Borough of Sutton and surrounding areas. You’ll lead on strategy, grow donor relationships, and deliver ambitious fundraising targets that directly transform lives.

Sutton Night Watch is a registered charity which was set up to support and raise awareness for the homeless people within the London Borough of Sutton and surrounding areas.

Over the past 10 years, with the support of local business, the local community and fundraising efforts, we have been able to grow and expand into our own, permanent base in December 2019.  From here we are able to not only provide the essentials such as food, showers and clothing supplies, but we are able to also offer our service users a range of health services, benefit advice, wellbeing and educational based courses, clothes, washing facilities and most importantly, a place where people are seen, heard and understood. We also support people to find secure accommodation. In the past 3 months we have found homes for 13 people.

Job Purpose:

The Fundraising Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing fundraising strategies to secure financial support for the organization.

Our annual fundraising target is set at c250k (cash income) plus additional targets for in-kind donations, preloved donations and donated services. These support the growth and sustainability of our operations, ensuring we can continue to provide essential items and services to local people experiencing homelessness.

This role involves managing donor relationships, coordinating fundraising campaigns, organizing events, and ensuring income targets are met to sustain and grow the charity’s mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy across individual giving, corporate partnerships, grants, trusts, community fundraising, and events.
• Set annual income targets and monitor performance against goals.
• Identify new opportunities for sustainable income generation.

Donor & Stakeholder Management

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors, corporate partners, and sponsors.
• Ensure regular communication, reporting, and stewardship to encourage long-term support.
• Work closely with trustees, senior management, and volunteers to maximize fundraising potential

Campaigns & Events

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate fundraising campaigns and events (in-person and digital).
• Oversee community and challenge events, ensuring participant engagement and fundraising success.
• Leverage digital channels and social media to promote fundraising initiatives.

· Grant & Bid Writing

• Research and apply for funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies.
• Prepare compelling proposals and reports to secure and retain funding.

· Financial Management & Reporting

•  Oversee fundraising budgets, track expenditure, and ensure cost-effective delivery of campaigns.
• Produce accurate and timely reports for senior management and trustees.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and ethical standards.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising,  within the nonprofit sector.
• Strong track record of meeting or exceeding income targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
•  Knowledge of fundraising regulations, GDPR, and donor stewardship best practices.
• Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Personal Attributes

•  Passionate about the mission and values of the charity.
• Creative, proactive, and results-driven.
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical fundraising.

We are hiring a Communications & Marketing Projects Coordinator at London Metropolitan University Students Union! 

Salary: £29,500–£33,500 (appointments are made at the lower end of this scale, with opportunities to progress)

Contract: Full Time, fixed term for 18 months (with possibility to extend) 

Location: Hybrid, usually 3 days per week in LMSU's Offices (London, Holloway/Aldgate) and 2 days per week working from home, depending on business needs. 

We are open to flexible working requests including part time and job shares for the right candidate. 

Deadline for applications: Monday 27 October 2025 at 10am 

About Us:

London Met Students’ Union is a vibrant, student-led organisation committed to improving the student experience and representing the interests of over 13,000 students. We exist to support students throughout their university journey, from academic advice to social and extracurricular activities. It’s an exciting time to join us - we’re in a period of transition and introspection. We’re proud of the work we do and we’re equally honest about where we need to improve. Our engagement with students is strong in some places, but we know there are gaps. We see this role as key to helping us close them. 

Who we are looking for:

Are you a fantastic communicator who can deliver work at pace, in a project-focused way, while juggling multiple priorities? Then we want to hear from you! 

We’re looking for someone who understands the importance of great written and visual communications, who will work quickly, in a collaborative team where everyone mucks in. An interest in working with democratically elected student leaders is essential, as well as some experience in creating online content for web and/or social media. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Delivering engaging communications projects to spec and on time 
• Producing great content, using design tools such as Canva and Adobe Express 

• Working with students and student leaders to understand their interests and goals 
• Collaborating with others, and overseeing a small team of student staff 

What we offer:

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The chance to work alongside a passionate and dedicated team.
• Hybrid & Flexible working opportunities.
• Cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free loans & more!

If you would like to propose a flexible approach to delivering the role please outline this in your cover letter. 

LMSU is really committed to maintaining a diverse workforce because we know how important it is to have staff with varied lived experiences and backgrounds that reflect the range of needs from our diverse student community. We welcome applications from everyone, and we want to strongly encourage applications from; people from ethnic minorities, people with a disability, people with dependants, and people who identify as LGBTQ+. We conduct anonymous shortlisting and all of our interview panels have Unconscious Bias Training in order to support the above.

Rotherham Hospital & Community Charity is looking for a passionate, dynamic Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator to drive income, awareness, and engagement across the Trust and wider Rotherham community. This is your chance to take ownership, develop innovative fundraising ideas, and champion the Charity at events, with donors, corporate partners, schools, and NHS staff.

You’ll play a key role in embedding fundraising across the Trust, leading staff campaigns, ambassador programmes, and high-profile events. The role also involves volunteer engagement and supporter care, ensuring every interaction inspires and maximises impact.

This is a visible, influential role for a results-driven fundraiser who thrives on creativity, innovation, and making a real difference to patients, staff, and the Rotherham community. Travel across the region and occasional attendance at external sites are required.

Summary of the role

The Marketing and Communications Manager will lead and manage all marketing and communications activities to maximise our brand recognition and deliver our key messages in line with the Charity’s mission and strategic goals. The role will bring creativity, innovation, and strategic thinking to ensure that the Charity achieves its ambitious 2030 strategy.

Who we are

ADSS (Alzheimer's and Dementia Support Services) believes in enabling those who live with dementia to live well. ADSS is Kent’s biggest independent charity dedicated to providing support to people affected by dementia. Following a significant expansion in 2022, the team is now supporting more people than ever before.

Main Purpose of Job

The Marketing and Communications Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and executing strategic marketing and communication plans that support the organisation’s goals and enhance its brand visibility. This role requires a dynamic individual with strong leadership, creativity, and communication skills to manage internal and external communications, media relations, digital marketing, and brand development ensuring the Charity achieves its ambitious 2030 strategy.

Principal Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

·Implement the new marketing and communications strategy to increase brand recognition, deliver our impact message and support our fundraising ambitions.

·Monitor and report on delivery of the strategy. . Play a leadership role in committees and working groups bringing your marketing and communications expertise to help influence decision making.

·Be an Ambassador for ADSS: embody its values and be a role model for the organisational culture.  

Marketing Strategy and Execution

·Refine and implement comprehensive marketing and communications plans to support ADSS’s mission, programs, and services.

·Collaborate with senior leadership to align marketing strategies with organisational goals and priorities.

·Manage the organisation's digital and print marketing initiatives, including social media, email campaigns, newsletters, and brochures.

·Utilize analytics tools to track marketing performance and make data-driven decisions to optimize campaigns.

·Revise and update the strategy based on evaluation and learning.

Content Creation and Storytelling

·Create compelling, relevant, and engaging content for various platforms including websites, blogs, newsletters, social media channels, and press releases.

·Oversee the development and ongoing management of our website to become a key channel for fundraising, promoting our services and informing people affected by dementia.

·Develop and maintain a consistent brand voice that reflects ADSS’s values and resonates with stakeholders.

·Highlight client stories, testimonials, and case studies to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s and dementia-related issues, ADSS services and our expertise in this space.

Public Relations and Media Relations

·Build and maintain relationships with local media, journalists, stakeholder communications teams and content creators to secure coverage of ADSS’s initiatives, events, and key messages.

·Coordinate media outreach, including press releases, pitches, and media events.

·Represent ADSS at community and media events as needed to promote the organisation’s visibility.

Event Promotion and Community Engagement

·Collaborate with individual teams to create marketing strategies and campaigns that increase attendance and engagement at services, fundraising and community events.

·Promote awareness of Alzheimer’s and dementia through events, campaigns, and community partnerships.

·Build relationships with Communication teams from our key stakeholders and partners to promote joint initiatives and messaging.

Social Media and Digital Engagement

·Manage ADSS’s social media presence, including creating content, monitoring engagement, and growing the organization’s online following.

·Stay updated on social media trends and digital marketing strategies to ensure the organisation maintains a strong online presence.

·Track and report on digital engagement metrics to continuously refine online strategies.

Internal Communications

·Develop internal communications to keep staff, volunteers, and board members informed about organisational updates, events, and news.

·Ensure consistent messaging across internal and external communications channels.

General Responsibilities

Abide by organisational policies and practices including Equal Opportunities and Confidentiality.

Participate in your own appraisal with your line manager. Work with your line manager to review professional development and undertake training as agreed.

Provide management support and coaching for staff on marketing and communications matters, as required.

Contribute through ADSS meetings, training and outreach/events to the development of ADSS’s services.

Contribute to and attend internal/external events and support the CEO/COO/SLT with the promotion of the organisation’s workplace culture.

Carry out any other duties which are considered commensurate with the post.

Help fund the future of greyhound welfare

Are you an experienced and passionate fundraiser with a specialism in individual giving and a commitment to animal welfare? Join Greyhound Trust as our Individual Giving Manager. Help us find homes for more greyhounds and fund the future welfare of retired racing greyounds across the UK. This is a new role in a growing team and an opportunity to be part of a step-change in our income generation and engagement. 

About Us

At Greyhound Trust, we believe every retired racing greyhound deserves a loving home and a life filled with kindness and compassion. Our national network of homing centres and Branches—powered by dedicated staff and volunteers—supports over a thousand greyhounds each year in their journey from track to home. 

Approaching 50 years of helping greyhounds in their transition from racing, matching them to homes where they will thrive in their retirement, the Greyhound Trust is embracing the rapid changes both in the greyhound racing industry and in wider society. The Trust has an annual income of c.£4.5m which enables us to find loving homes for around half of the 8,000 greyhounds that retire from racing every year.  

The Role

Planning and delivery of the Greyhound Trust’s fundraising from individuals to support delivery of our organisational strategy.

This is a new role within our new and growing income generation and engagement team. Reporting to the Head of Income Generation and Engagement, the Greyhound Trust looks to you to review and develop current Individual Giving income streams, identify and implement new opportunities and deliver a sustainable growth plan suited to the Greyhound Trust brand, stakeholders, resources and strategic aspirations. We need to build a strong financial foundation that will allow us to care for and home even more greyhounds both today and in the future, engaging new supporters and motivating existing ones to continue their support.

What you will do

• Under the direction of the Head of Income Generation and Engagement, create, deliver and evaluate a long-term Individual Giving strategy.
• Build a diverse and sustainable individual giving portfolio suited to the Greyhound Trust brand, stakeholders, resources and growth aspirations.
• Plan and deliver engaging multi-channel fundraising campaigns, appeals and/or product promotions
• Use data and insight to drive performance, monitor results, and build cases for support.
• Develop and deliver supporter journeys to encourage loyalty and growth across all income stream.
• Integrate individual giving with wider brand, marketing, communications and retail initiatives.
• Provide support to branches in ad hoc individual giving activities.
• Work collaboratively with the PR / Engagement Manager to maximise impact of  integrated campaigns both nationally and with branches.

About You

• Experienced in devising and implementing individual giving programme across donor acquisition, journeys and srewardship
• Target-focused with a track-record of delivery
• Innovative in product development
• Professional and proactive, with a strong work ethic and “can do” attitude.
• Curious, analytical, data and insight-driven and innovative.
• Excellent communicator, negotiator and team-player.
• Capable of handling stressful situations while maintaining a positive demeanour.
• Excellent discretion with high professional standards 
• Enthusiastic and empathetic towards the Greyhound Trust’s vision, mission and values.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a respected national charity with a mission-led culture

• Work alongside a passionate team, who are dedicated to Greyhound Trust and Greyhound Welfare

• Be instrumental in the next phase of our growth and engagement of new supporters 

How to Apply

If you're ready to drive a steo-change in our individual giving, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply by submitting your CV AND a covering letter, outlining your suitability for the role and why you would be a great fit for Charity and its existing committed team.

Main purpose of post
 To provide effective administrative support across the organisation, which will
include minute taking and completion of expenses.
 Perform administrative tasks related to HR processes, to ensure the efficient
delivery of HR services and the accurate maintenance of employee records.
Requiring the candidate to be organised, detail-oriented, and able to handle
sensitive information with confidentiality.
 Work on administrative projects and time-limited pieces of work to help
improve systems and processes.
 Support colleagues from all different departments with increased activity at
key times of the year, such as fundraising campaigns i.e., Christmas campaign,
the governance meeting cycle and supporting our events.
 Providing reception cover at our Support Centre, Cavendish Centre and Charity
Hub when required.
What you do
Administration
You will support the whole organisation with a range of administrative tasks
which will include:
 Completing minutes for key meetings.
 Processing of Expenses on behalf of the Senior Leadership Team.
 Arranging room bookings both internally and externally.
 Support with co-ordinating organisation wide meetings i.e., monthly staff
meetings, away days, including booking venues and arranging catering.
 Supporting with governance committee cycles, preparing documents and
reports as required.
 Inputting data into relevant systems accurately and in a timely manner.
 Dealing with enquiries from patients, donors, supporters, service providers
and volunteers as required in a timely and effective manner.
 Provide general administrative support to the wider team as required.
 Taking donations in any of the Weston Park Cancer Charity locations.
 Support with the administration of our grants programme, including
preparing and issues letter to grant applicants as instructed, updating and
maintaining grant budget spreadsheets.
You will work on time limited ad hoc projects, which could include:
 Creating and implementing new processes, including building templates /
documentation / matrixes.
 The build-up to / during and/ or after a campaign / or event.
HR Support
You will provide support to the HR Manager which will include:
 Maintaining and update employee records.
 Assist in the recruitment processes (posting job ads, scheduling interviews,
communicating with candidates).

 Support with preparing HR documents, such as onboarding paperwork, and
employee letters.
 Coordinate new hire onboarding and offboarding processes.
 Organize training sessions and maintain training records.
 Assist with HR projects such as employee engagement programs.
Cover Support
You may be asked to provide cover on the front of desks of one of our sites:
Cancer Support Centre, Northumberland Road, our Charity Hub, Whitham Road
or Cavendish Centre, Wilkinson Street which will include:
 Meeting and greeting visitors including supporters and patients and acting as
their first point of contact for any queries.
 Dealing with telephone, email and postal enquiries across the organisation
 During cover period, you may be required to open and close the patient
spaces, as part of a wider team rota.
 Booking in and logging patients onto the relevant records and databases to
provide accurate data.
 Sending appointment reminder calls/texts/letters to clients as required.
 Co-ordinating the Transport service, including supporting and co-ordinating
the volunteer drivers.
 Managing the consumables within this patient space and ordering
replacement stock as and when required.
The job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties required of the postholder.

Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH
Department: Comms
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Permanent

RABI is the farmers charity.

RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.

At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.

Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.

RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.

SUMMARY OF ROLE

Reporting to the Head of Marketing and Communications, the Senior Strategic Communications Manager is a pivotal new senior role within the team. You will lead the planning, coordination and strategic oversight of RABI’s national communications, campaign planning, media relations and content production, working with the Senior Digital Communications Manager to develop and deliver a bold new internal and external communications strategy for RABI.

With direct line-management of the PR & Marketing Manager and Events & Engagement Manager, this role combines strategic vision with operational leadership to ensure RABI’s marketing, communications, and presence at shows and corporate events is effective, aligned and impactful. You will work closely with the Head of Marketing and Communications to translate organisational priorities into successful campaigns and provide strategic guidance on messaging, brand positioning, external affairs and delivering impactful community engagement initiatives and events.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Marketing and Communications, Campaigns and Engagement

• Lead the development and implementation of a new integrated communications strategy that amplifies RABI’s brand and maximises reach and impact across multiple channels.
• Develop tailored media campaign frameworks that align with the charity’s strategic goals, with a strong focus on outcome-driven audience engagement and clear calls to action.
• Ensure all communications – from reactive press statements to flagship campaigns – are underpinned by consistent messaging, high production values and meaningful audience insight.
• Identify strategic PR and community engagement opportunities, overseeing the delivery of tailored campaigns, the Ambassador Programme, and RABI’s engagement at shows, events and community activities.

Press, Media and External Relations

• Oversee all aspects of press and media engagement, serving as a senior advisor on tone, narrative, and positioning, providing clear direction for the PR and Marketing Manager.
• Advise on RABI’s strategic network of media contacts, influencers and industry voices, ensuring RABI is front of mind for journalists across agriculture, rural affairs, health and policy sectors.
• Oversee proactive media planning and press office coordination, ensuring RABI provides timely and effective responses to requests, crisis, and PR opportunities.
• Manage the relationship with RABI’s external crisis comms agency and provide senior input to crisis planning and incident response.

Publications, Content and Branding

• Take strategic ownership of RABI’s publication portfolio, including annual reports / reviews, and newsletters whilst developing new opportunities to engage with our audience.
• Oversee content planning, commissioning and production cycles, ensuring publications reflect the organisation’s voice, values and strategic ambitions.
• Manage external contributors, designers and editors to deliver high-quality and engaging materials on time and on brand.
• Manage the relationship with RABI’s external branding partners.
• Support the development of an annual content map, aligning publications, campaign materials and media outreach into a cohesive schedule.

Thought Leadership, Awards and Profile Building

• Help to position RABI as a thought leader by working with colleagues to identify key moments, themes and sector platforms for visibility and influence.
• Lead the strategy and delivery for industry award submissions, ensuring compelling and evidence-based entries that reflect the impact of RABI’s work.
• Promote recognition of RABI’s successes internally and externally through coordinated communications across media, digital and stakeholder channels.

Leadership and Development

• Line-manage the PR & Marketing Manager, and Events & Engagement Manager roles, providing strategic oversight, mentoring and direction to ensure delivery of high-impact work.
• Foster a high-performing team culture focused on collaboration, learning, innovation and accountability.
• Provide visible senior leadership to the wider communications team and act as a key deputy to the Head of Marketing and Communications, representing the department in meetings and supporting executive communications as needed.

Monitoring, Reporting and Continuous Improvement

• Lead evaluation and reporting across all communications work, using data and insights to assess performance and improve outcomes.
• Provide regular strategic updates for the Head of Marketing and Communications, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees, highlighting campaign performance, media metrics and reputation indicators.
• Ensure communications work is responsive to changes in the external environment, sector landscape and supporter needs.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

• A degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in communications, public relations, or external affairs, with at least 3 years in a senior strategic leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience of successfully delivering complex, multi-channel campaigns across press, digital, and event-led platforms.
• Proven line-management experience, including oversight of senior team members and external contractors or agencies.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale external events or national campaigns.
• Demonstrated ability to build, inspire, and develop high-performing teams during periods of strategic growth or transformation.
• Excellent understanding of brand development, audience segmentation, integrated campaign planning, and stakeholder communications.
• Extensive media relations experience with a proven track record in securing high-profile national and specialist media coverage.
• Experience developing and managing corporate publications, brand collateral, and speech writing for senior executives.
• Outstanding interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including press, partners, politicians, and sector leaders.
• Comfortable advising and working alongside executive leadership and Trustees on sensitive and high-profile issues.
• Experience managing budgets, planning cycles, and reporting frameworks across campaigns and events.
• Skilled in evaluating campaign performance using analytics and data insights to shape future direction.
• Capable of handling complex information and translating strategy into actionable communications plans.

Desirable

• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
• Professional membership or accreditation, e.g. CIPR (Chartered Institute of Public Relations) or CIM (Chartered Institute of Marketing).
• Knowledge of the farming sector or experience working in rural affairs or health and wellbeing charities.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 and AgilityPR.
• Understanding of digital tools and media planning software.
• Background in public affairs or working with parliamentary/media stakeholders.

This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.

BENEFITS

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working).
• Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
• Life assurance from day one.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• On site parking.

RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.

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Role Overview:
The Talent Set are delighted to be partnering with a leading charity to recruit a Social Communications Officer (Temporary) to support their busy communications team during a period of heightened activity.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate communicator with strong social media literacy and a keen understanding of how to build engagement, raise awareness, and inspire action on important global issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of engaging organic social media content across multiple platforms.
• Create and curate graphics, photos, text, and short-form video posts tailored to platform and audience.
• Respond to briefs from teams such as advocacy, events, and fundraising.
• Ensure content aligns with organisational messaging and brand guidelines.
• Prioritise and manage multiple tasks across different media, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Monitor engagement and provide feedback on content performance where required.
• Collaborate closely with the Social Communications Manager and permanent Social Communications Officer to plan and execute campaigns.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience managing or contributing to professional social media channels.
• Strong understanding of organic social media strategies and platform-specific best practice.
• Ability to translate complex or sensitive topics into accessible, compelling content.
• Proficiency with social media content creation tools (graphics, video editing, scheduling).
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain brand voice across channels.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

What’s on Offer:

• An initial 11-week contract within a fantastic organisation.
• A hybrid working pattern with 1-2 days per-week onsite in London.
• A fantastic rate of £138.34 per day + £17.22 daily holiday for the successful candidate.

How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the “apply now” button (please do not apply via email).

We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 72 working hours. Please note you must live and have the right to work in the UK as sponsorship cannot be offered.

Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Time to care, time to grow giving!

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraising professional to lead and develop three vital income streams at St Barnabas Hospice: Individual Giving, Mid-Value Donors, and our Lottery & Raffle programmes. You’ll deliver ambitious strategies to grow regular giving, steward mid-level donors, and oversee our £1m+ lottery programme – all underpinned by data insight, compliance, and innovation.

Why Join St Barnabas?

• Impact at scale – Drive income growth to fund life-changing hospice care.
• Strategic leadership – Manage key fundraising programmes and a Digital Campaigns Officer.
• Professional development – Lead campaigns that shape the future of giving.
• Hybrid and flexible working – With base at Cardinal Close.
• Great benefits – Competitive salary £36,152, Aegon Pension Scheme or NHS pension continuation, and 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Working Hours: 37.5hrs per week.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Significant fundraising experience, with a track record in Individual Giving and Lottery management.
• Knowledge of mid-value donor engagement and uplift strategies.
• Strong project management, compliance, and data-led insight skills.
• Motivational leadership and the ability to deliver ambitious income targets.

To apply:  Visit our website and complete an application.

Closing Date: 15/10/25.We may close applications early if sufficient strong applications are received.

Interview Date: Thursday 23/10/25

At St Barnabas, we believe in dignity, respect, and equality for all. We welcome applicants from every background.

As an organisation we are happy to consider flexible working requests however there are certain core hours / service delivery elements that are required to be covered.

We may extend, withdraw, or close vacancies as needed.

If selected for an interview, please check your email (including spam/junk folders) for further details. 

Please note, we only accept completed application forms – no CVs.

Hosted by Results UK - The International Parliamentary Network for Education (IPNEd) works to mobilise the political leadership necessary to achieve the global promise of a quality education for all.

We are seeking a Communications Officer to oversee our internal and external communications, encompassing copywriting, storytelling, and content creation across all our communication channels. 

This is an exciting time to join the IPNEd secretariat, where you will have an unrivaled opportunity to support parliamentary action to drive educational progress.

The Communications Department at Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK) informs, inspires and engages our many audiences about dementia and the progress being made in research. The Corporate Communications Manager will be part of the Strategic Communications team – one of several specialist teams in the wider Department.

The Corporate Communications Manager will be responsible for ensuring consistent and compelling external communications to drive our brand, as well as establishing the charity’s position in key strategic areas and helping to drive value from our corporate partnerships.

They will ensure a clear internal narrative and key messaging for ARUK employees, as well as supporting external communications from the CEO Office. This will include guiding key thought leadership pieces from ARUK’s Senior Leadership Team and ambassadors, informing key stakeholder communications and protecting ARUK’s growing corporate reputation.

The postholder will oversee the charity’s Annual Report and Review and identify opportunities to raise the charity’s profile in key strategic areas of work. The postholder will manage the work of two Corporate Communications Officers.

This role is a 12-month fixed term contract to cover a secondment.  

Key Responsibilities:

Team Management

· Developing and delivering operational plans for the team, working closely with other departments across the charity including Corporate Fundraising and the CEO Office.

· Day-to-day responsibility for the budget of the team, including reforecasting.

· Providing effective team management, exhibiting ARUK’s leadership values, including holding regular 1:1s, providing positive and constructive feedback, managing time and workload, and supporting training and development needs of team members.

· Feeding into the development of department-wide initiatives to improve ways of working, increase engagement and improve the quality of our output.

 Thought Leadership

· Develop and execute high-impact communication strategies that amplify the CEO’s voice across internal and external platforms.

· Craft compelling narratives, speeches, op-eds, and social media content that positions the charity as an industry leader. Identify emerging themes and trends to proactively shape messaging.

· Source, evaluate, and coordinate media opportunities including interviews, podcasts, panels, and profiles. Prepare briefing materials and talking points to ensure consistent and impactful representation.

 Partnership Communications

· Managing the work of a team focused on supporting communications of and to our corporate fundraising partners, including:

- Supporting New Business teams on pitch and proposition development.

- Supporting Partnership Development teams on partnership announcements.

- Providing regular opportunities for Fundraising teams to learn and improve their communication skills, as well as providing consulting support on a range of relevant topics arising within those teams.

· Providing oversight and support for communications around current and future strategic partnerships for ARUK.

Key Messaging

· Responsible for developing and maintaining key messaging documents and guidelines for the Department and ensuring internal teams and external partners are using consistent messaging to underpin the charity’s brand.

 Media Relations

· Coordinating pro-active PR planning, using media metrics to guide decisions and identify key areas of opportunity.

· Agreeing and tracking the use of media key messages.

· Taking an active role in promoting thought leadership pieces on key corporate or strategic issues for the charity.

What we are looking for:

· Ability to develop and support a high-performing team that delivers on organisational priorities.

· Confident setting KPIs and direction for teams and will have proven success leading integrated PR and digital campaigns.

· Significant experience working within an influential press office, including a record of proactively securing top-tier coverage.

· Experience and/or understanding of working on issues relating to health inequalities and public health.

· Demonstrates and encourages ownership and responsibility; builds drive and motivation in others – has a ‘can-do’ attitude, is committed to delivering results, and strives for continuous improvement.

· A highly strategic and creative thinker, with exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.

· Creative flair, with an eye for detail, compelling copy and engaging ideas – able to spot opportunities and develop them for the benefit of ARUK and its beneficiaries.

· Excellent journalistic skills and an understanding of how to influence and use the media, including through thought leadership.

· Ability to develop clear and persuasive messaging to support ARUK’s strategic goals and enhance the charity’s reputation.

· Able to build effective relationships with internal colleagues and contacts in partner organisations, adapting ways of working to account for different personal working styles and organisational cultures.

· A collaborative and approachable nature – able to work effectively, communicate regularly and challenge constructively with colleagues in relevant Departments to develop and deliver projects.

· A self-starter, able to work with independence, intelligence, drive and initiative.

· Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.

· Willingness and ability to travel independently in the UK and beyond, and to work outside of regular office hours.

Additional Information:

Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £44,000 per annum, plus benefits.

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 19th October 2025, with interviews being arranged once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website. 

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.

We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK