Communication officer jobs in Watford, hertfordshire
Could you use your communication skills to help St Mungo’s inform, involve and inspire our colleagues?
We are looking for someone to join the St Mungo’s People, Culture and Inclusion team as a Senior Internal Communications Officer. You will work closely with the Head of Internal Communications, and Internal Communications Officer to develop and deliver clear, consistent communications that inform and engage colleagues.
In the role of Senior Internal Communications Officer you will produce content for a range of communication channels, alongside other key responsibilities:
- Leading the day-to-day management and longer term improvements of our intranet, ensuring it is easy for colleagues to find the information they need to continue doing.
- Play a key role in managing our regular webinars and events for colleagues, and have opportunities to lead on communications campaigns and projects.
- Advising colleagues on communications best practice and promoting a culture of mutual respect, diversity and inclusion.
In this role you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo’s London or regional locations.
About you
We are looking for a creative individual with excellent communication skills who can demonstrate their experience of working in a communications role, ideally for an internal audience.
- You will have experience of creating compelling and accessible communications in different formats for a range of offline and offline channels.
- You will have an interest in working with others, and able to build positive relationships with colleagues including senior stakeholders.
- You will have hands-on experience of managing and developing intranets or websites, and be confident coordinating and managing both online and offline events.
- You will also be able to demonstrate experience of planning and evaluating campaigns and projects to ensure they support our strategic goals.
St Mungo's is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.
How to apply
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
Closing date: 10am on 19 January 2026
Interview and assessments on: 29-30 January 2026
While our Central Office is currently based in Tower Hill, London we plan to relocate in the summer of 2026 and are currently exploring alternative office locations on the eastern edge of the City of London.
What we offer
- Excellent development and growth opportunities
- A diverse and inclusive workplace
- Great pay and other benefits
The Digital Communications Officer reports to the Digital Communications Manager. The post holder plays a key supporting role in communicating the work of the Trust – including its research, policy priorities, programmes, and alumni stories – to external audiences. This is a newly created role, introduced to expand our digital communications capacity and significantly grow our digital presence.
The Digital Communications Officer will work alongside the Digital Communications Manager to create, coordinate and maintain our digital output. They will need to have flexible skills across both web and social, and a strong ability to create eye-catching visuals and produce high-quality video content. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and proactive individual to create engaging content, ramp up production of cross-platform video content, and introduce new digital innovations as the Trust seeks to explore new avenues to grow its reach.
Main duties
Social Media
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Take a lead on content creation for the Trust’s social media, writing crisp copy and creating engaging visuals suitable for a range of audiences across LinkedIn, X, Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
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Co-lead on the production of cross-platform video content, with a particular focus on TikTok and Instagram. Work with the Digital Communications Manager, Senior Programmes Officer: Marketing and Communications, and other colleagues to generate content ideas relevant to the Trust’s key areas of activity. Take an active, hands-on role in the planning, filming, and editing of innovative video content.
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Support with the day-to-day management of various socials platforms, including monitoring user engagement and answering inbox queries.
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Alongside the Digital Communications Manager, liaise with research colleagues to convert research outputs into engaging socials content, and work with colleagues in the programmes team to create impactful socials content promoting their work.
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Monitor social media engagement and activity more broadly, ensuring team members are aware of key developments and identifying examples of best practice in the sector.
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Advise and support all colleagues as necessary with their use of social media.
Website and Digital Communications
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Support with the management of the Sutton Trust website, and associated microsites, and the COSMO website, ensuring they are updated and remain responsive to the needs of our different audiences of students, teachers, policymakers, academics, funders and media.
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Work with external web developers to drive forward improvements to the Trust’s websites, ensuring quality user experience and SEO optimisation.
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Use Google Analytics and other monitoring tools to evaluate website performance and inform improvements. Work with a digital agency to manage the Trust’s Google Ads Grant Account and shape our approach to paid search advertising.
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Support with the maintenance of a proactive and diverse programme of blog content, helping to identify potential pieces from internal and external authors.
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Develop the Trust’s regular email newsletter, including drafting high quality content.
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Support with the formatting of research outputs and the design of other digital assets (such as charts), including those related to the COSMO Study.
Other
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Work with colleagues to maintain communications and content planning grids.
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Track and assess digital engagement in detail and assist with communicating performance to team members.
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Keep abreast of digital developments, assisting the Digital Communications Manager in providing expertise to the wider organisation.
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Proactively suggest improvements to the Trust’s digital communications approach.
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Write copy as required.
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Feed into the wider work of the Research and Communications Team.
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Other duties as necessary from time to time.
Person Specification
We welcome applications from individuals who have:
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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A strong understanding of using Canva (as well as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and/or Adobe Illustrator) to design engaging and creative graphics for social media.
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Experience of creating cross-platform video content for social media (experience producing vertical video for TikTok and/or Instagram is particularly desirable). Basic videography, photography and editing skills would be advantageous.
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Experience of using various social media platforms and creating high-quality content.
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A good knowledge of and some experience in managing a website, including basic knowledge of HTML and CSS, experience of WordPress and an understanding of Google Analytics.
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An eye for detail, and the ability to work accurately to tight deadlines.
We are also looking for an individual who:
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Is sympathetic to the aims of the Trust and its mission to address educational disadvantage.
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Has first-class interpersonal skills.
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Is willing to take on other duties from time-to-time as needed in a busy team.
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Is eligible to work in the UK (see here for information about right to work)
Terms of Appointment
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Contract: Full-time, Permanent
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Salary: £32,000-£36,000
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Working location: Minimum of 2 office days per week
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Office location: The Sutton Trust, 9th Floor, Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London, SW1P 4QP. Our home working policy gives staff the option to work from home for up to 60% of the time, with approval from their line manager.
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Hours: The standard working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and may also be required to attend events / meetings outside of their normal working hours during weekday evenings and occasionally at weekends
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DBS check may be required
Interviews
Applications should reach us by midnight, 21st January 2026, with first round interviews held over Zoom on 4th February 2026, and second round interviews held at our London offices on Tuesday, 10th February 2026.
Safeguarding statement
The Sutton Trust believes that a child, young person or vulnerable adult should never experience abuse of any kind. We all have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people and to keep them safe. Therefore all posts undergo a safer recruitment process, including but not limited to, disclosure of criminal records where necessary and eligibility to work in the UK. We have procedures in place to promote safeguarding and a safe culture at the Trust.
Contextual recruitment
The Trust is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and that all applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those underrepresented at present at the Trust, to apply for this role. As such we particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds. We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work and know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the young people we support.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates throughout our recruitment process and during employment.
We also operate contextual recruitment at the Sutton Trust. Our application process gives you the option to include information about your background, such as whether you were eligible for free school meals, whether your parents went to university, or whether you attended a state school. For more examples and information on contextual recruitment, please see our website.
Our CEO, Daisy Srblin, has served since May 2022, and is expecting to take maternity leave from May 2026. We are looking for an excellent Interim CEO, to steward YCF in her 9-12 months away, lead our team and keep our charity on track.
2026/27 is set to be a busy period for Young Camden Foundation, as we navigate a complex ecosystem for the voluntary sector, embed new projects, and drive forward the objectives of our 2025-28 strategy. This is also a pivotal year for fundraising efforts, as is the case for many in our sector, and maintaining strong leadership on behalf of our dynamic and talented team will also be essential.
We are looking for an experienced Interim CEO, who brings particular proven expertise around fundraising, people and budget management, and reporting, as well as confidence in stakeholder relationships and proven leadership experience.
You will be responsible for a team of 7, reporting to a board of twelve, and managing a budget of around £1.3m. You will be responsible for the effective management and delegation of responsibilities throughout the team, via your three direct line reports. You will be responsible for reporting to funders on a regular basis, who fund everything from YCF’s core operations to our grants and onward projects. You will oversee YCF’s complex functions, including grant giving, membership and training, and youth engagement.
You will lead on YCF’s fundraising goals for 26/27 and beyond, helping to put YCF on a firm and confident footing as we look to the future. You will also lead external engagement work at the charity, ensuring YCF is represented and advocating in high-level spaces in Camden, whether with Camden Council, local Councillors, sector and member leaders, and local businesses.
Please download the full job specification for a complete breakdown of responsibilities and essential skills and experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The job of a CEO is hard to define, especially in a small charity, so the list below is by no means exhaustive, or reflective of all the responsibilities you will undertake in post.
However, these summarise the key areas of responsibility and priority as Interim CEO in the 9-12 month period:
1. Fundraising on behalf of our objectives
2026 is a pivotal fundraising year for YCF, as with so many in the sector. You will lead on our fundraising efforts (including identifying and writing bids) for both core and project funding in this important year, to put YCF on the strongest financial footing possible in delivering our objectives to 2028.
2. Team management and leadership
The YCF team is a dynamic mix of individuals, ranging from longer-serving staff to newer staff. You will effectively lead our people (YCF’s key asset) driving performance by identifying development opportunities, and effectively delegating to get the most out of our team. You will also be called upon to make judgement calls on behalf of the team, when these come up.
3. Stewarding our finances
In our small organisation, the CEO is chiefly responsible for the effective stewardship of our finances. Working closely with our Finance Manager, you will set our 27/28 budget and steward and monitor our performance across both financial years (including around fundraising targets). You will oversee an effective audit process in 2026, and ensure records and invoicing are meticulous and kept up to date.
4. Supporting project management and delivery
While staff members hold responsibility for their work streams, YCF is a small team, and you will have overall responsibility and oversight for all delivery, including two sizeable projects in the 26/27 year (the delivery of the UK Government’s Holiday Food and Activities programme, (HAF) on behalf of the Borough of Camden, and YCF’s new cross-borough programme tackling Serious Youth Violence). You will ensure strong delivery across each workstream, identifying opportunities for development throughout, and stepping in where needed.
5. Ensuring effective communication
YCF has a wide range of stakeholders, including members, funders, partners and many others from our cross section of voluntary, public and private sector partnerships. You will be an effective communicator (verbally and in written form) and able to represent YCF in the spaces needed, including with prospective partners, on strategic boards, and with high-level stakeholders. You will lead the team in our written reporting to funders, guiding the team to harness our data to communicate our impact.
6. Oversee governance
Bringing experience with Board accountability, you will report to the board quarterly, and work closely with the Chair to ensure progress is being driven forward on YCF’s strategic objectives.
[While your closest working senior relationship will be with the Chair, YCF benefits from a very engaged board. As such, the trustees can be available to support you on an on-going or ad-hoc basis. Collectively, they have deep local connections, excellent sector knowledge and expertise in various functional areas such as HR, governance, finance and more.]
PERSON SPECIFICATION
We are looking for the following essential experience in our prospective Interim CEO candidate:
- Successful fundraising experience: You will have proven experience in fundraising in a VCS context, including from Trusts & Foundations, corporate sources, and Local Authorities. You will have direct experience in writing applications, making pitches and so on.
- Proven finance experience: As a proven sector leader, you will have experience managing complex and large organisational budgets. You will be able to demonstrate how you have set and managed budgets in the past, including stewarding budgets to effective use.
- Leadership and team management: You will have experience of leading teams, including in contexts without an internal HR function where these are held by the CEO. You will be well versed in all aspects of team leadership, including managing performance, supporting morale and maintaining YCF’s positive team culture. You will have held the position of Director or CEO before, and have experience reporting to a Board of Trustees, and knowledge of governance arrangements that support a healthy charity.
- Exceptional communication: You will demonstrate proven exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. You will be well versed in compiling strong reporting to funders and stakeholders, as well as producing high quality reports for Trustees. You will also be an exceptional verbal communicator, representing YCF and the needs of our members in advocacy spaces.
- Project start up and management: While YCF has senior leaders to oversee work delivery, you will bring your own experience in project management, to help support existing and new projects at YCF, namely the Tackling Serious Youth Violence Project, which will begin in 2026.
- A positive attitude: Working in a small charity is tremendously rewarding, but it can be tough to lead a small organisation. You will demonstrate proven maturity in navigating those challenges, while bringing an optimism and positive attitude to your work, including all of the (many) responsibilities that fall outside of the ‘usual’ CEO job description, in a small charity.
We would also ideally be looking for some of the following desirable areas of expertise and experience:
- Working in a youth setting: Our Interim CEO will need to share our passion for a stronger Camden for all children and young people. Ideally you will also bring experience of working in a youth setting or for a youth focused charity in the past, and be familiar with some of the challenges facing children and young people
- Grant making: Our Interim CEO will steward a significant grant-making budget of around £1m per year. Our ideal candidate would bring knowledge of hyper-local grant giving for community led organisations
- Working with and for community groups: Our team works predominantly (though not exclusively) with members who are micro, small and medium sized. Ideally you will be well versed in the unique challenges facing grassroots community VCS organisations. You may bring experience leading a small charity yourself, proving your understanding of the unique leadership challenges in doing so
- Understanding Camden: YCF’s work is unapologetically rooted in our borough, with all its challenges and opportunities. Our ideal candidate brings an understanding of the challenges of living within inner London, particularly for communities facing disadvantage.
WHAT WE OFFER IN RETURN
We firmly believe you’ll be working in one of the best teams in the sector, with a collaborative and supportive culture.
You will be working with a dynamic and enthusiastic team, and will also benefit from regular check-ins with a present and supportive Chair, as well as support from our experienced Board of Trustees. Flexible working is also available, after discussion and agreement with the Chair.
You will also benefit from:
· 25 days of annual leave per year (pro-rata’d for part time employees)
· In addition, your Birthday off (or closest working day) as paid leave
· Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, 360 Wellbeing, including 6 free in-person counselling sessions per year and unlimited 24/7 online and telephone GP consultations
· Training and development opportunities
· Free on-site gym access and access to free creative and fitness classes (and access to on-site showers) as part of our Labs membership
· Access to tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit each day at our office
· Discount on food and drink in Camden Stables Market
Please download the full job description for further information. Pease note the deadline for applications is Sunday 8th February - however the Charity Jobs advert will expire on Thursday 5th February, so please be sure to download this application and details of how to apply before this date.
YCF is a membership organisation, supporting 170+ Camden-based charities and CICs that offer services and support to children and young people.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with the Henry Smith Foundation to recruit their Communications Officer at an exciting point in the Foundation’s journey.
For over 400 years, the Henry Smith Foundation has worked to tackle poverty and address systemic inequality. Its 2025–2030 strategy, Elevate Your Impact, focuses on supporting people through life’s toughest transitions — helping families give children the best start in life, supporting young people to build independence, and enabling safer futures for those rebuilding after abuse, displacement or prison.
We’re looking for a creative and organised communications professional to help deliver high-quality content across the Foundation’s digital channels. You’ll play a key role in shaping and publishing engaging stories that bring the organisation’s work to life, from website content and social media to email campaigns, case studies and press materials.
Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you’ll help manage the communications calendar, contribute to social media strategy, and ensure all content is timely, accessible and aligned with the Foundation’s tone of voice and values. You’ll also support regular website updates, manage digital assets, and use analytics to track performance and inform continuous improvement.
Is this role for you?
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys turning insight into impact, collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, and using data to strengthen communications that support meaningful, long-term social change. You may have developed your experience at a non-profit, commercial, or agency environment, and are looking for a hands-on role, where you can tell powerful stories through your creative writing skills.
- Salary £35,000
- King’s Cross, London, 2 days in the office (Tues and Weds), 3 days WFH.
- Full time hours, (35 hours), permanent role.
- Flexible core hours between 10am-4pm
- A snapshot of their benefits: Enhanced pension contribution, generous annual leave (including Christmas closure and wellbeing days) and medical support.
Apply today to find out more about this fantastic role.
- Firm closing date: 9am Monday 19th January.
- Interviews: w/c 2nd February
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Our approach to candidates using AI in applications
We recognise that technology, including AI tools, can be helpful when preparing job applications, and we welcome the use of tools that support you in presenting your experience clearly. However, it’s important that your application genuinely reflects your own skills, experience, and voice. We therefore recommend reviewing any AI-generated content carefully to ensure accuracy and authenticity.
If you are invited to interview, we’ll want to hear directly from you about your skills and experiences. Any significant differences between your application and how you present yourself in person may negatively impact your application.
Requesting reasonable adjustments
We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application or interview stages, please let us know. You can share your needs at any point in the process. Adjustments can be tailored to suit both physical and mental health needs. Our team will work with you to ensure you have what you need to perform at your best.
About the role
We are recruiting for a Campaigns Communication Officer to join on a full-time, permanent contract, working 35 hours per week.
This role is key to Alzheimer’s Society’s ambitions to drive major policy change across England, Northern Ireland and Wales. As Campaign Communications Officer you will support in the delivery of impact focussed influencing campaigns that seek to change policy at both a local and national level; making the case for dementia to be the priority it needs to be.
You will work on the development and delivery of our campaign messaging and narrative, ensuring that campaign communications are impactful, closely aligned to our organisational tone of voice and in line with Evidence, Policy and Influencing ambitions – with an aim to affect change in dementia policy at all levels across Northern Ireland, England and Wales.
You will work closely with other teams across the organisation including, but not limited to, External Relations, Marketing and Brand, Fundraising and Internal Communications and Engagement to effectively translate and communicate our evidence, policy and influencing messaging for a wide variety of internal and external audiences, for both offline and online platforms.
Interviews for this role have been provisionally scheduled to take place via MS Teams on Tuesday 3rd and Wednesday 4th February.
About you
Joining us, you will have experience working in a complex policy environment alongside experience in delivering impactful communications for a wide variety of audiences, platforms and channels. You’ll be able to be dynamic in your use of tone, urgency and language, depending on the audience and communication. You’ll be able to influence and inspire action through your communication, and you’ll be comfortable building relationships and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
Crucially, you’ll have experience in developing campaigns that are collaborative and impact-focused with the ability to translate complex policy into compelling communications and as a result, you’ll have good analytical skills and good attention to detail.
What you’ll focus on:
- Developing and refining our influencing campaign messaging and communications, in line with Evidence, Policy and Influencing’s objectives, the organisations tone of voice and approved external messaging.
- Drafting, editing and reviewing of effective copy for a wide variety of offline & online sources, designed to engage supporters and influence policy.
- Developing internal communications and messaging on behalf of the wider Evidence, Policy and Influencing team and supporting teams across the organisation to mobilise their audiences, in furtherance of policy change.
- Working collaboratively with Influencing colleagues across all nations to ensure that campaigning activity is tailored to the context and needs of the devolved nations.
- When required, representing the Society externally. This may include representing the Society in media interviews, at conferences and seminars across the UK.
- Ensuring the experience and insight of people with and affected by dementia informs our engagement, and that those we campaign with are increasingly representative of the dementia population.
About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
Our hiring process
We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we’re happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours’ notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart.
Giving back to you
At Alzheimer’s Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You’ll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Health Shield Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading dementia charity.



Carers First is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information and tailored support. We have a committed, dedicated staff team, and you could be just the person we are looking for to join us to make that valuable difference in carer’s lives. We live and work through our values in all that we achieve by being positive, collaborative and ambitious and we have clear plans to scale our reach, support and impact for carers.
About this role
As a Communications Officer, your responsibilities will include:
• Raising the profile of Carers First by creating engaging and accessible content across digital and offline channels
• Supporting increased local presence and visibility of Carers First across the areas we work
• Assisting with the development and delivery of campaigns and projects, helping to increase engagement and promote our work locally
About you
To be successful in this role you will need:
• Some experience supporting communications and stakeholder engagement activities across a range of channels
• The ability to help deliver campaigns and contribute to the implementation and monitoring of communications plans
• Awareness of how analytics can be used to measure performance and support improvement
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Well organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Good IT and digital skills, including use of Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital tools such as email platforms, CMS, and social media scheduling software
• Positive interpersonal skills, able to build relationships and work collaboratively as part of a team
• Motivated and reliable, able to work with some independence while seeking guidance when needed, and committed to the charity’s values
We are looking for passionate people who are committed to the overall aims and objectives of the Charity. Carers First is committed to providing a supportive, vibrant, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Carers First Can Offer You
In return for your contribution, we have an amazing package of staff benefits including 26 days annual leave entitlement which increases with length of service, flexible working options, paid carers leave, access to our work-place pension, staff discount scheme, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package. Whatever you are aiming to achieve in your career, we are here to encourage, help and support you grow, through our excellent training and development programmes.
How to Apply
For a full job description and to apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to begin your application. Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable.
Interview Process
The closing date for applications is 5.00pm on 26 January 2026.
Each application will be assessed against the Person Specification and successful candidates will be invited to an interview via Teams on Tuesday, 03 February 2026. Time to be advised.
Our new three-year strategy will enable us to grow our work to reach and support significantly more carers delivering innovative programmes of support
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Fundraising and Communications Officer
Department: Membership and Development
Reports To: Membership Manager
Location: UK Based
Compensation: £32,500 per annum
About Humanists International:
Humanists International is the global representative body of the humanist movement, uniting a diverse range of non-religious individuals and organizations committed to reason, compassion, and human rights. We work to build and strengthen the humanist movement worldwide, advocate for secularism and human rights, and promote humanist values in public life.
Job Purpose:
The Fundraising and Communications Officer is a vital member of the Membership and Development team, responsible for engaging and communicating with Humanists International's members and the wider public, with a strong focus on fundraising. This role involves developing and implementing communication and fundraising strategies, managing social media channels, creating compelling content, and utilizing AI tools to optimize outreach and fundraising effectiveness, particularly in engaging standard value supporters.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising and Development:
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Develop and implement fundraising plans and campaigns, with a focus on strategies to engage and cultivate standard value supporters, including managing Direct Mail appeals to US Donors
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Create compelling content for fundraising appeals, ensuring alignment with Humanists International's values and mission.
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Analyze fundraising data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, using AI-driven analytics where appropriate to understand standard value supporter behavior.
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Implement strategies to cultivate and steward relationships with donors, with a focus on upgrading standard value supporters, including supporting the In-person VIP Donor Reception
Membership Communications:
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Manage all membership-related communications, including the monthly newsletter, ensuring content is engaging, informative, and promotes fundraising opportunities to standard value supporters.
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Establish and maintain a strong online presence through existing social media accounts (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), with an expectation of minimum 2-3 posts per week.
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Develop and implement social media strategies to increase engagement and reach, with targeted campaigns for standard value supporters.
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Actively manage Acquisition Social Media (General), including the creation and management of Adverts on Social Media (Facebook & Instagram) and Google Ads.
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Respond to inquiries and engage with members online, fostering a sense of community among standard value supporters.
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Utilize AI tools to schedule posts, analyze social media performance, and identify target audiences within the standard value supporter segment for fundraising.
Campaigns:
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Invest time and effort in relaunching the "End Blasphemy Laws" campaign, developing engaging content and promoting it across various channels to maximize fundraising and awareness, with specific strategies for standard value supporters.
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Support other campaigns led by Humanists International, contributing to their communication strategies and execution, with a focus on integrating fundraising elements and engaging standard value supporters, including the development and promotion of Petitions (via CiviCRM).
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Support communications for Driving Event Registrations (e.g., World Humanist Congress).
Content Creation and Publication:
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Produce high-quality written and visual content for various platforms, including the website, social media, newsletters, fundraising appeals, and reports, tailored to appeal to standard value supporters. This includes developing Video and Multimedia Content.
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Support the Chief Executive in writing the annual report, ensuring it effectively communicates the organization's achievements and impact to all supporters.
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Lead the launch and ongoing production of a New Humanists International Podcast, and coordinate getting Personnel as Guests on other Podcasts.
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Use AI tools to assist in content creation, including generating initial drafts, optimizing content for different platforms, and ensuring consistency in tone and style, particularly for communications targeting standard value supporters.
Collaboration and Support:
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Work closely with the Advocacy and Membership Development teams to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication of Humanists International's work, with a focus on integrating fundraising into all communications with standard value supporters.
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Provide communications support to Young Humanists International, assisting with their campaigns and initiatives.
Planning and Strategy:
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Work with the Chief Executive Officer to develop a comprehensive annual communications and fundraising plan that aligns with the organization's strategic goals, with specific strategies for standard value supporters.
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Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication activities and make recommendations for improvement, using data and AI-driven analytics to assess engagement and fundraising outcomes among standard value supporters.
Person Specification:
Essential:
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences, including standard value supporters.
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Strong understanding of social media platforms and best practices, with experience in using social media for fundraising.
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Experience in creating engaging content for online and offline channels, including fundraising appeals.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Strong organizational and time management skills.
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Commitment to the values of Humanists International.
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Demonstrable experience and comfort using AI tools for content creation, social media management, or data analysis, with a focus on fundraising applications.
Desirable:
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Experience in campaign development and execution, with a focus on fundraising campaigns targeting specific donor segments.
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Graphic design skills and experience with design or video editing softwares.
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Knowledge of website content management systems.
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Familiarity with the international human rights landscape.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Starting salary in the range of: £33,141 to £35,855
Working pattern: Full-time (35 hours per week) - some out of hours work may be required for events.
Pension: USS
Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, 3 well-being days per year (leave), an extended Christmas closure, and an employee benefits package.
Location: Hybrid and flexible working (core hours between 10am-3pm); split between remote working and our office based in central London with occasional UK-wide travel. There is a mandatory, in-person team day once a month in our office near Euston and expected attendance at relevant in-person events (typically up to 5 days per month).
Reports to: Director of Operations and Membership
Purpose:
The Events and Communications Officer will be responsible for supporting both membership events and communications activities. The ECO will work with both the Communications Manager and the Membership and Events Manager to ensure membership data is up-to-date, to track membership engagement, to support the organising and delivery of our events, and to craft and broadcast digital content and media outputs. This role requires a proactive, dynamic, and driven individual with excellent communication skills, an understanding of event management, confidence and experience using CRM databases and Excel, along with social media skills and an ability to spot new media opportunities. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, confident and adept with CRM systems, and enthusiastic about delivering excellent service to members whilst helping to promote the organisation's work across digital channels.
Key Responsibilities
Membership and Events Support
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Working closely with the Membership and Events Manager to deliver strategies for recruiting, retaining, and engaging members.
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Maintain and update the CRM system, ensuring accurate records and consistent data standards.
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Support the processing of membership applications, renewals, and enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
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Support the organising and execution of member events, such as network and consortium meetings and other engagement activities as needed.
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Support with the preparation of regular reports on membership numbers, trends and engagement activities.
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Work closely with the Communications Manager and Membership and Events Manager to design, distribute, and collate the annual member survey.
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Input membership invoices and payments into Xero or relevant systems.
Communications Support
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Support a comprehensive media strategy set out by the Comms Manager to promote the organisation's mission and activities.
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Manage planned activities on all social media platforms, including content creation and community engagement.
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Proofread and distribute press releases, newsletters, and other communication materials.
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Maintain and update the organisation's website with relevant news and content.
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Managing the press inbox.
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Monitor media coverage and help prepare reports on media performance.
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Create engaging content for various platforms.
The postholder will also be expected to:
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Actively support the delivery of the GuildHE strategy.
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To contribute positively to a small, professional team focused on delivering excellence in their members’ interests.
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Support GuildHE events and communication activities as appropriate - including campaigns, writing articles, blogs and press releases.
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Build strong relationships with key stakeholders at HE institutions, including senior leaders, academics, and professional services staff.
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Gather feedback from HE institutions and use this to inform the continuous improvement of our services.
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Demonstrate a proactive approach to embedding EDI principles within all policy development and advocacy efforts.
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Represent GuildHE externally on a range of HE sector groups and projects where appropriate.
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Deputise for the Membership and Events manager, and the Communications manager as appropriate.
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Undertake any other reasonable duties as may be required.
Person Specification
Core Skills:
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Strong written and verbal communication.
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Excellent organisational and time management.
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Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and graphic design tools (such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite).
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
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An ability to build relationships within our team, with members and with media contacts.
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Understanding of current media trends and best practices.
Core Attributes
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Able to meet deadlines, to prioritise work and to anticipate issues and problems with strong attention to detail
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Be self-motivated and communicative with colleagues, with the ability to support the wider team when required in a flexible and dynamic working environment.
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An individual who shares our values of equity and inclusion and can translate these values into day to day work and impactful outcomes.
Ideal Education: Bachelor's degree/ relevant experience and training in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
Ideal Experience:
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At least one (1) year’s experience in membership support, communications, or an administrative role.
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Proven experience in social media management and content creation.
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Experience with CRM software and email marketing platforms.
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Experience in the tertiary or higher education sector.
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Experience with invoicing/ payment systems (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, and the like).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Would you like to join an organisation that is striving for systemic change? We believe it is not enough to reform structures and systems which are foundationally discriminatory. We are calling for a complete overhaul, and for people with lived experience to lead that change.
If that appeals to you. We are seeking a Policy and Communications Officer to play a vital role in shaping public understanding of migration and influencing policy.
As part of our dedicated team, you will have the chance to make a real impact, engaging with diverse audiences and advocating for positive change. If you're motivated by social justice and have skills in policy engagement, digital campaigning, media, and stakeholder engagement, we want to hear from you.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in contributing to a vision for intersectional campaigns that call for systemic change, and for those with lived experience to be instrumental in these campaigns.
As a lived experience and values-led organisation, and diverse team, we are looking for candidates with a:
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Commitment to upholding the rights of ALL migrants
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Real vision as to how this can be done in the current political, social and economic climate
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A commitment to MRN's vision and values
The salary will be £32,414 per year. In addition, MRN contributes up to 6% of salary to pensions.
Closing date for applications: 9am, 14 January 2026
Date for candidate interviews: 22-23 January 2026
We are a charity and campaigning organisation that stands in solidarity with all migrants in their fights for rights and justice.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The postholder will play a key role in advancing the communications, campaigns and public affairs work of Southall Black Sisters (SBS), strengthening the organisation’s public profile and amplifying its mission to end violence against women and girls (VAWG), particularly as it affects Black, minoritised and migrant women.
The role will support the development and delivery of strategic communications and campaigns that promote SBS’s services, policy priorities and advocacy work, with particular attention to immigration and no recourse to public funds (NRPF). Working collaboratively with SBS colleagues, project partners and, where appropriate, victim-survivors, the postholder will help ensure SBS’s communications are impactful, ethical and grounded in lived experience.
Through creative and strategic use of digital, media and public-facing platforms, the postholder will contribute to raising awareness, influencing public discourse and strengthening protections and rights for Black, minoritised and migrant victim-survivors.
Why work with Southall Black Sisters?
Southall Black Sisters is committed to providing a supportive working environment, where team members feel valued, empowered and safe. To that end, we provide an excellent package of employee benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Hybrid working
- Enhanced pension contribution
- Enhanced sick pay
- Subsidised public transport season ticket
- A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including access to confidential support from MBACP therapists
- Clinical supervision with an MBACP therapist to explore issues arising from casework
- A focus on continued learning and development through accredited training delivered by experts in their field
- Organisation-wide away days
- Career development pathways and support
- The opportunity to learn and grow within an organisation renowned for inspiring political activism and campaigning successes
- Employer eye care scheme
To Apply
Submit a completed application form along with the optional equal opportunities monitoring form by the application deadline. Please do not send us your CV as this will not be considered.
Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Head of Development and Communications
Job Description
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
£46,200 - £50,200 per annum FTE
The Head of Development and Communications plays a pivotal role in driving In2scienceUK’s mission to change lives by opening doors to STEM degrees and careers for young people from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
As a senior leader, you will shape and deliver a bold, integrated development and communications strategy that brings our mission to life, tells powerful stories of change, and inspires confidence and commitment from donors, partners, and key stakeholders that unlocks new opportunities for innovation and expansion.
In this role, you will manage a small, high-performing team and oversee the creation of compelling narratives and effective engagement strategies that inspire donors, partners, alumni, and key stakeholders, supporting a resilient and diversified income portfolio.
Working closely with programme teams, you will ensure that development and communications activity amplifies the impact of existing programmes, while identifying and developing new opportunities that deliver meaningful outcomes for young people across the UK.
You will drive the development of strategic partnerships and funding relationships to expand the reach and influence of In2science’s work. Combining strategic vision with operational expertise, you will take a proactive, entrepreneurial approach to growth, shaping how the organisation connects with its audiences, builds its reputation, and communicates the impact of its work in support of long-term strategic goals.
In2scienceUK operates on a remote basis, with necessary UK-wide travel for partner and funder meetings, events, and staff co-working days.
Direct Reports
Development Team: Development Manager, Development Officer, External Fundraising Consultancy.
Comms Team : Senior Communications Officer.
Responsibilities
Development
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To collaborate with the senior leadership team and trustees in setting organisational strategy and building strategic partnerships to support In2science’s vision for 2026 and beyond.
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Lead on planning, implementation and delivery of segmented fundraising and stewardship campaigns across programmes and audiences with a 2026 income target of £1.5m.
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Lead and manage a diverse fundraising portfolio, including corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, research grants (e.g., UKRI), government funding, and individual giving.
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To lead a small but effective development team, including an external fundraising contractor to build upon our success to date to achieve funding targets and foster strategic relationships with funding and delivery partners.
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Budget and resource all aspects of development and communications, including engaging with external contractors to maximise our output and upskill our teams.
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Work closely with the Head of Operations to oversee our CRM, ensuring accurate pipeline reporting and forecasting, as well as utilising the system for tailored stewardship opportunities.
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Work closely with our programmes team to ensure that deliverables are met and in line with our mission and objectives.
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Explore opportunities for partnership to launch new programmes and initiatives, working with the Data and Impact manager to use national data to ensure we deliver the greatest possible impact to those most in need.
Communications
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Oversee the organisation’s external communications, ensuring all messaging is on-brand, reflects our values, meets high standards, and effectively tells the story of our impact on young people.
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Oversee resourcing of the communications function, balancing 70% development and brand engagement with 30% programme-focused activity.
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Identify opportunities to maximise brand presence through strategic partnerships, policy engagement, and media activity.
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Work closely with the SMT and Trustees to respond to media, speaking, and event requests, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging.
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Ensure digital and web platforms effectively showcase our impact and support compelling storytelling.
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Manage the Senior Communications Officer to deliver campaigns that drive organisational growth and engagement with donors, partners, volunteers, and beneficiaries.
Governance
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To work with the SMT, CEO, and Trustees to ensure strong charity governance, including leading the Growth Subcommittee and preparing reports for quarterly board meetings.
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Identify organisation-wide opportunities to streamline and improve performance across the organisation.
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Working with SMT and trustees to ensure charity compliance. Including the charity commission, funding regulator, ICO.
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Identify and manage organisational/operational risk and ensure that all measures are in place to mitigate this.
As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the post holder. The postholder will carry out any other duties that are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager. All staff must undertake all mandatory training, checks and compliance as instructed by the organisation.
Person Specification
Essential:
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A passionate advocate for social mobility in STEM.
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An inspiring leader who can inspire and collaborate across the organisation to achieve our collective goals.
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Three years experience of leading a development team to generate a seven-figure annual income from a diverse range of donors, ideally in a charitable organisation.
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Knowledge of all streams of fundraising, with direct experience in at least two of the following: corporate fundraising, trust and foundations, research grants e.g. UKRI, government grants or individual giving (incl. high-net worth donors).
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A target driven individual with a proven track record of personal six-figure income generation and achieving or exceeding personal targets.
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Excellent relationship management skills to steward existing and potential partners and donors.
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Experience of line management including developing personal development plans and setting KPIs.
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Proven experience of managing a brand, ensuring consistent and impactful communications that maximise reach amongst our target audiences.
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Superb written and verbal communication skills with the ability to persuade and influence at all levels.
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Proven experience of overseeing communication campaigns to engage new prospects across a variety of audiences.
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Evidence of efficient and accurate management of budgets and resources.
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Willingness to work flexibly and attend occasional events or meetings on evenings/weekends when required.
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Working collaboratively and supporting fostering a collegiate workplace environment.
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Upholds the values of our code of conduct and is respectful to all.
Desirable:
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Direct knowledge and/or experience of the barriers young people face in accessing STEM degrees or careers.
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Direct knowledge and/or experience of working with education organisations or STEM sector employers, incl. knowledge of current trends.
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Experience of working in collaboration with across teams to deliver new initiatives that maximise outcomes for young people and attract relevant funding.
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Evidence of delivering highly impactful events.
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Prior experience of public speaking, thought leadership and engaging with the press.
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Experience of governance in a small charitable organisation and utilising Trustees to support the organisation's goals and objectives.
Benefits:
At In2scienceUK we practise what we preach by giving all staff opportunities to progress in their careers. You will have the opportunity to develop your career with your line manager to get you to the next level from day one.
Although we take our career development seriously we also value work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to work flexibly from home, balancing your caring responsibilities, volunteer commitments, hobbies and anything else that makes you happy.
You will have 28 days of annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays.
Commitment to Safeguarding:
In2scienceUK is committed to our responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults as outlined in Working Together to Safeguard Children. We are committed to recruiting candidates who share this commitment to safeguarding, and therefore we apply robust recruitment and selection procedures to ensure that the people selected are right for the job, and that all candidates are appropriately screened prior to appointment.
The following pre-employment checks will be undertaken as applicable:
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References
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DBS check and/or Overseas criminal records check where applicable
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Self-Disclosure
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Identity check
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Right to work in the UK
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Evidence of qualifications applicable to the role
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Confirmation of registration with applicable registered body where applicable
Many of our roles involve working with children and we will therefore take up references prior to your appointment. You should provide details of referees including your current and previous employers, covering the last 5 years. Your current or previous employer will be asked about disciplinary offences relating to children, if the role involved working with children, including any in which the penalty is time expired. We will also ask if you have been the subject of any child protection concerns and if so, the outcome of any enquiry or disciplinary procedure.
Diversity and Inclusion:
In2scienceUK is committed to being an inclusive and diverse organisation where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in STEM and the charity sector, including but not limited to people from minoritised ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
We recognise that talent and potential come in many forms, and we welcome applicants with different experiences, perspectives, and ways of thinking. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and working environment, and we will make reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments, please let us know.
Please provide a cover letter and CV highlighting your suitability for the role.
In2scienceUK exists to unlock the potential of young people from low socioeconomic backgrounds and boost diversity and inclusion in the STEM sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Supporter Stewardship Executive
Role Focus Areas
Supporter Stewardship | Data Management and Reporting | Prospecting
Details
Location: Hybrid - 1 day/week in London Bridge Office
Annual Salary: £26,963 pro rata
Hours: Part-time (21 hours a week)
Contract: Permanent (6 month probationary period)
Start Date: ASAP
Reporting to: Head of Fundraising and Communications
Job Outline
Neuroblastoma UK are seeking a highly organised, responsible and proactive professional to support the team in delivering top tier stewardship to supporters and support income growth in our small team of 3 staff, closely supported by a volunteer trustee board.
Someone who has excellent attention to detail, enjoys building relationships, and who always strives to ensure tasks are performed to the highest level, would thrive in this role.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver warm supporter stewardship to fundraisers including making welcome calls, collating and posting out fundraising packs and attending fundraising events.
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Handle supporter enquiries via email and telephone
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Keep accurate data records of engagement, donations and fundraising
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Produce reports on supporter trends, and identify prospects to support growth
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Manage delivery of key challenge events including the London Marathon
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Own Fundraising Event Calendar - collaborating with Communications Officer on planning and drafting marketing
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Support the Senior Communications Officer and Head of Fundraising and Communications in the delivery of all fundraising and communications activations; including in-memory fundraising, legacy and lottery.
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Fulfill shop orders managing inventory and updating stock levels
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Any other duties that working in a small organisations requires
Person specification
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Highly personable with the ability to develop warm relationships
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Responsible and organised
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Excellent phone manner, including sensitivity towards issues such as illness and bereavement
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Excellent written communication skills
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Collaborative and willing to lend their support where most needed
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Commitment to our mission to find better treatment and a cure for children facing neuroblastoma
First interviews planned for w/c 19th January.
We fund research to find better treatments and ultimately a cure for neuroblastoma, and aggressive childhood cancer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a proactive and creative internal communications specialist to join our Communications and Voice team at an exciting time for Victim Support.
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
Are you passionate about connecting people, sharing stories, informing and celebrating colleagues, and making a difference through communications?
Victim Support is looking for an Internal Communications Officer to join our busy and supportive Communications and Voice team at a pivotal time.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in welcoming and supporting staff as we begin delivery of the Witness Service across courts in England and Wales in 2026. You'll help our staff feel included, informed and engaged, making sure their voices are heard and their insights drive our internal communications.
Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you'll create engaging content for a range of channels, from newsletters and intranet features to virtual events and staff resources. You'll have the chance to bring fresh ideas, try new approaches, help us continually improve how we communicate and connect, and ensure our values are reflected in all we do.
We're a collaborative, friendly team that values creativity, inclusion and learning. If you're a strong communicator with a flair for writing, a creative mindset and a passion for working with others to deliver shared goals, we'd love to hear from you.
About Us:
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Communications, you’ll join a small, creative, and supportive team working to make a real impact for Scotland’s seas. This is a maternity cover position, offering an exciting opportunity to step into a dynamic role where you can quickly make a difference.
You’ll help craft engaging digital content and drive public campaigns that raise awareness of seafood sustainability and marine protection — inspiring both people and policymakers to take action.
A key part of your work will be supporting collaborative external campaigns and finding imaginative ways to grow Open Seas’ reach and influence. From storytelling through film and design to building our online presence, your creativity will help showcase Scotland’s incredible marine life — and the urgent need to protect it.
You’ll contribute across a range of activities, from managing social media and improving SEO, to developing new website content and visual communications.
We’re looking for someone who’s agile, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment. You’ll be a positive self-starter and a collaborative team player who enjoys bringing fresh ideas to life and adapting as priorities evolve.
This maternity cover role is a fantastic opportunity to use your digital and creative skills for good — contributing to progressive, solutions-focused campaigns that help shape the future of Scotland’s seas.
About Open Seas
Open Seas is a small environmental charity working in Scotland and beyond to promote environmental recovery in our seas and champion sustainable seafood. Established in 2016, we conduct environmental and policy research to inform consumers, markets and decision-makers as well as generate campaigns to drive positive change for the environmental health of Scotland’s seas.
We investigate threats to our seas, conduct research, and campaign for sustainable fisheries.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Title: Marketing Officer
Reporting To: Senior Marketing and Communications Officer
Location: Hybrid, working from home and our office based in West London
Salary: £26,500 per annum
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, inclusive of a daily 1 hour paid lunch break
Contract: Permanent
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave per year, plus public holidays;
- Company electronic devices;
- Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme;
- Private health insurance after completion of probation;
- Eligibility for a Blue Light discount card
Closing Date: 14th January 2026. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the job advert early if we receive a high number of applicants.
Job Purpose
Managing MHI’s digital channels and campaigns, creating audience-focused content, ensuring brand consistency, supporting partnerships, and delivering marketing initiatives for services including Shout and The Mix.
Key Responsibilities
- Film and edit videos for a range of audiences to support our social media content, our
partnerships, volunteer and fundraising communications and our flagship podcast The Mix Six, using in-app video editing, CapCut and Adobe Premiere Pro - Support with partnership specific requests, such as working on creative content and marketing toolkits for multiple audiences, image searches, asset creation and paid marketing promotion for our commissioned partners
- Work from Adobe templates to build on marketing asset libraries and toolkits for partners
- Support the corporate and commissioned partnerships with creative ideation, content development and campaign ideas around key calendar moments e.g World Mental Health Day
- Supporting the Senior Marketing Officer with the onboarding and relationship management of a number of partners and NHS ICBs (Integrated Care Boards)
- Support with community management across our social media channels, responding to enquiries, identifying opportunities and flagging any reputational risks
- Support with marketing campaigns across paid channels including Google Ads, TikTok and other channels as required
- Support the team with data analysis across content and campaigns ensuring optimisation, effectiveness and key learnings are considered as part of our marketing and content strategies for fundraising, partnerships and growth where applicable
- Provide opportunities for staff and our volunteer community to be involved in key moments for the organisation to help amplify our work
- Develop relationships with key influencers who can help promote our services to target audiences
- Support the team with blogs and content for the websites, keeping them up to date and maintained with a focus on best practise in SEO
- Feed into content planning, thinking about moments that resonate with our key audiences, staying on top of trends and insights
Person Specification
Essential
- Website management and CMS skills. Wagtail an advantage
- Experience creating a range of multimedia engaging content including social media graphics and videos, blog posts, podcasts etc. for specific audiences across multiple digital platforms,
including website, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Adobe Creative Suite experience an advantage. - Reporting against KPIs for content and campaigns
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including excellent grammar, punctuation and spelling
- Strong copywriting skills
- Strong planning, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Highly organised to manage multiple requests and projects
- Ability to work with others as part of a team, providing support as required, and building and maintaining effective working relationships with individuals in order to achieve objectives.
- Ability to deal with confidential information sensitively and appropriately.
Desirable
- Highly developed interpersonal and verbal communication skills in order to deal effectively, efficiently and appropriately with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience working in a mental health organisation and/or understanding of the mental health sector
This role is subject to eligibility to work in the UK, plus satisfactory background and reference checks.
We understand that AI is increasingly part of everyday life, and you might choose to use it when putting together your application. While AI can be a helpful tool, we ask that anything you submit reflects your own skills, experiences, and perspective. We value authenticity and integrity, and we want to see what you uniquely bring to our team and why our mission resonates with you personally.






