This is a great opportunity to work for Rainbows, the only hospice in the East Midlands for life-limited children and young people. We are here to make life brighter with amazing care and support for them and their families – you can be part of it too. Come and be part of something amazing. Come and be part of the Rainbow.

As a vital part of the Marketing and Fundraising Team, the post holder will build relationships with the Family Support and Care Team to proactively recruit and maintain long-term relationships with new and existing Rainbows families to help spread the word about the work we do across the East Midlands.

Reporting to the Head of Marketing and working very closely with the Family Support and Care Team to understand current issues facing our families, the person will provide continuous weekly content (written, video and photo) sourced from families for multi-channel marketing, fundraising, social media, and PR campaigns, as well as supporting fundraising events. They will also create, maintain and update family records on our database detailing how and where families have been involved in helping promote Rainbows.

Based at the Hospice a minimum of one day a week, the post holder will also be required to source, support and train families to talk about Rainbows at fundraising events. The person will be required to accompany families to fundraising events (evenings/weekends) to support the work of Rainbows.

The person will work as the key liaison between Rainbows and Rainbows families, ensuring the best interests of the family and the organisation are protected. 

You’ll have proven experience of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds including children with complex care / special needs and their families, and well as strong understanding of safeguarding processes and data protection.

An understanding of marketing campaigns and the use of social media for promotion / marketing purposes is essential, along with the ability to develop and maintain cross team relationships at all levels. You’ll be able to demonstrate experience of developing and working simultaneously on a number of campaigns, liaising and coordinating with various stakeholders.

Our Values are: Welcoming, Excellent, Co-operation, Accepting, Responsive, Energetic. If you can demonstrate these and have the necessary skills and attitude, we can offer you:

• A competitive salary, leave entitlement and pension scheme.
• Career development opportunities
• A full induction and on-going quality training
• The opportunity to become part of a great organisation.
• Flexible working hours

Closing date:  28th February 2021.

Please note that we are looking for a start no earlier than April 2021.

Applications:

For more information about the role, please download the Job Description and Person Specification. 

Please submit a copy of your current CV and a covering letter, no longer than two pages of A4, outlining your experience and skills relevant to the job description and person specification, an explanation for any gaps in your CV and other information that you feel we should know in order to assess your application.

No agencies please.

• Do you have a proven track record in fundraising, development, and communications, and would you like to join an innovative, place-based partnership?
• Do you thrive on rolling your sleeves up and personally getting stuck in, as well as working collaboratively with partners, teams, and boards?
• Are you passionate, as we are, about addressing issues around poverty and inequality?
• If so, then you might be just the person we are looking for to lead our ambitious development and communications strategies for Islington Giving and Cripplegate Foundation.

About you

The new Director of Development and Communications, in addition to having a strong track record in fundraising from a range of donors and sources, will need to be consultative, with strong listening skills and respect for the opinions of others. They will need the confidence and expertise to advise and guide their small team, board, and governors. They will need to be able to relate to the big picture and vision, whilst also being able to consider the detail. We would be delighted to hear from you, especially if you:

• Have a strong track record in fundraising and development.
• Enjoy rolling your sleeves up and leading and implementing fundraising and development plans yourself, as well as guiding others.
• Are flexible, collaborative, and work very well as part of a committed team within a small organisation.
• Have experience of leading and managing.
• Are a strong communicator and relationship builder.
• Have a commitment to ensuring that Islington Giving and Cripplegate Foundation continue to flourish.

We value diversity, equality, and inclusivity. Applications are especially welcomed from underrepresented backgrounds, including but not limited to gender, race, age, sexual orientation, disability, and religion. Please let us know if you would like any additional support with this application, or the role.

Find more information in application pack or on Islington Giving webpage

Are you an experienced online communications professional looking for your next challenge?

Are you interested in working for a progressive and constantly evolving organisation?

We’re looking for a Digital Communications Officer to help boost the impact and reach of our content online.

The ideal candidate will be adept at diving into a broad range of research and policy ideas affecting social change – from the future of work post-Covid, to sustainable fashion, to community banks and inclusive education. An expert at picking out key messages that resonate with our diverse online audience, we are looking for a proactive communications professional who is keen to improve the effectiveness and reach of RSA online content and eager to demonstrate impact.

You’ll show a commitment to the RSA’s mission and ideally be able to demonstrate an interest in the key research areas of the organisation. You will have strong organisational skills, the ability to work flexibility within a busy team environment and be willing to support colleagues with strong interpersonal skills, and the confidence and ability to communicate effectively. You’ll be an excellent time manager and multi-tasker with strong experience working in a digital communications team, preferably in a charity or think tank environment.

To find out more about this role, please visit our website.

About Us

We are the RSA.  The royal society for arts, manufactures and commerce.  We’re committed to a future that works for everyone, a future where we all can participate in its creation. With over 250 years of heritage in making significant social impact, we bring together our rigorous research, proven change process, influential ideas platforms and our global community of over 30,000 problem solvers united in a desire to deliver solutions for lasting change.

We invite you to be part of this change. Join our community. Together, we’ll unite people and ideas to resolve the challenges of our time.

We offer great benefits, including 29 days holiday (plus bank holidays), additional wellbeing allowance, free fellowship throughout employment and lots more!

Apply

In order to apply, please click ‘apply for this job’ on our recruitment page and submit your CV. You will also be required to answer a series of questions. You do not need to submit a cover letter.

Please submit your application through the RSA website. We cannot accept applications via email. All applications will receive an automated response.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am, 8 February 2021. Screening calls will be on 12 February and interviews will follow in the week commencing 15 February. A second interview will follow in the week commencing 15 February if you are successful in these initial stages, to be arranged on a 1:1 basis.

Please note that we cannot accept late, incomplete applications, and we can only consider candidates who apply through the online application process.

The film and television industry is a wonderful, exciting creative place to work – but it can be tough. That’s why the Film & Television Charity exists. We understand the highs and the lows. We’re here to help the people who work behind the scenes make the most of career opportunities and get through the difficult times too. We’re the screen industry’s charity driven to help the people who make it so great thrive. 

With roots as a benevolent fund, we changed our name to the Film and TV Charity as a statement of our intent to modernise. We have a new strategy to make a step change in the way we engage with the industry and deliver support, and we’re building a team of talented individuals to make it happen.

We’re now embarking on the next stage of that journey for the Charity through the delivery of a major mental health programme, the Whole Picture Programme, to address the mental health crisis uncovered in our industry. 

Do you have: 

• Extensive experience of delivering marketing, communications and behaviour change campaigns 

• A proven track record of outcomes when working with a range of partners and stakeholders at a high level 

• A passion for creativity, storytelling and inclusion 

• A focus on problem solving and getting results. 

If that sounds like you, and you would relish the opportunity to get involved in transformational work, then we would love to hear from you. Please read the job description and person specification. 

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. 

The role

You will provide strong leadership both internally and externally, working with the staff, the Board of Trustees, volunteers, partners and stakeholders to position SMA UK firmly as the SMA Community’s leading charity and voice.

Your key responsibility of developing and driving the strategic plan and vision for SMA UK includes ensuring the ongoing delivery of our support services to the SMA Community; increasing our financial resources through fundraising, partnerships, and campaigns; building public awareness and understanding of Spinal Muscular Atrophy; ensuring the highest standards of governance.

You will also be the lead advocate, spokesperson and liaison for SMA UK engaging with the SMA Community, Regulatory Authorities, Government, Pharmaceutical Companies, Patient Groups, clinicians, media, press and other national and international SMA organisations.

We are committed to safeguarding all children and adults at risk and expect you to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will have:

• A proven track record in leadership
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to engage with people from different backgrounds
• An ability to present people’s views and experiences in ways that will be accessible and capture people’s attention
• Creative vision and drive to develop new ideas
• An interest in quality of life for disabled people and a commitment to gaining an in depth understanding of SMA and the challenges faced by people affected by the condition
• All the qualities of an effective team player with a willingness and ability to work with and across all teams to meet the wider organisation’s objectives.

Diversity and equality of opportunity matter at SMA UK. We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of our team – the more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect the breadth of our Community. We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background.

We’re happy to discuss flexible working. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to, you are welcome. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

About us

Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is a rare, genetically inherited neuromuscular condition. It causes progressive muscle weakness and loss of movement due to muscle wasting (atrophy). This may affect crawling and walking ability, arm, hand and neck movement, breathing and swallowing.

Established for over 35 years, SMA UK is a national charity committed to providing support and services to those impacted by this rare and complex genetic condition. We are also active in funding research into SMA, involved with advocacy for access to drug treatments, and raising public awareness.

Location

SMA UK’s office is in Stratford-upon-Avon with staff living within commuting distance. Volunteers are UK wide. The charity has a good IT infrastructure. Working from home is possible but regular travel to the office and other locations will be required.

Closing date: Friday 14th February. Provisional Interview Date: Monday 1st March.

Position: Research Communications Officer
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Flexible/office-based (currently home-based)
Salary: £30,010 - £37,839 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band E
Department: Research Communications

At the MS Society, we make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive environment where you will make a difference.

About this job

This is an exciting, challenging opportunity and ideal for an enthusiastic and proactive individual with excellent interpersonal skills and experience in communicating complex research topics to a lay audience. Research Communications Officers work closely with colleagues in press, digital, fundraising and engagement as well as people affected by MS, researchers and other stakeholders.

You will have a passion for communicating science and empowering people with quality information. You will bring a clear understanding of research methodologies, combined with outstanding communication and organisational skills and a positive, can-do attitude. You will be able to demonstrate a successful track record of liaising with people at all levels and in managing complex projects. You will be joining us at an exciting stage of our development and this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and friendly team.

We offer 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), travel loan and various other benefits such as supported developmental opportunities.

The MS Society is in the midst of an exciting, transformational, period which builds on our great history and will drive us towards achieving our mission and vision as we embark on our new 5 year strategy.

Part of this exciting transformation will include an office move from our current National Centre in Cricklewood, NW London to a different location in London. We are currently defining where and what type of accommodation this will be and we really want our staff to be involved in that decision.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 15th February 2021

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity. 

No agencies please.

mothers2mothers (m2m) is an organisation that unlocks the power of women to eliminate childhood AIDS and create healthy families. m2m trains and employs women living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa as “Mentor Mothers”. Through their training and employment, they become role models who help women and families at health facilities and in their communities access essential services and medical care, start on any treatment they need, and continue with their health journey.

Working with the Communications and Campaigns Manager, you will play a key role in utilising the full digital mix to raise awareness and understanding of mother2mother’s work and partners with key audiences. With an emphasis on driving revenue via digital channels, you will also be taking the lead on content creation as well as paid digital activity.

The Digital Communications Officer will play a key role in the development of a fully integrated digital communications strategy. You will ensure that the website is fully optimised for SEO purposes, as well as leading on the development and delivery of social media campaigns to engage with target audiences. The post holder will also be working closely with the charity’s patrons and ambassadors, and their digital and social teams, to create and identify campaigns.

We are looking for an experienced digital communications/marketing professional who has experience across the digital mix, including web, email marketing and social media.

You will need to have up-to-date knowledge of digital software, such as CMS Systems, email marketing tools, social media management tools, SEO, Google Analytics and a basic HTML ability. You will also need to have a strong content creation background and strong internal stakeholder engagement ability.

This is an open recruitment process and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

Do you have a minimum of 2 years' experience in Marketing and Communications? If you are looking for a varied role that can help you to develop your skills further, then we have an opportunity for you.

We are delighted to be working with a professional medical membership organisation based in Battersea. They have an opportunity to join their small team initially for 6 months with potential to extend.

This is a part time role, working 21 hours per week, which will be spead over the week. Remote working, however this may change down the line.
Hourly pay £15.50-£16.50 per hour depending on experience (inclusive of holiday pay).

We are looking for an exceptional Marketing & Communications Officer with proven digital marketing skills to support the delivery of a wide range of activities including digital marketing campaigns, generating innovative website content, growing social media following, increasing and strengthening presence across their digital communications channels.

You will be responsible for marketing the Annual Conference, publishing content on websites, promoting training days, webinars, as well as promotion of scholarships to core medical and internal medicine trainees.

You will also promote a wide range of resources, engage and communicate with stakeholders with the aim of improving the profile of the Society.

You will be responsible for developing and expanding relationships with key journalists, writing press releases and coordinating media interviews with clinical experts within society, as well ensuring breaking news items are acted upon quickly.

On our 'wish list'
* Minimum of 2 years' experience within marketing environment with knowledge of the UK media landscape
* Able to work Part Time
* An interest in science or medicine not essential but desirable
* An ability to speak to journalists, network and handle a variety of projects
* Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Please note we are looking to move quickly with this opportunity so please apply by sending a tailored CV in Word format ASAP, closing date is the 22nd of January. There will be a one round interview process, with an immediate start for successful candidate.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Schools and Groups Senior Communications Officer

11 month contract (maternity cover)

£34,000 per annum

Woking, Surrey

(Initially home based and then based at RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey)

Join our Schools and Communities Team

The RHS is a national charity with a mission to inspire everyone to grow, as it is vital to our wellbeing, the environment and the happiness of us all. This exciting role is based within our passionate communities and schools team.

The role will lead on the communications for our national school’s programme, the RHS Campaign for School Gardening, our work with the UK’s amazing Britain in Bloom volunteer network and our national Outreach Team who provide hands-on support to schools and groups.

If you are a communications expert with exceptional project management skills and a passion for the environment or plants, then we’d love to hear from you. The RHS is undergoing lots of exciting changes with a new state-of-the-art science and learning facility soon to open at RHS Wisley and a brand new garden, RHS Bridgewater, opening in Salford, both of which will grow our opportunity to make an impact in communities and schools around the UK.

This is a great opportunity for someone to join our dynamic schools and communities team to manage all areas of our communications and marketing. Managing a team of four people, you will help to develop and execute the marketing and communications plan, create new and exciting ways for our audiences to engage with plants, build relationships with our audiences and help showcase our work through multiple channels.

We’re looking for someone with exceptional project management and time management skills who has experience in delivering engaging communication plans, growing audience engagement and a deep understanding of marketing tools and techniques. The successful candidate will have people management experience, the ability to communicate with multiple stakeholders and experience of using data and insights to develop communications or projects.

To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is committed to being an inclusive employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Closing date for applications is Friday, 29 January 2021.

Regeneration Communications Officer - Immediate Jan start - minimum 3 month contract

Your new company
A London based borough going through a number of politically sensitive regeneration and economic development projects.

Your new role
You will be working with the Regeneration Communications Manager on delivering communications campaigns across a number of different channels to make sure the residents, members and potential investors are effectively communicated and engaged through out the length of the above named projects. The role has come about because the borough's work load has doubled with both day to day communications but also the reacting to the government statements surround COVID-19.

What you'll need to succeed
For this role we are looking for a well-seasoned Generalist Communications Officer who can easily demonstrate previous experience managing communications campaign autonomously from end to end. Ideally you will have previous experience managing communication within a regeneration project within a local authority, but as this is mostly a content focus role this is not a must have. As a given the successful candidate will have flawless written communication skills and able to deliver effective campaigns within a high-pressured environment.

What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available, a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on a number on interesting redevelopment projects.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Do you have strong integrated communications experience and can commute to Eastleigh, Hants? Then read on...

Marketing Communications Executive - Up to £32,000 - 12 month contract - Hampshire

THE COMPANY
Our client is an education provider with a wide-ranging offering across different industry sectors. This is a great time to join an engaging marketing team and add immediate value.

THE ROLE
In this role, there will be a heavy focus on content creation and development for all marketing channels. You will write, edit and proofread copy for varying marketing efforts. You will also be responsible for delivering integrated marketing campaigns aimed at driving awareness and uptake of educational courses. This will involve end-to-end campaign planning across all on and offline channels.

Key to this role will be ensuring that campaigns deliver against acquisition and income targets so you will need to be comfortable with this when planning campaigns and monitoring their performance. Brief and oversee the work of external agencies, such as designers, printers, mail houses and merchandise companies,

You will also be involved in supporting a strategic segmentation project as well as developing value propositions and tailored campaign plans based on project insights.

YOU
To be considered for the role of Marketing Manager, you must be available immediately and you will need:
- a proven background in the planning and delivery of an integrated marketing plan which includes acquisition and retention across on and offline channels
- hands-on experience in forecasting, budgeting and analysing campaign performance
- knowledge and experience of developing value propositions  
- excellent campaign planning and delivery skills, interpersonal communications and writing skills

Ideally, you will have experience in the educational or not for profit sectors, and experience using Adobe Creative Suite: specifically InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop

Marketing Communications Executive - Up to £32,000 - 12 month contract - Hampshire

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Marketing Communications Officer 

We are looking for a creative and hands-on experience individual to create and manage external marketing communications for the charity.

Position: Marketing Communications Officer 

Location: Flexible as homeworking supported

Salary: £25-29k dependent on experience

Hours: Full-time

Duration: 12 months Fixed Term Contract (becoming permanent if funding allows)

Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and 5% Employer pension contribution

Closing Date: 9th February 2021

Final Interview Date: 15th and 16th February 2021

About the Role

Working closely with colleagues from across the organisation, the Marketing Communications Officer will support the external communications of the charity, helping to raise the profile, participation and prestige of the charity and impacting on the lives of children and young people.

There is a great deal of untapped potential here for a proactive and enthusiastic individual to unlock and the need has never been stronger. The charity has a high-profile patron, highly active trustees, dedicated staff and a strong leader in the CEO who is passionate about education and the development of young people. This role brings together external relations and income generation, and is a super opportunity for someone to build on a strong existing portfolio with an excellent team.

In particular, the Marketing Communications Officer will be responsible for the operational delivery of external communications that include:

• Content creation and communications planning
• Social media management
• Sales/marketing support for Boxall Online Profile
• Newsletter campaigns
• PR and Public Affairs support
• Internal comms and support

About You

The Marketing Communications Officer will be an agile and enthusiastic individual, capable of absorbing key information quickly, as well as the ability to handle a diverse workload in order to meet the fast pace of the organisation. You will be a self-starter with strong communication skills and work well with a small team in a dynamic working environment.

You will have experience of:

• Marketing and communications
• Excellent digital skills, including experience of content management
• Using search engine optimisation, experience of email marketing systems and social media tools
• Effectively writing and editing copy for different audiences
• Supporting PR and Public Relations
• Creating different formats of digital content

You will also have an appreciation and understanding of the impact of mental health, emotional and wellbeing upon children and young people learning.

Applicants are asked to provide a current CV and 2-page covering letter outlining evidence against the essential criteria in the job description, clearly identifying the skills and experiences applicable to the role.

A satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be a requirement once a conditional offer of employment is made to successful candidates. 

In Return…

Work for an organisation with excellent work life balance policies, where flexible working is promoted and the culture of the organisation is to nurture staff through effective leadership and excellent team working.

About the Organisation

With increasing numbers of children and young people affected by social, emotional and behavioural difficulties inhibiting their progress and limiting their life chances. The charity has developed a range of interventions and support to give vulnerable children and young people the opportunity to be the best they can be. Whether it is delivering certified training, supporting whole-school or authority-wide nurturing schools approach or promoting evidence-based research, the charity is providing quality support and resources to make nurturing provision a reality for pupils across the UK and beyond.

Other roles you may have experience of could include Marketing, Communications, Marketing and Communications, Marketing Officer, Marketing Executive, Communications Officer, Communications Executive, Content, Digital Content, Digital, Digital Marketing, Digital Communications, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Support, Marketing Assistant, Marketing and Communications Assistant, PR, Public Relations, Public Affairs.

Our small and high impact communications team works across the organisation. We are looking for an established and innovative marketing professional with a passion for branding and design and a demonstratable ability of leveraging digital media to increase visibility as Marketing & Communications Manager.

The Marketing & Communications Manager will lead the development and delivery of engaging and measurably impactful communication and marketing strategies which increase the organisation’s visibility, engage the relevant audiences and support charity’s long-term strategy.

Day-to-day, the post holder will manage all activities across the organisation’s digital channels including, website, social media (organic and paid) and email marketing.

In addition to digital marketing, the role will oversee press and media relations, video, copy and speech writing, branding and design. The post holder will also deliver marcomm plans, working with teams across fundraising, partnerships and events on initiatives with corporate and high-profile stakeholders.

The role will head up a team consisting of two Marketing & Communications Coordinators, a Graphic Designer as well as various freelancers and creative agencies.

Candidates with exceptional digital skills in Google Adwords, Facebook advertising and CMS are preferred.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated marketing and communications professional to head up a vibrant team for a leading youth charity in the UK.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Work with the Programme Management Team and other key stakeholders across the organisation to identify and agree marketing priorities for 2021-2026

• Develop and manage delivery of marketing, communications, brand and design strategies across The Diana Award’s communication channels

• Lead the management, development and evolution of marketing plans, websites, creative campaigns and the overall digital strategies

• Manage and deliver paid media planning and implementation, optimising budget and results

• Generate insights and robust recommendations from in-depth research and analysis on audience behaviour, requirements from young people and digital trends

• Work with the wider team to identify, select and engage with young people, creating content with them

• Evaluate the impact of The Diana Award’s marketing and communications activities, report insights and provide recommendations

• Produce regular reports to a range of stakeholders against targets

• Work with the Events team on internal and external programme and organisation events

• Develop and support the delivery of MarCom plans for co-branded initiatives with corporate and high-profile stakeholders

• Adhere to the digital safeguarding requirements, GDPR and financial policies and procedures

• Work alongside the partnerships and fundraising team to promote fundraising campaigns and product collaborations to expand our unrestricted funding

• Develop systems and processes to support the communications team to meet deadlines, and empower them to take ownership

• Motivate your team to meet the organisation's expectations for productivity, quality, continuous improvement, and goal accomplishment by delegating and setting expectations for accountability and regular feedback

• Provide encouragement and opportunities for development within your team

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Skills

• Excellent project management and organisation skills with the ability to work well under pressure, prioritise workload and to meet tight deadlines

• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to collaborate, communicate and build relationships effectively at all levels

• Excellent copywriting skills with proven experience in producing and/or editing long-form and short-form copy

• An eye for design and imagery placement with the ability to provide clear and constructive feedback on the work of others

• Proven skills in developing reports and analysis on digital performance

• Strategic thinking, with the ability to form clear and strong recommendations

• Knowledge and keen interest in the latest digital trends, online behaviour and marketing

• Knowledge of the youth sector and its key audiences is desirable

• A proven passion for social action and the youth-led development sector – experience of marketing and content development in the charity sector or for brand social impact projects is preferred

Experience

• Proven success in devising and delivering creative and effective digital marketing, brand communications and implementation across a range of formats, markets and channels

• Experience in overseeing and managing websites, including a clear understanding of back-end platforms and services and experience of working with a CMS. Experience of working with the Wordpress and Webflow CMS is particularly advantageous, along with any coding skills

• Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop a department and department staff members

• 4-5 years’ experience in a similar role

• Experience and understanding of how to use tools such as Google Analytics and Adwords

• Demonstrable experience and understanding of Facebook Ads Manager

• An understanding of PPC, HTML/CSS and competency in Adobe Suite would be considered an asset

• Experience with managing external partners including agencies and other organisations

The Diana Award is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all. This is a responsibility that is shared by all members of staff the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS or equivalent police check.

The Diana Award is committed to building and developing a workforce which reflects the diversity of the young people we support. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer that values and respects the people who work for us. We seek to ensure all job applications are treated fairly, with respect and without bias.

Media Officer

Fixed Term Contract ASAP - March 2021

£27,000- £29,900

London and Currently Remote

The Media Officer will support the planning and delivery of creative, national and regional media strategies for Red Nose Day 2021, that inspire the nation to get involved and highlight how donations are spent in the UK and around the world. This role will play a key part in the efficient running of the Comic Relief press office function and take a proactive role in the team’s day-to-day management, which can include press cuttings and internal comms updates.

Key Accountabilities / Objectives

• Assist with the planning and delivery of creative national and regional multi-channel media strategies that feed into and support wider organisational objectives
• Draft and edit high quality, compelling written materials and ensure all materials are approved before released. This includes feeding into strategy documents and writing press releases, interview briefing documents, website news articles and quotes from Comic Relief spokespeople
• Take a lead role in media relations and secure national and regional online, print, social and broadcast coverage – pitch ideas and stories to media, research key targets and develop media lists
• Set up media interviews, write briefing materials and attend interviews when required (this might be out of London on occasion)
• Take part in the day-to-day running of an efficient press office, helping to manage inbound media interest and ensure a smooth process from start to finish – answer media enquiries and work with internal teams to draft responses as required to deadline
• Work closely with external partners and organisations as required to help maximise their involvement with Red Nose Day – this might be PR agencies, organisations we fund or partners
• Implement media team management systems and processes – this includes the daily press update for internal stakeholders, monitoring coverage, saving coverage and creating coverage reports
• Be flexible and support the wider media team with ad hoc tasks as directed, such as delivering PR events, launches and attending shoots to gather media assets
• Contribute new ideas to creative sessions
• Own small projects with support of line manager

Essential Education:

• Solid experience of working in PR / media roles
• You are likely to be an Account Executive or similar in a PR agency or a Media Executive or similar in-house

Key Competencies:

• Proven experience of working on national and regional media campaigns
• An ability to develop and deliver fresh creative ideas that generate media coverage
• Strong organisational skills
• Excellent writer
• Good media relations and confidence to approach journalists with story i
• Good experience managing and prioritising multiple projects to strict deadlines even when faced with challenges
• Passionate and strong understanding of our business mission

To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online

Role closes - 12:00pm, 29th Jan 2021 GMT (Europe/London)