21 hours per week (open to job sharing and flexible working), £30,000 pro rata, based in Kensington & Chelsea, but home working due to COVID19, initial 12-month contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Young K&C as a Communications and Marketing Officer.  We are looking for someone with experience of creating and using digital content to reach new audiences and engage with diverse communities.

Young K&C is a new charity established to support children and young people in Kensington & Chelsea.  Young K&C is an innovative cross-sector partnership, working with youth clubs, charities, schools, businesses and Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea.  

The successful candidate will develop and manage high quality digital marketing campaigns to help grow the awareness and digital footprint of Young K&C and the children and youth organisations that it works with.

You will help to create content to optimise marketing presence and performance via print publications, website, social media and other online channels.

This will support Young K&C to develop new business partners and to reach new audiences including young people in Kensington and Chelsea.

This role will suit someone with experience of developing professional marketing and communications.

Interested?  Upload your CV with contact details for 2 referees and a short supporting statement (max 2 sides A4) outlining how you fulfil the person specification, by 10am on Monday 16 November 2020.

Young K&C: Communications and Admin Officer, Job Description

YOU! What will you need to do?

The key areas that you will be working on are:

• Developing and implementing campaigns and digital strategy for Young K&C
• Supporting plans to grow opportunities for membership, partnerships and income generation, including liaising with schools and businesses
• Creating professionally designed content for our website, newsletter and other publications
• Communications: promoting Young K&C and our member organisations on social media and helping with developing content for our websites
• Working with a youth steering group, and supporting them to input into the development of Young K&C

As the organisation develops, then your role is likely to adapt.

Responsibilities

Communications and Digital: 

• Develop, manage and update content for website and social media
• Promote local charities and opportunities for young people via social media
• Create engaging content for social media, including short video/GIFs
• Create and design short publications for Young K&C, including regular email updates and newsletter
• Help develop promotional materials for Young K&C

Youth Steering Group:

• Working with Young K&C’s staff team to recruit local young people to take part in a steering group for Young K&C
• Organise meetings and support for the youth steering group
• Work closely with RBKC’s youth council

YOU! What kind of person are we looking for?

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills or characteristics in the application. It is essential that you give evidence or examples of your experience, knowledge and skills where possible.

Excellent Communication Skills – you will have excellent communication skills, including writing skills.  You will have good attention to detail and will be able to check and proof read for accuracy.

Experience within a digital, marketing or communications role including –

• Experience of managing and developing social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok) and developing engaging content, including short videos
• Experience of using design software such as Adobe suite and Canva for digital and print design
• Content management systems and ability to adapt to new online platforms
• Understanding of SEO and paid social

Interpersonal skills – you have good interpersonal skills and some experience of engaging with a diverse group of people, including local young people.

Mucking in – working in a small team with tight resources you will enjoy helping out with getting things done.

The cause – you will be passionate about our vision to support children and young people, committed to supporting diversity and inclusion.

Flexibility – you will be able to work effectively from home and/or from our small office in Kensington and Chelsea.

Our ocean is in poor health and we need urgent action to change this. We want this to be top of the public and political agenda and need an exceptional Head of Communications and Campaigns to make this happen.

You will be a brilliant team leader, a great strategist and have a flair for creative ideas. With strong experience in leading and prioritising organisational communications activities and a track record of planning and developing campaigns with impact – notably working with the media and digitally for effective behaviour and policy change. 

We want the ocean to be front and centre on everyone’s minds and need to raise our brand profile to ensure our voice is heard. If you think you can make this happen, please share your CV and covering letter with us by 1 November 2020

Download the information pack for the full job description and more about what works well for applications. 

Do include a cover letter with your CV which tells us why you would like to work with us, and how you meet the role and person specification.  We value this element of the application, so it's worth you taking the time to include it. 

Please make sure your CV and cover letter are in an editable format – so no PDF or Pages formats.

Everyone can expect to be treated with consideration and respect and MCS is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.  Good working relationships release the full potential, creativity and productivity of each individual, in an atmosphere where everyone can learn and work without prejudice, discrimination, harassment or violence. 

MCS is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community, particularly those that are under-represented in environmental and charity sectors.

Eligibility to work in the UK is required. 

Registered Charity No: 1004005 (England & Wales) SC037480 (Scotland) 

The Organisation

The Brilliant Club is an award-winning charity that exists to increase the number of pupils from underrepresented backgrounds progressing to highly-selective universities. We do this by mobilising the PhD community to share its expertise with state schools. We recruit, train and place PhD researchers to work with state schools: either part-time as tutors through The Scholars Programme or full-time as classroom teachers through Researchers in Schools (RIS). In 2018/19, The Brilliant Club worked with over 700 state schools and 13,000 pupils across the UK.

The Opportunity

As The Brilliant Club enters our tenth year, we want to build our brand and our voice within the education sector. We are looking for an experienced Public Affairs and Communications Officer who is passionate about influencing government, MPs, policy makers and the wider education sector to ensure that a young person’s life chances are not determined by their background. The successful candidate will work closely with the External Affairs team to establish and deliver our public affairs priorities. They will identify opportunities to engage in policy discussions, build relationships with sector stakeholders, engage in education networks and write policy briefings. They will also lead on written submissions to government or sector consultations, working closely with senior members of the charity. The Public Affairs and Communications Officer will also be responsible for proactively building relationships with the press, and for responding to press and media enquiries. They will identify opportunities to raise awareness of the university access gap and create platforms for the young people we support to share their stories. The successful candidate will also support the Communications and Marketing Manager with copywriting, digital analytics and sharing best practice tools and training across the charity.

The Brilliant Club has three core values, which we expect all employees to embody. These are:

• We get to a solution.

• We seek and act on the best data available.

• We understand that little things go a long way.

The successful candidate will have examples of where they have demonstrated these values in the past.

The Brilliant Club exists to increase the number of pupils from underrepresented backgrounds progressing to highly selective universities. We think it is important that our charity reflects the lived experience of our beneficiaries, and we want to be an organisation where employees from any background can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans including non-binary (LGBTQ+) candidates, and candidates from low income families. These groups are currently underrepresented at The Brilliant Club and we are committed to increasing representation and diversity at the charity.

Do you thrive in leading on external and internal communications?

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a leading and dynamic homelessness prevention charity looking for a solid Interim Head of Communications able to plan and operate at pace for a 9 months Fixed Term Contract.

Reporting to the Director of Business Development & Fundraising, you will lead on the development and implementation of a number of defined internal and external communications objectives as well as managing a small team. You will be responsible for the production and management of all communication channels including audio-visual, publications and materials. You will also work towards meeting the needs of internal and external audiences and you will engage with senior stakeholders to secure meeting project deadlines and agreed outcomes.

To be successful, you will be an experienced Communications professional able to deliver compelling results-led communications across multiple channels. Alongside the ability to develop and deliver innovative approaches to keeping an organisation's staff connected, you will have a flair for current affairs and social media platforms and possess the confidence to deliver social affairs messages to the external audience. It would be advantageous but not essential to have also experience of media relations, PR and/or campaigns.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

In order to apply please submit your CV (Word format) in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call to brief you on the role. Cover letter are not required at this stage but will be asked to all candidates shortlisted by Prospectus

Please note. This post will require a Basic DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant.

Given the unprecedented volume of interest in our roles, consultants are unable to support with general job search advice or specific enquiries before application. Instead please do either register your CV on our website or submit your CV for any roles that interest you to ensure that your application is reviewed in line with the position. Should you be successfully longlisted or we are able to assist in your job search we will be in contact to discuss next steps.

We are looking for someone who has experience of creating, planning and delivering projects. You would be working on campaigns and engagement activities such as National Vegetarian Week, Food Boxes to Food Banks and the UK Food Plan. 

We are looking for someone who is creative and enthusiastic and likes to get things done!  You will need to have good organisational skills, be able to manage a busy workload and work across several teams. You will be able to put together projects that will inspire and motivate people to get involved, delivering measurable impacts. 

Our physical offices are closed at the moment because of COVID-19 so the position currently involves working from home. When the office re-opens the role will be based in our headquarters which is located within close proximity to Altrincham.

To apply for this post please send a letter detailing how you meet each of the criteria set out in the person specification along with your CV.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 18th November 2020 at 9 am.

You must be available for the first round of virtual interviews on Tuesday 24 November 2020 and in-person interviews at our offices on Thursday 26 November, when you will be asked to give a presentation.

The Vegetarian Society aims to be a positive employer. We operate a 35-hour week, flexible working-time scheme and stakeholder pension.

If you have any queries regarding the post, please call the Vegetarian Society and ask for Lynne

No agencies please

The Marketing and Communications Officer will work closely with the CEO and other team members to widen awareness about the SLA, its services and activities. We are looking for a highly articulate and driven person with significant experience in a similar communications role who is pro-active and target driven. This is a new role for the organisation, and we are a small office team, so there is plenty of scope for influence and innovation; you will need to develop and embed ways of working, systems and processes to fulfil this role. You will use your understanding of data and analytics to inform your decisions and grow our channels. 

Working in a small, energetic, friendly and busy team, you will be able to make a substantial and positive contribution from the start. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is evidence and target driven with a solution and audience focused mind-set.

Flexible working hours/days are available to fit around childcare or other needs, including home working. Due to the pandemic most staff are working from home full-time currently.

Shaping Our Lives - Communications Officer

Home-based

£27,000 per annum (£16,200 pro rata for 3 days a week/21 hours per week between Monday to Friday)

Permanent, part-time

Job description

Shaping Our Lives are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and experienced Communications Officer to help us transform. You will need a year's experience (paid or voluntary) of all aspects of the communications mix. 

Our new Communications officer will be critical to the future growth of Shaping Our Lives. They will ensure we maintain a strong national profile with a range of audiences and a close working relationship with our network members. The successful applicant will need:

• The ability to plan effective short and long campaigns,
• experience of writing and managing website content,
• a strong understanding of the role and application of social media,
• and an ability to be both proactive and reactive to opportunities.

The post holder must also be able to demonstrate experience and knowledge about working inclusively and accessibly.  An understanding of the culture and ethos of a small user-led organisation would be an advantage.

About Shaping Our Lives

Shaping Our Lives is embarking on an exciting period of growth. We have received a four year grant to expand our services, transform our identity and  raise the profile of our work. We are a user-led organisation that hosts a national network of user-led groups, service users and disabled people. We specialise in user-led research and inclusive involvement practice ensuring that diverse and excluded communities are represented in the policy making, planning and delivery of health and social care services.

Our vision is a society in which everyone has equal life chances and support for independent living. A society which prioritises inclusion.

Further details

Benefits: 3% Employer contribution to pension and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata).

Appointment subject to satisfactory references, basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and proof of right to work in the UK.

Please read the attached document containing the Job Description and Person Specification and then complete the attached Application Form. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 30th October 2020 at 11:30pm.

Interviews will be held remotely for all if Covid19 is still a risk. We are aware that remote interviews are easier for some people, but not for others, so we will try to accommodate a preference to be interviewed in person if Covid19 is no longer a risk. Interviews will be in the week commencing 16th November 2020.

Shaping Our Lives is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people from diverse and often excluded communities.

Thank you for your interest in Shaping Our Lives.

If you have a strong understanding of the impact of the violence, racial inequity and systemic injustice on marginalised communities and are passionate about empowering those most affected to create a change, then we can’t wait to hear from you!

ABOUT US

The 4Front Project is a member-led youth organisation empowering young people and communities to fight for justice, peace and freedom. The organisation was established in 2012 to provide a platform for those who have been impacted by violence to create change. We support members with experiences of violence and the criminal justice system to create change in their own lives, communities and society.

Over the last eight years, we have pioneered an approach that empowers those most directly harmed by violence and the criminal justice system to be at the forefront of a grassroots movement for change. Our holistic model has been designed specifically to support young people aged 13 - 25 with complex needs as a result of multiple systemic disadvantages and disproportionate exposure to serious violence. By advocating for a holistic approach to build peace, we are transforming the way in which society understands how to support young people who have been affected by violence and shaping the agenda around how to tackle the systemic causes of it. 

We acknowledge the impact of racism and discrimination on our members and actively work to dismantle these systems, whilst supporting members to recognise their strengths and identify systemic barriers to their progress. In this way, we support 4Front members to make changes in their own lives, whilst exploring the inequity they’ve experienced and amplifying their voices to create systemic change. Becoming a member means joining a powerful youth-led movement for change that is transforming the way peace and justice are understood by centring healing, rather than punishment.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a formidable Campaigns Coordinator to develop our transformative campaigning work and support young change makers to take the lead. You care deeply about revolutionising society and are personally invested in fighting for justice and equity. You can hold emotion and know how to create safe spaces for people to explore their experiences and build their sense of identity. You have experience working on campaigns that transform policy. You are well networked, already a part of groups that are tackling social justice issues and keen to actively research and network with other organisations that will become our partners and allies. You understand the power of effective communication to change minds and have interesting and unique ideas about how to get a message across. You have worked or volunteered as a mentor and you’re dedicated to tackling social justice issues. You are comfortable with conflict and have experience of managing difficult conversations to successful resolutions. You see courage in vulnerability and believe in building the resilience of young people. Most importantly, you are committed to peace and you fundamentally believe in the potential to change, both at an individual and societal level. You will be a visionary leader, seeing your work at The 4Front Project as a crucial part of your identity and purpose in life. You will be committed to upholding our vision, mission, principles and values at all times. You will be bold, actively contributing to a workplace culture that centres justice, healing, change and hope. You will play a fundamental role in supporting The 4Front Project to change society for the better.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

COORDINATE OUR CAMPAIGNS

• Develop and deliver unique campaigns that support our mission and drive significant change in policy or opinion
• Identify new campaign opportunities and develop ambitious campaign strategies in collaboration with 4Front Members
• Develop full campaign plans with clear objectives and milestones to ensure that we can evaluate the success of all campaigning activities
• Support guide and empower our Youth Activism Coordinators and other members to develop and lead public-facing campaigns and activism projects that ensure their voices are amplified and platformed
• Facilitate weekly campaign meetings to enable members to learn, develop, grow and lead our campaigns
• Protecting vulnerable campaign members and accommodate their mental health, learning difficulties, disabilities, and other needs by creating a safe and supportive environment where they  feel accepted and welcomed
• Ensure our campaigning work represents the concerns of people affected by violence and the criminal justice system from across the UK
• Develop creative strategies to raise awareness of our campaigns, engage a range of people in our campaigning activity and grow our campaign supporter base
• Connect with national and international partners in order to collaborate on campaigns
• Coordinate direct actions across the country in collaboration with members and partners
• Develop campaign messages and write campaign materials (for online and print), briefings, comment pieces, op-eds and features for the mainstream media
• Maintain appropriate records using our database system and other monitoring systems when required,  incorporating regular assessment, supervision and review

LEAD OUR COMMUNICATIONS

• Develop and implement a new communications strategy which effectively captures and promotes all aspects of our work and advances our mission, values and overall strategic objectives to grow our reach and influence among key audiences
• Develop a shared understanding across the organisation of our key audiences and messages, and how communications can drive positive change 
• Lead our efforts to become better story-tellers and set out a vision and path to pursue our narrative-shifting goals.
• Identifying effective ways to illustrate the value and impact of our work and maximise our impact by presenting and disseminating our work in an accessible manner across various channels, including social media.
• Create and review metrics and indicators to assess progress on the communications strategy, and gather relevant data for this purpose, drawing on best practices
• Produce a wide range of communications materials and other outputs, including news blasts, reports, briefings, factsheets, blog posts, periodic bulletins, press releases, annual reports, OpEds, video and other audiovisual materials
• Maintaining content on our website, including writing, editing and content management; enhancing its design and accessibility
• Generate engaging social media content to grow our audience through our existing platforms (Twitter, Instagram and Facebook), as well as developing a presence on new platforms
• Proactively seek opportunities to bring our perspective and voice to public conversations on injustice and inequality, maintaining and expanding contacts with relevant media
• Managing relationships with web developers, designers,videographers, photographers and other communications-related service providers
• Work in collaboration with service teams to ensure that communications work (print and digital) is effectively built into project plans and is adequately resourced
• Edit and coordinate the production and dissemination of our research and advocacy publications ensuring these adhere to house style and quality standards, as well as promoting distinctive and consistent visual branding
• Develop proactive and reactive responses to the media and lead on the development of a media interaction strategy
• Provide advice to the team to ensure that the tone of voice is met throughout the organisation’s communications

You will also provide cover on occasion and undertake any other duties that may reasonably be requested of you outside of this role description.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL

• First-hand experiences of the issues we address through our work
• Experience of campaigning, activism and social action work
• An understanding of social justice issues, systemic inequality and injustice, including the impact of the criminal justice system on marginalised communities
• Experience supporting and coordinating groups of people
• Proven experience of developing unique and effective communications in a range of formats
• Excellent teamwork skills and experience of supporting and motivating others
• Experience of working to targets, budgets, and deadlines
• Experience of working robustly within challenging and unpredictable environments as well as effectively managing change

DESIRABLE

• Experience of working in an organisation which promotes the rights of vulnerable communities with multiple disadvantages
• Experience supporting young people that have experienced injustice, inequality and other disadvantage
• Experience building and maintaining excellent relationships partnerships with community organisations and campaign groups
• Project management experience
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection frameworks
• Experience of using CRM effectively
• A valid driving license and a car

HOW TO APPLY

THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS THURSDAY 8TH OCTOBER 2020 AT 12.00PM

We would like this position to start as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so we encourage early applications. 

To apply for this position, please send:

1. A comprehensive and relevant CV

2. A supporting statement addressing the person specification 

3. And either:

• An essay answering the questions below (no longer than 750 words for each question). 

• A video of you addressing the questions below (no longer than 8 minutes in total).

1) What do the words ‘justice’, ‘peace’ and ‘freedom’ mean to you and how have these concepts impacted your view of the world? 

2) What are your top three priorities for building equity in our society and how would you go about it?

3) What does empowerment mean to you and how do you feel it can be incorporated as a principle in your work?

This will be reviewed by 4Front Members, Staff and Trustees.

There is a 3-stage selection process:

1.  An initial video interview (30 mins)

2. An interactive in person interview with 4Front Members and Staff (including a preparation task)

3. A final round interview with the Board of Trustees.

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against candidates who may have previous convictions. We will also make reasonable adjustments for employees that may have access requirements.

Please ensure you quote the job reference number in the subject line of your email.

The Opportunity 

We are recruiting for a Head of Communications to join us during an exciting time of our growth. The role is a new one and will sit within Breaking Barriers Senior Leadership team. They will be responsible for leading the strategic development and delivery of communications at Breaking Barriers. The role will ensure that Breaking Barriers’ reach and reputation is strengthened and protected, through clearly articulated communications to all its audiences, stakeholders, funders and corporate partners at a local and national level. This will involve working closely with the senior management team and board, to ensure that all communications activities support and align with Breaking Barriers’ 2020-22 business strategy.

The Charity 

Founded in 2015, Breaking Barriers is a fast-paced, start-up charity with a mission to help refugees gain the knowledge, confidence and experience to secure stable and fulfilling employment in their new home. 

We offer effective and flexible employment support in direct partnership with businesses that help refugees secure work, progress into better jobs, and successfully integrate into UK society. We have a unique approach, working with corporate partners to help refugees develop careers that match their skills, experience and aspirations. 

Since Breaking Barriers’ inception we have grown to support in excess of 500 refugees per year and have ambitious plans to expand this as part of our strategic plan. We concentrate on getting things done in a flexible environment where everyone is encouraged to take ownership and contribute. 

We are a team of around 30 staff supported by several hundred volunteers, who are all driven and committed to helping London’s refugee community. We are looking for similarly driven and ambitious individuals keen to join an enterprising organisation where they can benefit from the opportunity to innovate and shape the direction of the charity. Colleagues who thrive are passionate, driven and have the confidence to work autonomously while remaining team players and sharing credit with all involved. 

We are looking for someone who lives and breathes our values: 

• Mission-led: our clients come before everything else. 

• Welcoming: we want all people to feel happy, comfortable and secure with us. 

• Collaborative: we are supportive and considerate, curiously exploring other viewpoints to find solutions.

• Enterprising: we are discerningly bold, entrepreneurial and have the courage to give things a go.

The Recruitment Process 

The application deadline is 8th November, however we will be interviewing suitable candidates on an ongoing basis, so please do not wait until the deadline to submit your application. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. 

Please note, in light of the Covid-19 outbreak, all Breaking Barriers staff are working remotely and we will be conducting all interviews virtually for the foreseeable future.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. 

Breaking Barriers particularly welcomes applicants with experience of migration and/or a refugee background. 

Media Trust

Media Trust strives to bridge the gap between the media and creative industry and charities, under-represented communities and young people to give them a stronger voice. We do this by delivering innovative and impactful training and capacity building for charities, promoting skills-based volunteering – matching good skills with good causes, and empowering young people from diverse and disadvantaged backgrounds to work in the media and creative industry.

We’re proud to be helping charities and under-represented communities to challenge entrenched negative stereotypes and fight for more authentic media representation, giving a stronger voice to people with lived experience. We’re helping charities with their communications strategy, advocacy and campaigning, storytelling, content creation, press engagement, and digital and social media.

In the last 12 months, Media Trust has supported 2,000 charities and 2,000 young people and engaged 1,500 volunteers and mentors through our programmes. We are fortunate to have an extensive network of 40 corporate partners including Amazon, the BBC, BBH, Channel 4, Edelman, Facebook, Google, Guardian Media Group, ITV, Sky, Snap and Twitter who we work closely alongside to deliver our programmes.

About the role

This is an exciting and wide-ranging role for an experienced strategic and creative marketing and communications professional. We are looking for someone who has expertise in devising and implementing integrated communications and campaigns strategies to a diverse set of stakeholders. This role would suit someone with a good understanding and experience of the UK charity sector and a passion for equalities and inclusion. We are looking for a strong leader to take Media Trust’s marketing and communications to the next level engaging more charities, communities, young people and the media and creative industry with our work and impact.

Strategic communications & delivery

You will develop and deliver creative, innovative and effective multi-platform marketing, engagement and profile-raising strategies for Media Trust and all of our various programmes. This will include highlighting how our work is unique and showcasing our impact and success stories.

You must have the agility to engage with and work equally effectively across our three main stakeholder communities – (i) charities and community organisations (and the trusts and foundations who support them) who we want to participate in our capacity building programmes, (ii) young people particularly from diverse and marginalised backgrounds who are looking to break into the media and (iii) media and creative industry organisations and professionals who we want to engage as volunteers, mentors and sponsors.

You and your team will be responsible for the development and updating of our website, social media pages, annual report, impact reports, regular newsletters, corporate/promotional videos, materials for events and other marketing collateral; testing different approaches to marketing and finding the optimal practices and tools to drive traffic and engagement; and advising and reporting on KPIs and ROI of different marketing initiatives. Where Media Trust doesn’t have the in-house skills or resources in any particular area (e.g., graphic design), you will be proactive and creative about reaching out Media Trust’s industry partners to secure pro bono help and high-quality support to plug the gaps.

A multi-faceted team player, you are as confident leading strategic discussions and developing campaigns as you are writing or editing copy.

Media engagement and campaigning

The ideal candidate will have the ability to articulate how our programme work relates to key policy areas like digital inclusion, skills-based volunteering, reframing disability and other mis- or under-represented marginalised communities, strengthening regional and local community voice, and the need for a more diverse and representative media and creative sector. With experience of generating hard news angles and pitching stories, you will secure media interviews and speaking opportunities for Media Trust spokespeople to raise the profile of Media Trust’s work, position Media Trust as a thought-leader, and advocate for policy change. You will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with key influencers, journalists and policy-makers to raise and strengthen the profile of the organisation. Through our initiatives to boost the strategic comms capabilities of equalities organisations, reframe disability in the news, strengthen the voice of mental health charities and reframe climate change, Media Trust is working to enhance the representation of marginalised communities and hot button issues in the media. You will work collaboratively with our partner organisations to throw a spotlight on our work and theirs in these thematic areas.

A passion for digital

One of our key strategic priorities is digital communications skills training for the UK charity sector. Building on our successful digital skills capacity building programmes and online Resource Hub launched in 2018, in partnership with leading organisations including Google and Facebook, we will be scaling up our Digital Skills programmes in 2021 focusing on training in regions outside of London. We are looking for someone who is well versed in digital communications and believes in the potential and power of digital to enhance and transform third sector organisations and the wider sector to be resilient and transform the way they engage, support and mobilise their stakeholders.

Management duties

This role is also part of the SMT (Senior Management Team) which means you will actively contribute to setting Media Trust’s overall strategic objectives as well as management of our day to day operations, working alongside your peers on SMT.

You will provide line management to an existing Marcomms team, working with the team to develop the strategy for the department, support them to manage their workload, prioritise and schedule activities, undertaking appraisals, running regular team meetings and engaging, developing and supporting the team to maximise their potential and nurture a culture of team work, trust, flexibility and accountability. You will be experienced at building internal relationships and working collaboratively across teams and departments on joint projects, effectively managing comms plans and delivering on timelines with multiple stakeholders and partners.

You will oversee the budget for the marketing and communications function and undertake effective financial management including forecasting, monitoring, reviewing and reporting.

What we are looking for in you

• A strategic long-term visionary, with experience of developing and implementing integrated communications strategies across multiple channels (social media, digital, branding and media)
• Significant senior marketing and communications experience, leading the marketing and communications function of an organsiation
• Experience of public affairs, with an understanding of equality and equity issues and designing influencing strategies and events
• Ability to manage suppliers and agencies, paid and unpaid, ensuring high quality of work, deliverables and value for money
• A passion for digital communications and innovative approach to engaging and mobilising audiences in line with changing digital trends and audience insights
• Outstanding communication skills and ability to adapt tone and approach for different stakeholders
• Ability to craft and edit compelling content to a high standard from policy submissions to tweets
• Demonstrable experience of managing and executing creative and high-impact marketing campaigns and initiatives across multiple platforms and formats, in particular social media
• Good understanding of GDPR and experience of data management and CRM systems
• Team management experience of leading, growing and retaining talent
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Confident managing budgets and reporting variances
• A good understanding of analytics and impact measurement methodologies and how to articulate impact at both an individual programme and overall organisational level
• Good understanding of the charity sector. Experience of working within the media and creative industry would also be a plus.
• Experience of working with corporate partners and managing stakeholder relationships at both strategic and project level

The above job description is a guide to the work you may be required to undertake but does not form part of your contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances.

Closing date: 5pm on 20 October
Interviews: Week of 26 October

Please note, due to the high volume of applications we expect to receive, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Working at Media Trust

Media Trust is an ambitious charity, full of passionate people. We are a small and dynamic team that works collaboratively and supports each other in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for motivated, agile and value-driven people to join our team.

• We are based in WeWork Victoria, a vibrant co-working space with our own Media Trust office. There are regular activities and pop-ups throughout the week, ping pong tournaments and free barista coffee all day and prosecco/craft beer evenings
• Generous annual leave
• Flexible hours, to be agreed with line manager
• Part-time options considered for the right candidate
• Secure bike shed
• Pension contributions
• Volunteer days

Media Trust values and respects all differences in people (seen and unseen). One of the ways we do this is by actively encouraging staff to work in ways that best suit their needs and our flexible working policy outlines many of the options available, such as part-time and term-time working, job sharing, home working and working compressed hours. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility and equipment or other support you need. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.

Media Trust values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer.

We are looking to recruit a Marketing & Communications Executive to join our growing team and contribute to the success of projects run by our teams in Africa, UK and Europe.

This is an exciting role that provides an opportunity to develop skills in CMS management, social media marketing, digital communications, lead generation, and content development – setting you on a path for progression within the organisation or building your skill set for future roles.

You will be working in a purpose-driven organisation seeking to create a better future for business, society and the environment. You will be responsible for planning and executing marketing and communications plans so that our messaging reaches the right people at the right time to ensure the success of our programmatic initiatives. The role initially is for a one year contract, with scope for this position to become permanent.

Specific tasks include:

• Managing B2B marketing and PR communications to increase awareness and recognition of the organisation including;
• Developing original content and leveraging it through marketing channels
• Updating website content via our CMS (WordPress) including web pages, case studies and blog posts
• Spearheading social media strategy to drive follower growth and engagement, including researching suitable influencers and curating content for different social channels, primarily Twitter and LinkedIn. Research into additional social media channels would be welcome.
• Occasionally create content for promotional material such as brochures, flyers etc.
• Collateral design – liaise with designers on collateral design, including news, case studies, blogs, videos, brochures, flyers etc.
• PR - Write sector press releases for media outreach activities. Build relationships with relevant journalists and sector partners and secure speaker slots at relevant conferences
• Event Communications - Create and manage event and conference communications across digital platforms and email.
• Internal Communications - Create staff bulletin and other all staff communications as required.
• Reporting- maintaining the quarterly marketing communications reporting dashboard, monthly social media overview and other reporting as needed.
• Working with the PA team throughout an event/programme cycle to meet participation targets;
• Managing our Salesforce CRM and achieve targets for database growth;
• Evaluate marketing campaigns using Google Analytics and reporting on media partners' results;
• Providing final proof-reading for external documents.

The Partner Africa team is a very small team, so the Masrketing and Communications Executive may be required to support other activities from time to time.

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• A commitment to and enthusiasm for Partner Africa’s mission and work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with a great attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-moving environment.
• Flexible under pressure but deadline oriented.
• Team player, able to build relationships with key internal and external contacts.
• Marketing and communications experience, including: digital comms/social media.
• Proactive and self-motivated;
• Experience of using Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (particularly, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere).
• Experience of writing press releases and some media outreach
• Data analysis and reporting.
• Best practice knowledge of Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and other social media platforms.
• Ability to adapt approach / communication style to different audiences
• Desirable: A Knowledge of the responsible business agenda, the SDGs, the UN Guiding Principles agenda.
• Desirable: familiarity with Salesforce or another CRM platform.
• Desirable: experience working within a CMS / light HTML skills.

Qualifications:

Educated to degree-level in marketing, communications, sustainability or relevant experience required.

Timeline:

Deadline for applications: 20th October 2020

Interviews the week of: 26th October or 2nd November 2020

We highly encourage applications from Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates.

Term: Fixed term contract until 31 March 2021, with the opportunity for extension. The role is full-time and we are open to flexible working arrangements. 

Start: ASAP (our preference is for this role to begin in early November)

Remuneration: £23,000-£25,000, 27 days annual leave pro-rata (excluding bank holidays), pension contribution 

Additional benefits: Flexible working policy, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme and access to our partner network’s various development opportunities.

Location: This position will be largely remote due to the team working from home due to Covid-19. It may eventually require regular travel to JCF’s London office near London Waterloo. We are open to discussing flexible arrangements. 

Application deadline: Apply before midnight on Sunday 25 October. We will be shortlisting as applications come in, so you are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Interviews will take place  9-6pm October 28th and 9-12pm on 29th.

Application process: Please find application details on our website.

Hey there, come join our team and help us build a better world.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone looking to grow their communication and relationship management skills while working towards building a fairer, kinder and more tolerant world. We are a small but dynamic and influential charity building a positive legacy for the late MP, Jo Cox.

About the Jo Cox Foundation

The Jo Cox Foundation was established in 2016 by the friends and family of the late Jo Cox MP. The Foundation exists to build a positive legacy for Jo and to create something positive from the tragedy that was her murder. Just as Jo did, we believe in working together effectively with individuals and organisations that share the belief that we have more in common than that which divides us.

We are a close-knit team that inspires and connects individuals, organisations and businesses to make a real difference to the causes that Jo championed. We work hard, but it’s important to us that we have fun and look after ourselves and each other too.

About the role

The Communications and Partnerships Officer will report to the Campaign Manager and play a key role in the delivery of programmes across our Stronger Communities workstream. A vital part of the role will be supporting the delivery of The Great Get Together - The Jo Cox Foundation’s flagship community engagement initiative - in both its summer and winter iteration. 

With a particular focus on partnerships and communications, you’ll support across the charity’s Stronger Communities workstream, which includes The Great Get Together, More in Common Network, and the newly formed Connection Coalition.

About You

Your approach to work will be flexible and adaptable. You will have strong organisational skills with the ability to problem-solve, set priorities, and work calmly under pressure. Enthusiastic and capable of taking the initiative, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will be ambitious in vision and realistic in planning with strongly held personal values which align with The Jo Cox Foundation. These will be reflected in your respect for others and the desire to make a positive contribution through your work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Communications

• Produce engaging toolkit materials and copy for comms and website updates

• Write newsletters to community organisers for the Stronger Communities workstream (The Great Get Together, More in Common Network and the Connection Coalition)

• Work closely with the team on the production of content for social media

• Develop a process to capture stories from our organisers to promote externally

• Support the development of new communications material (such as promotional materials and supporter toolkits)

Administration

• Inbox management: be the first point of contact for all campaign enquiries, including managing the supporter inbox, dealing with enquiries and responding quickly and helpfully

• Be the main point of contact for our members and event organisers

• Assist in various operational tasks for campaign delivery

Partnerships and Relationship Building

• Assist on all aspects of important fundraising relationships from corporate and grant funders

• Support in partnership development (including developing partner resources, partnership evaluation, and ongoing relationship management)

• Support on media partnerships and liaise on press releases (including coordinating newsworthy events)

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

Essential

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills via phone, email and drafting formal written correspondence

• Experience of writing and producing engaging copy and content to inspire and educate a range of audiences 

• Experience providing efficient, high-quality administrative support to a busy team

• Adept at learning and using multiple software platforms (such as Microsoft, Nationbuilder, Ecanvasser, Salesforce, G Suites, Zoom etc)

• Proven experience of building relationships with a diverse variety of partners

• Experience supporting or coordinating projects or campaigns in a professional, educational or voluntary setting. 

The Jo Cox Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and we actively encourage applicants from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion both within our staff team and our community programmes. 

Job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics).  To ensure this, we use a blind recruitment process.

Along with our Flexible Working policy and Employee Assistance Programme, the Foundation strives to provide the support and adaptations needed for every employee to fulfil their role to the best of their ability. 

Policy and Communications Officer

Full time (37.5 hours per week)

£22,000-£25,00 depending on experience (plus £3000 London weighting if applicable)

Fixed term to March 2020, with the possibility of extension

Bristol, London or Remote, with some travel

The Role

The Drive Partnership programme of work has two main objectives. This post holder will support delivery of both objectives as part of the Communications, Policy and Public Affairs team:

1. Rolling out operational delivery of the Drive intervention in other areas of the country
2. A wider, national systems change programme to influence a transformation in the response to all perpetrators of domestic abuse across England and Wales.

Benefits include a generous package including: 25 days’ holiday a year and public holidays, employee pension scheme with 4% employer contribution, flexible working, Cycle to Work scheme and National Railcard.

If this challenge sounds as exciting to you as it does to us and you believe you have the qualities we have described, please take a look over the job description and submit a 500-word cover letter, CV and equal opportunity form.

Closing date: 22nd October 2020

SafeLives is a committed provider of equal opportunities for all, please see our job description for full details.

No agencies please.

Communications and Press Officer, London (initially remote based), Education Membership Body, £28,000

• Are you an experienced press and communications professional?
• Do you have a background in producing engaging and effective communications across varying channels?
• Would you like to work for a leading education membership body?

The Communications and Press Officer will be working closely with the Head of Communications and Public Affairs, in supporting the day-to-day delivery of the communications strategy in helping to maximise awareness of the organisation and their member's.

Main responsibilities:

• Producing compelling content that communicates the mission and helps to engage and influence key decision-makers
• Assisting in the delivery of communications plans and contributing to a range of outputs including drafting articles, blogs, web copy, newsletters, briefings, case studies and producing or sourcing accompanying multimedia content
• Media relations: Supporting the delivery of reactive and proactive media plans, identifying potential news stories, drafting press releases and responsive media comments, building own network of journalists and assist with media monitoring
• Digital/social: Strengthen on-line presence, overseeing the social media channels and website - producing or commissioning and delivering new digital and social media content, as needed
• Campaigns: Contributing to the development and delivery of campaign activity, working with member universities and other stakeholders to coordinate involvement, including sourcing and crafting case studies and developing messaging and content
• Events: Providing content and logistical support for a varied events programme, including the annual summit, ad hoc parliamentary events and quarterly communications and policy network meetings
• Public affairs: Supporting a programme of Parliamentary and stakeholder engagement and monitoring as well as the delivery of the organisation's influencing strategy

Person specification:

• Degree-level qualification and / or equivalent qualifications or experience
• Must have experience in a press / media handling / PR or communications/public affairs role
• Need excellent written and verbal communication skills - must be able to tailor writing to different audiences and media and communicate complex ideas into concise messaging
• Experience of developing communications materials and plans - must be able to create high quality, creative content for social and digital media
• Experience of media relations, including handling requests and pitching stories
• Experience of using InDesign would be highly appealing
• Knowledge and interest in the higher education sector would be desirable

What next?

An appointment is looking to be made quickly, with applications being reviewed on a rolling basis. As such this opportunity is liable to close at short notice so apply now to avoid disappointment! If you wanted to find out more about this Communications and Press Officer position, get in touch ASAP on the below:

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