Role Summary

Bliss is an award winning, digital first organisation looking for a Marketing Communications Officer to play a central role in a supportive and ambitious Communications Team.

You will have experience of working in a fast-paced marketing role, with a particular emphasis on digital communications, and will have a passion for learning new things and keeping up with the latest digital marketing trends.

The ideal candidate will have experience of managing social media accounts for a charity or private sector organisation, and will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Excellent IT skills including confidence in using CMS
• An exceptional understanding of what makes engaging content for social media, web and e-comms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Experience of analytic tools and using insights to inform communications
• An ability to be self-motivated, and to work independently as well as part of a team
• An ability to think creatively and look for new ways of working

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to develop and refine their skills in this varied and creative role.

For more details, please view the job description and person specification attached to this advert and also available on our website.

Why work for Bliss?

Bliss values and celebrates the work of its Communications Team and our organisation’s strategy prioritises digital. We understand that we all have different priorities at home and we therefore offer a mix of financial and non-financial benefits including 25 days paid holiday, flexible working practices, time off for volunteering, learning and development via peer to peer, blended, cascaded and self-directed learning and family friendly policies. Please see the JD for more details.

How to apply

Interested applicants are requested to submit the following documents:

• CV

• Supporting statement explaining how you meet the criteria in the person specification

• Equal opportunities form

Recruitment Timeline

• We are recruiting on an immediate basis and early applications will be prioritised. The final date for applications is 9am on Wednesday 20 January 2021.
• First round interviews will take place end of week commencing 18 January and interviews will take place via video call.

It is Bliss’ policy not to contact applicants who have not been invited for interview

Press & Communications Officer

We are seeking a Press and Communications Officer to generate and maximise positive media coverage of Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice, in order to further the aims and objectives of the campaign.

Press & Communications Officer Responsibilities:

To date the campaign has been entirely run by volunteers, but as it has grown and developed there has been an increasing need for staff support to ensure that we are as effective as possible and have the best possible chance of achieving our campaign objectives. The Press and Communications Officer will provide wide-ranging support to the campaign in ensuring effective media coverage and achieving maximum engagement with social media channels. This will include media liaison and monitoring for opportunities, interview booking as well as prepping and training spokespeople, sharing content on our social channels, as well as a proactive and innovative approach to getting our campaign in the news.

This role will work with two other paid roles, the Campaign Manager and Campaign Coordinator and be line-managed by the Campaign Manager. Support will also be provided by a large pool of volunteers with a range of responsibilities and expertise. We are really excited for the potential these new roles bring to take our campaign to the next level and amplify the voices of bereaved families to secure positive change.

Press & Communications Officer Requirements:

• An understanding of the role news coverage plays in winning campaigns
• Experience of providing media services to an organisation dealing with contested matters of public interest
• Ability to advise, support and lead staff in carrying out media activities
• Ability to formulate and implement media strategy solely and within teams
• Ability to craft compelling messages that influence news coverage
• Demonstrable and detailed knowledge of the workings and needs of media in the UK
• Ability to advocate for and represent the campaign in meetings and publicly, if required
• Ability to solve problems relating to the work of a press office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience of communicating clearly in face to face meetings and in difficult circumstances
• Experience of developing strong and enduring relationships with journalists
• Ability to manage the social media accounts of an organisation

About Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice UK:

Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice is a newly formed not-for-profit organisation working to provide a voice for families bereaved by Covid-19. We have more than 2,000 members who are all personally bereaved and at the heart of everything we do. We’re campaigning for a statutory public inquiry into the Government’s handling of the pandemic so that families can get answers and lessons can be learnt to prevent further loss of life. Alongside our campaign to secure an inquiry, we are also campaigning for improved bereavement support for families and to ensure that those bereaved are protected from hardship.

As a group of volunteers we've already produced agenda-setting front page news stories, garnered support from hundreds of thousands of people, given oral testimony to influential parliamentary committees, held high-level political meetings and been discussed by the Prime Minister in Parliament. Now we’re recruiting paid staff to take the campaign to the next level.

Location: Anywhere in UK - Home Based

Job type: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract (12 months, possibility for extension subject to funding)

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Benefits: 3% employer pension contribution, 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and additional closure days in December

You may have experience of the following: Communications Officer, Media Manager, PR, Public Relations, Public Relations Officer, Project Management, Charity, Third Sector, Charities, NFP, Not for Profit, Press Officer, etc.

Ref: 96317

Schools and Groups Communications Officer

£30,000 per annum

Woking, Surrey or at our London office near Victoria with travel to Wisley at least twice a week

(Initially home based)

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 dynamic role is based in our passionate communities and schools team and will ideally be based at RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey or our London office near Victoria with frequent travel to Wisley.

The role will support our national school’s programme, the RHS Campaign for School Gardening, by creating exciting and inspiring communications, competitions and initiatives to help get young people growing. It will also support Britain in Bloom, an amazing force of volunteers that clean and green our towns, cities and villages across the UK, as well as the work of our national Outreach Team who provide hands-on support to schools and groups so they can fully feel the amazing benefits of gardening.

If you are a communications expert with 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 an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic schools and communities team to support on all areas of our communications and marketing. You will work with the Senior Communications Officer and Engagement Coordinator to deliver exciting communications that will increase engagement with our audiences, manage and bring to life our key projects and activities, as well as oversee the content creation for our website, social media platforms and newsletters.

We’re looking for someone with experience in delivering communications that have increased engagement with audiences and an excellent understanding of marketing tools and techniques. The successful candidate will be a strong communicator with an understanding of how to write for different audiences and platforms, as well as excellent time management skills.

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 29th January 2021.

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.

Sufra NW London is a Community Hub that provides a lifeline to people in crisis – including families living in extreme poverty and people who are vulnerable, homeless or socially isolated. We provide them with the food and support they need to survive, empower them to learn new skills and improve their wellbeing, and help them to find work and become financially stable.

Role Description

We are recruiting a temporary Communications Officer to cover a period of 9 months of maternity leave. This position will implement the charity’s communications strategy and support the Fundraising Manager. The post will work closely with senior staff to manage internal and external communications and marketing campaigns to raise the profile of the charity, engage new audiences and existing stakeholders, and generate income.

We are seeking a highly articulate and proactive individual with a flair for communications and 3 years’ experience in a similar communications role. The candidate will have excellent writing skills, be a confident communicator and an organised self-starter. You will have demonstrable experience of managing a diverse workload and being able to prioritise tasks and work under pressure. Graphic design skills would be desirable but not essential.

This is an immensely rewarding role working in a dynamic charity built on an ethos of sharing, hospitality, and inclusivity. We are looking for an exceptionally committed individual who is willing to go the extra mile and has flexibility to work during evenings and weekends when necessary. Through your activities, you will be able to convey the charity’s passion and commitment to supporting vulnerable people and demonstrate the impact of our interventions in transforming the lives of beneficiaries.

Flexible working hours/days are available to fit around childcare or other needs, including some home working.

To apply for this role, please submit the following by email:

1. A CV and a short Covering Letter that is no more than 2 pages long.
2. A completed Equal Opportunities Form, which can be downloaded here.
3. A completed Work Task, which includes the following piece of work:

Produce a Communications Plan to launch and drive a Winter Emergency Appeal for the charity. Please include a Press Release and a graphic design we could use on our website/social media pages. Note: The Work Task is not designed to test your understanding of the charity; it is to assess your writing, strategic and graphic design skills (graphic design skills are not essential for the role).

Deadline for applications Monday 1 February 2021

World Horse Welfare is an international charity that improves the lives of horses in the UK and around the world through education, campaigning and hands-on care.

The Social and Digital Media Officer helps to create and publish the charity’s social media and digital communications, ensuring accurate content and the right brand look, feel and messaging.  Working to the Senior Visual Content Officer you will organise and proactively seek out stories and other content from across the charity to engage audiences through our digital media channels, including social platforms, the website and email. A key part of this role is testing and refining approaches to increase reach, engagement, website traffic and donations and to rigorously monitor and evaluate results to inform further activity. 

We are looking for someone who has experience in the management of social media channels, a passion for social and digital media with a creative approach to engaging online audiences.  You will possess first-rate written and oral communications skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to write quality copy in a variety of styles quickly.  You must be proactive, confident and capable of working with people at all levels in a variety of spheres. You must have a flexible approach to your work and be willing to work outside of normal office hours where necessary. Equine knowledge and experience is highly desirable.

The role is based at our head office in Norfolk but working from home for part of the week is currently available due to the current Government restrictions. You may be required to attend events around the UK. 

World Horse Welfare takes great pride in being realistic, compassionate and forward-thinking and the successful applicant will be expected to share these values.

Are you looking for a new challenge in 2021?

We’re looking for a creative and organised Internal Communications Officer to join our team for a 12 month FTC with the potential to extend.

Our vision is to end youth homelessness. We need every member of our amazing staff team to rally behind that and understand their role in achieving it. We want them to feel listened to and give them meaningful opportunities to influence and engage. We are proud to have a diverse workforce who are based all across the UK. With many of our teams working in new and different ways, staff engagement and communication has never been more important. This is where you come in.

This exciting new role will help us to roll out our new organisational strategy and support the delivery of the people strategy, which includes staff wellbeing. They will also support the rollout of a new internal communications platform.

Do you have excellent communication and organisational skills? Are you a creative thinker who is confident in building relationships and engaging with staff at all levels? Then we’d love to receive your application.

We are medium sized charity with a high profile and fast moving media narrative.  We need an experienced and dynamic Digital Communications Officer to help promote and build our presence who has an awareness of how to handle complex topics.

Care4Calais is a volunteer run charity delivering essential aid and support to refugees living in Northern France, Belgium and the UK. We believe in a fair and tolerant British society and advocate for a welcoming and inclusive attitude towards refugees.

We are looking for a comms officer with significant experience of digital to join our team.  We want to build our digital presence to increase donations and volunteering and create more structured campaigns across all social media channels. We’re active on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and want to grow our audience to encourage more people to support us.

We work in a high-pressured environment so a calm resilience is important; you will need to understand safeguarding as well as digital marketing. You’ll value the importance of collaboration and will be a natural communicator as well as a digital expert. If you appreciate audience insight, the importance of value-based messaging, why story telling matters and have a strong understanding of the role of digital in changing attitudes we’d love to hear from you.

Job Description

Develop and manage a digital strategy for Care4Calais including online engagement, social networks, website, video, and email marketing, all geared towards achieving greater visibility and engagement.

Responsibilities will include:

• Implement and develop a digital engagement strategy, including search engine optimisation across all our on-line content
• Liaise with volunteers on the ground to produce content (copy, images, video) that is audience centred and highly engaging 
• Develop, run and evaluate digital campaigns aimed at increasing the organisation’s profile, generating new supporters and increasing income
• Utilise monitoring tools to evaluate and report on the performance of our digital marketing activities and channels 
• Generate awareness of Care4Calais and refugee protection issues and drive traffic to digital activities through online marketing and communications
• Continually improve the website to provide trusted, interesting, informative and personalised online content which is up to date
• Develop the use of Google Ads
• Keep abreast of development in the digital arena, identify new digital opportunities

Personal Specification

Knowledge

• Knowledge and understanding of the charity sector
• Understanding of or empathy with the refugee and migration sector
• Up-to-date knowledge of and genuine interest in content strategy, user experience principles/design techniques and emerging digital trends

Skills

• Excellent, professional knowledge of how to produce engaging social media content
• Excellent copywriter with an ability to translate complex and sensitive narratives into easily-accessible online stories
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, influencing and problem-solving skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with ability to negotiate and manage multiple priorities 
• Ability to maintain and develop a brand working within messaging guidelines and using the appropriate tone of voice
• Ability to respond creatively to a challenging media narrative
• Ability to maintain positive relationships
• Excellent coaching skills to work with volunteers on content

Experience 

• Creating and publishing optimised, accessible social media content for a range of audiences
• Using content management systems and data analytics packages
• Using data and research to shape decisions and improve outcomes
• Working on digital projects using an agile methodology
• Experience of working on sensitive issues and/or politically controversial topics

Please provide a covering letter that explains why you are suitable for this role and why you want to work for Care4Calais - we will only consider applications that are accompanied by a covering letter.

With over 19,000 members in 73 countries, the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) is the leading professional body for scientists, support staff and students in the field of biomedical science.

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Communications Officer to create and source content for our digital channels, aimed at our members and to help promote biomedical science to the public. 

If you have a passion for delivering high-quality communications and experience of writing for different audiences please apply.

Applicants will be required to send their CV along with a two-page summary to outline how they fit the person specification, have a creative flare for writing and a positive can-do attitude. 

Initially, you will be working from home, but we hope to return to office based work once government guidelines permits us. 

Purpose

The Communications Officer will be expected to provide support to the Head of Communications and Communications Team through researching and preparing written content across a number of channels, have responsibility for maintaining the IBMS website and social media channels, as well as administering public engagement resources for members.

Main duties include (see attached job description for further details)

Communications

• To research, write and distribute communications materials for digital and print publications such as: annual reports, newsletters, news stories and press releases, position statements, social media posts, award nominations and speeches, etc.
• Maintain IBMS’s media database and respond to enquiries from journalists.
• Source and commission design, photography, print and graphics for use across IBMS channels
• Assist the Head of Communications in the production of public engagement resources.

Website and digital communications

• Source and write news stories for website and social media. 
• Ensure website content is up-to-date and accurate and provide support in its use to members and staff.
• Research, write, design and distribute newsletters to IBMS members.
• Provide content for our membership magazine newsletter.
• Monitor and moderate the IBMS’s digital channels.

Events

• Provide support to promoting member’s events and managing the orders and delivery of requests for promotional items for public engagement activities.

As Digital Communications and PR Officer you will be at the forefront of an exciting charity who have been funding medical breakthroughs for over 65 years. You will be responsible for a breadth of comms activities including leading content strategy online across a range of digital platforms and offline including selling in ideas to media and developing national media stories.

The successful candidate will have experience in either medical or scientific research or pharmaceutical based communications and be a confident copywriter in order to hit the ground running in this role. You will join a small yet dynamic team and the organisation offer a supportive working environment, and the opportunity to navigate your own ideas and push boundaries.

You can work remotely, with the ability and willingness to travel in on an ad-hoc basis/when required for key meetings/work for example. The office is based in Sussex.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Develop digital content plans for warm audiences to reflect relevant subject areas for the charity as well as support fundraising appeals.

- Develop engaging communication packages of research which can be used by fundraising staff to communicate with their varied audiences.

- Produce multimedia content, including video stories, infographics, blog posts, web stories and other content to support charity activity.

- Grow our social channels

- To act as the charity's focal point for media activity on medical research and to nurture productive relationships with journalists and researchers.

- To source, develop and manage relationships with families and write up their stories to provide copy for fundraising appeals, publications, social media and so on.

Your previous experience:

- Proven ability to write about medical research and complex issues clearly and effectively.

- Ability to identify and translate interesting stories from research findings.

- Experience of developing, implementing and evaluating content plans covering digital platforms.

- Experience of using monitoring and evaluation tools to help understand how digital and social activity is performing.

Salary £33,000. Benefits include 22 days annual leave plus additional closure days between Christmas and New Year and a Group Flexible Retirement Plan.

The charity will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so please get in touch ASAP to start the conversation.

Interviews will take place via zoom, as soon as they hear from a suitable candidate.

To find out more about the opportunity, please do get in touch by emailing your CV to [email protected] or calling 02078207305.

Job purpose

We are looking for an experienced communications professional keen to use their skills to help us expand our community response to the climate crisis.

The postholder will be responsible for delivering a programme of communication, marketing and outreach activities within a defined geographical area, with the aim of recruiting and supporting households to participate in an EU-funded project being delivered in the UK by Bath & West Community Energy.

For a full job description and application form, click the 'Apply on website' button that will take you to our website where you will be able to download more details.

Location: Home working preferred, but located with easy access to the Wells, Shepton Mallet, Glastonbury, Street area. See job profile for more details.

Bath & West Community Energy

BWCE is a not for profit, Community Benefit Society. Since launching in 2010 BWCE has built over 12 MW of community owned solar power systems and one small hydro scheme, enough power to meet the equivalent annual electricity demand of around 4,000 homes. For more information see www.bwce.coop. 

BWCE is working to put people at the heart of the energy transition, placing ownership and control of energy in the hands of consumers, via clean energy projects that actively involve and benefit local communities. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and are keen to develop a team that is more representative of the communities we serve. 

Do you have a passion for wildlife and the natural world? Can you inspire people to explore, learn about and care for their local wildlife through your writing? This could be the job for you...

We are looking for an enthusiastic Communications Officer to join our Fundraising, Membership and Communications team. Help us promote Avon Wildlife Trust and the work we do with nature, wildlife, and people by working on our membership magazine, creating organisation-wide communications plans, and creating diverse, compelling content.

If you are an experienced communicator with the skills to bring nature to life in fun and creative ways, then we’d love to hear from you.

The Wildlife Trusts value diversity. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.

Closing date: 9am Wednesday 27th January 2021

First interviews for shortlisted candidates will be on Thursday 4th February 2021. Second interviews on Tuesday 9th February 2021.

No CVs or agencies please.

Charity No: 280422

As our organisation continues to grow we are looking for a dynamic individual to join our small and collaborative team, in order to enhance engagement with our members and supporters and to grow their numbers, as well as working on fundraising initiatives. In addition to having a shared passion for human rights and making a difference, the successful candidate will have strong communication skills (written and verbal), fundraising knowledge, and confidence in dealing with individuals across a broad demographic spectrum.

We are an equal opportunities organisation, proud of our Board gender balance, but focused on improving our diversity. We therefore positively encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Planning a programme of supporter recruitment (including - working with our social media officer - social media, paid searches, and traditional print media advertisements)

2. Creating attractive web petitions, write-to-MP portals, and lead generation activities to expand our database of leads, supporters, members, and donors

3. Producing, monitoring and updating our onboarding membership process 

4. Planning and implementing a supporter journey 

5. Planning and implementing a legacy strategy 

6. Producing newsletters, annual reviews, direct cash appeals, and email marketing campaigns (this includes responsibility for concept development, writing, personalisation, and design)

7. Running a programme of regular communications to our members and supporters to develop their support and enthusiasm, making the most of audience segmentation and personalisation 

8. Managing relationships with high-value donors, ensuring that they are kept up to date with the outcomes of their donations; working to identify new donor relationships or donation opportunities 

9. Assisting our membership secretary when needed in managing our CRM platform and ensuring it remains up-to-date

10. Working with team members to develop and maintain My Death, My Decision's brand, with a particular focus on building a digital library of videos, images and case studies 

11. Working with the relevant board member to maintaining relationships with local groups

Essential

A strong commitment to My Death, My Decision’s values and ethos

Flexibility in working remotely 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to produce creative, inspiring, and impactful content for different audiences

Knowledge and understanding of email marketing techniques and best practice 

Knowledge and understanding of fundraising in the not-for-profit sector and best practice

Self-starter who is able to:

• act on their own initiative
• organise, plan, and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines and
• be flexible to assist other team members

Desirable 

High standard of IT literacy, including familiarity with HTML, Hubspot, G-Suite 

Experience in graphic design and digital content production

Social media management experience

Proven track record of planning and implementing email marketing campaigns, including with high value donors

Ability to interpret data, spot trends, and apply insights

Prospectus is delighted to be working with The Climate Group to recruit a Communications Officer,who will support campaigns to influence policies for a faster global rollout of renewable power. The Climate Group has a clear goal to create a world of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with a greater prosperity for all. Since Covid-19, the team has been working remotely with the option to use their Borough office for key meetings, they will be moving into new London premises this year.

The overall purpose of this role is to lead on external communications including story development, recruitment drives and influencing stakeholders. You will manage proactive media content and brief senior team members before media interviews. Developing and editing written work, shaping their external presence, maintaining an events calendar and ensuring their tone is applied consistently are also major parts of this role.

To be successful you will have demonstrable experience working in a communications team or press office. You will have experience handling media, a good understanding of multi-channel communications and an awareness of how their approaches may differ depending on geography. You will also be comfortable processing knowledge and expertise from the sector and communicating technical issues in an easy to understand manner. An interest/passion in environmental or sustainable business solutions is highly desirable.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

In order to apply, simply submit your CV. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and arrange for a call to assess your suitability and discuss the role further. Please note that the role may close earlier than the date advertised. We are currently experiencing high volumes of interest in vacancies so it may not be possible to answer any individual queries on positions prior to an application or registration.