Flexible working available. We are open to a wide range of locations and working patterns, please ask.  We have a Central London office where we’ll need you to be at least once a month.

About the Centre

We are the UK’s national body for wellbeing evidence and practice aiming to improve wellbeing in the UK through the use of evidence. The Centre is an independent collaborative organisation working to understand what governments, business, communities and people can do to improve wellbeing using research, data, professional experience and trying things out. 

• Our vision is of a future where the wellbeing of people and communities improves year on year and wellbeing inequalities are reduced. We believe that improving wellbeing is the ultimate objective of policy and community action.
• Our mission is to develop and share robust, accessible and useful evidence that governments, businesses, communities and people use to improve wellbeing across the UK.

Our approach is independent, evidence based, collaborative, practical, open and iterative.

About the role

We are looking for a values-driven communications leader and expert with a track record of developing and delivering communications strategies that make an impact. You’ll be motivated to join the Centre's mission to protect and improve wellbeing through better, evidence-informed policy and practice. 

You’ll be managing a communications officer, and a number of freelancers who we work closely with to create awesome publications, digital products, and drive digital and media dissemination.The communications team is closely integrated with our evidence, implementation, and governance teams.

Top priorities

1. Help us get louder about our impact. To enhance the impact of our major campaigns and social change projects through securing national and regional broadcast and print coverage, integrating digital mobilisation and social media into campaign strategy.
2. Delivering high quality publications and products. To drive a step change in engagement through our weekly blog, research findings, social media, online learning, videos, digital hub, and so on to target audiences across public, private, and voluntary sectors.

Main responsibilities

Leadership and strategy

• Contribute to the development and delivery of strategy and priorities as a member of the senior leadership team.
• Lead the design and delivery of a communications strategy for internal and external audiences that delivers on mission and priorities.
• Strong understanding of collaboration and stakeholder engagement. 

Identity and message

• Manage a compelling organisation identity and narrative, driven by an understanding of audience needs.
• Embed this identity and related messages and voices into communication with all partners including through press, website, and internal communications.
• Collaborate across the Centre on design and delivery of a high-quality communication strategy to engage target audiences for effective knowledge use.

Impact

• Support the evidence and implementation teams from start to finish to lead on communications planning, product management, and dissemination of a range of outputs for different Centre audiences.
• Enable, through the team, the delivery of high-quality communications support for dissemination and engagement activities including press, social media, creative content and digital mobilisation.
• Lead on the Centre’s learning, testing, and adapting communication processes, products, and channels in response to user analytics.

Project, finance, people management and teamwork 

• Confident product and project management skills across a shifting portfolio of activities. 
• Manage the communications budget and contribute to Centre business planning and monitoring.
• Line management and management of freelancers.
• Ability to work as part of a team and as a senior leader within it.

Person specification

Experience

• Experience of communications areas including press and media, internal engagement, campaign and influencing, digital, public affairs, brand and reputation management.
• At least five years in a senior communications position developing and delivering communications strategy with impact and demonstrable results.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, juggling competing demands.
• It is desirable that you have experience leading a communications function or team, especially in a small team with big impact.

Skills and knowledge

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing a website, ideally on a WordPress platform.
• Experience using digital analytics to understand and improve experience for users, e.g. Google analytics.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Ability to develop impactful and accurate messaging and narratives from different types of research.
• Knowledge of digital platforms and how they relate to engagement and outreach.
• At least a basic understanding of creative tools, such as Adobe CC.

Values

• A strong desire for evidence-informed change to value wellbeing as a policy and practice outcome.
• Appetite for both strategic leadership and some hands-on delivery.
• Respect for a wide diversity of people, approaches, and perspectives.
• A strong team leader, adaptable and flexible in approach.
• Self-motivated and accountable.

About the Freedom Fund

The Freedom Fund is a leader in the global movement to end slavery. It:

• Invests in those countries and sectors with the greatest incidence of slavery.
• Analyses which interventions work best and shares that knowledge.
• Brings together a community of activists committed to ending slavery and empowered by the knowledge of how best to do so.
• Generates funding by demonstrating how effective interventions can protect those at risk of being enslaved and free those in slavery.
• The Freedom Fund now has programs in India, Ethiopia, Thailand, Nepal, Brazil and Myanmar and will open new programmes in Indonesia and Bangladesh in 2021. It currently supports and funds over 140 partners around the world.
• Our Vision is a world free of slavery and our Mission to mobilise the knowledge, capital and will needed to end slavery.

About the position:

Increasingly we recognise the power of great communications to drive change. The incoming Head of
Communications will lead the evolution of the Freedom Fund’s communications efforts, as we strive to not
only reach ever wider and more inclusive audiences, but also to engage and activate them. Reporting to
the Director of North America, the Head of Communications will lead our external engagement with media
and shape our global communications strategy. This individual will be the first person in this role and as
such, will have the ability to carve the path forward for the Freedom Fund with an ambitious
communications strategy.

We are looking for someone who will be able to create and promote the organization’s strategy internally
while simultaneously driving it forward externally. This individual will need to be an experienced strategic
leader who can create strong alignment between organizational strategy, external relations, and
communications tactics and execution. This position also requires skills with building relationships and
working cross-functionally.

Inheriting a “small but mighty” communications team, the individual will bring an orientation toward growth
and development of the team.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of our global communications strategy.
• Develop and execute creative and powerful media strategies that elevate our brand, engage potential donors and advocates, and showcase the dynamic model and work of the Freedom Fund.
• Develop and cultivate close relationships with key editors, journalists and influencers at relevant outlets.
• In coordination with the Partnerships and Programs teams, design and implement effective outreach strategies for engaging new audiences, prospective donors and deepening relationships with current supporters.
• Lead the creation of high-quality media materials, including press releases, pitches, bylines, briefing notes and media follow up.
• Develop and implement an effective strategy for leveraging social media and other digital communications to enhance the Freedom Fund’s brand and further our strategic goals.
• Develop internal resources (including speakers) so we are able to powerfully present the Freedom Fund externally.
• Identify and secure thought leadership opportunities across the organization, including bylines, speaking and executive personal branding opportunities.
• Manage one full-time direct report (based in the US), freelance designers, photographers, videographers, printers, and other independent contractors.
• Expand key performance indicators and further current analytics to show the effectiveness of the Freedom Fund’s communications activities to allow for continued improvement of strategy and tactics.

Qualifications and experience:
Essential:

• At least 5 years of experience in a professional environment with a focus on external communications.
• Excellent people and project management skills, including staff development and agency/vendor management.
• Innovative thinker, with a track record of translating strategic thinking into action plans and output.
• Strong experience in crafting effective media hooks, identifying PR opportunities, and conducting media landscape analysis, including an ability to judge and implement tactics and campaigns that will attract local, national and international press attention.
• Past experience in speaking to and creating messaging for American audiences and working with US based media.
• Passion for storytelling and being part of a growing organization.
• Collegiate approach able to engage and support colleagues to effectively represent the Freedom Fund externally including with media.
• Excellent planning, project management and organizational skills, so as to manage multiple priorities at once, while also retaining a thorough attention to detail.
• Outstanding ability to develop key relationships and strategic partners, around both communications and/or fundraising opportunities.
• Intellectually curious - constantly seeking to understand and internalize various subject areas of a complex model.
• Ability to travel to New York frequently to work with the rest of the team.
• Entitled to work in the United Kingdom without work permit sponsorship from the Freedom Fund.

Desirable:

• Managerial experience
• Experience in the anti-trafficking, international development or human rights sectors would be highly valued, as well as some partnership experience.

Personal Attributes:

Essential:

• A commitment to the Freedom Fund’s vision, mission, values and goals, with a passion to work in promoting human rights around the world
• A willingness to work as part of a team in a cooperative and supportive way
• A commitment to excellence and a relentless pursuit of results, a self-starter with an exceptional work ethic, strong organisational skills and a can-do attitude
• Ability to build relationships with a wide range of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently, displaying strong initiative in solving day-to-day problems with limited direction.
• An entrepreneurial drive and exceptional attention to detail
• A willingness to undertake careful planning, and to manage multiple activities under pressure and with high levels of precision
• Ability to make critical judgments, solve problems and to be resourceful
• Ability to motivate and support direct reports and build a high functioning team.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and internationally.

Compensation:

• £62,000 - £70,000 per annum pro rata, plus 10% non-contributory pension scheme.
• 25 days holiday pro rata, plus public holidays.
• Season ticket loan and cycle scheme available.

Job Summary

The Communications Lead will be responsible for the delivery of Gaddum’s communication and engagement strategy. This post working closely with the Head of Development & Innovation will lead on communications for the charity. This position will be in charge of producing high-quality virtual & written content that engages both internal & external stakeholders and builds on brand recognition.

Job Purpose

Working closing with the Head of Development & Innovation this post will develop and coordinate the communication and engagement strategy for the charity. It will be responsible for creating informative content, press releases, articles and media opportunities to promote Gaddum’s brand and services. This role will also lead on internal messages and staff wellbeing.

We are a medium-sized charity looking for an experienced Communications Manager to work in a high profile and fast-moving narrative. We work in a high-pressured environment, so a calm resilience is important. You’ll value collaboration and will be a natural communicator and digital expert. If you understand how to use audience insights, the importance of value-based messaging, why storytelling matters and have a strong understanding of the role of digital in changing attitudes, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Description

Develop and implement a digital communications strategy for Care4Calais across social media, website and email marketing, to achieve greater visibility and engagement.

Responsibilities will include

• Day-to-day management and content creation for social media channels, increasing reach across Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 
• Regularly updating the website, creating trusted, informative and up-to-date content.
• Using analytics to continuously evaluate the digital strategy and advise the wider team. 
• Increase awareness of Care4Calais and refugee protection issues.  Keep up to date with sector developments and promote pro-migration messaging. 
• Work with our volunteers and partners on the ground to identify storytelling opportunities. 
• Stay up to date on developments with digital technology, identifying new opportunities.

The ideal person

• Understanding of and empathy with the refugee and migration sector and experience working with sensitive and politically controversial topics. 
• Up-to-date knowledge of content and social strategy, user experience principles and emerging digital trends. Demonstrated experience managing social media channels and content management systems. 
• Skilled copywriter, with an ability to translate complex and sensitive narratives into easily accessible stories. 
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with ability to negotiate and manage multiple priorities - practical, pragmatic and effective.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, influencing and problem-solving skills
• Excellent coaching skills

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

About T1International
T1International is a non-profit run by people with and impacted by type 1 diabetes for people with type 1 diabetes. We do not accept funding from the pharmaceutical industry or any medical device manufacturer to maintain our independence and ability to speak out freely.

T1International is leading the charge in the fight for affordable insulin and supplies worldwide. We believe in a world where everyone with type 1 diabetes has the opportunity to thrive, with affordable and sustainable access to the medicine and supplies they need. We are an international organisation, founded in the UK. We are patient-led in our work and values, and our team and community reflect a range of allies from caregivers, to parents, to partners, to those committed to health equity work.

We became a registered UK Charity in 2016 and then in 2019, T1International USA was established as a financially independent organisation that works as a subdivision of T1International. All macro-level strategy and leadership is led by the global T1International UK team. T1International and T1International USA are both purely remote teams, with staff throughout the United States and abroad. T1I is a remote office environment; you will collaborate with colleagues and advocates who are based across the United Kingdom and the United States.

T1International is also a woman-led organisation that celebrates equity, diversity, and inclusiveness on our team, with our volunteers, and among our partners. We strongly encourage candidates who identify as people of colour, people with disabilities, LGBTQ, and/or gender non-conforming to apply.

About the role

The role of the Communications Manager will be to support our team in all things communication across the organisation to amplify our advocacy efforts around the world. This is a new role at T1International, taking on the work previously done by the Executive Director and informed by a recent assessment of our organisational needs.

This role will supervise a US-based Communications Coordinator who will primarily be focused on US communications in support of our 38 state Chapters and our organisational advocacy work. Therefore, it is important that the Communications Manager be flexible and willing to occasionally work later hours to ensure the Communications Coordinator is supported. The person taking on this role should be prepared to build upon our existing systems and processes to formalise this role, while maintaining strong attention to detail and executing exceptional communication skills to ensure the success of the organisation’s communications, advocacy and fundraising efforts.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Oversight (25%)

• Owns and leads Communications Team Meetings
• Creates organisational communications objectives
• Establishes metrics and systems for monitoring and evaluating the success of social media and other campaigns
• Reviews and updates planning documents and Communications related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure clarity for the team and cohesion with other staff teams (i.e. Fundraising)
• Advances T1I’s equity and inclusion commitments by building equity into the communications strategy, including engagement with less represented populations to ensure full representation across the diversity of the diabetes community

Campaigns & Content (25%)

• Owns and leads organisational campaign strategies
• Partners with Development Director (UK based) and Development Manager (US based) on Fundraising Campaigns with regular cross-team meetings
• Works closely with Communications Coordinator (US based) and Supporter Engagement Coordinator (UK based) to ensure fundraising communications are strong
• Draft educational materials and resources for our advocates around the world
• Lead on creation of action alerts and newsletters in coordination and with the team

Press (20%)

• Owns and delivers a media strategy for the press, including a review of media contacts to better understand personalities, response preferences, and how they do business
• Creates relevant press releases and statements, ensuring rapid response protocols are utilised to make the most of events and media opportunities
• Co-manages the team Press inbox with the Communications Coordinator, including weekend monitoring

Social Media (20%)

• Oversees and reports on analytics and social media monthly and annual stats
• Utilises Facebook ads and other promotional tools to best reach new audiences
• Finalises social media tools for advocates in the USA and beyond, including items like the team press calendar and a graphics review and approval process for our Chapters
• Creates graphics and other content, including copy drafting

Website (10%)

• Manages the T1International website and liaises with the web developer on backend coding and updates, and and works with other key consultants where relevant
• Builds out a communication strategy for blog posts to ensure they support our global work and vision, including managing the post proposal and execution process
• Carries out comprehensive review of website to refresh content and ensure best use of layout, resources, etc.

Person Specifications

• 3–5 years demonstrated experience in communications, preferably health-related and working with small teams
• Direct personal experience with diabetes from a community that is underrepresented in the diabetes space preferred
• Strong understanding of the lived experience, including management, treatment, terminology and impacts, of type 1 diabetes (and other types of diabetes); and a passion for patient issues and the need to bring the patient voice to the forefront
• Comfortable executing big-picture communications strategy and detailed plans, and moving between these levels including familiarity or experience with a range of communications tools and approaches
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills; keen attention to detail; ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects at various stages of completion with minimal direct supervision
• Is able to prioritise, work independently with deadlines and goals, think critically, and problem-solve with good, independent judgement
• Good problem-solving skills and a positive, ‘let’s make this work’ attitude with sound judgment, flexibility, determination, and good humor within a young and growing team and organisation
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, including writing/editing experience
• Strong virtual presentation, training, and facilitation skills with an emphasis on inclusion/equity
• Ambitious, creative, and results-oriented initiative and a desire to learn, pitch-in, and anticipate new projects; ability to collaborate, including working closely with staff and volunteer team within T1I, as well as with external partners
• As a supportive external ambassador of the organisation, represent T1I to key external constituencies; this includes both formal and informal presentations such as making speeches, talking to the press and engaging with the community
• An absolute commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards
• A full understanding of T1International's mission, vision and approach to sustainable change
• Excels with online tools including Google Workspace, social media, and database programs, including working knowledge and experience with Salesforce, desirable
• Fluent in English, with fluency in another language besides English preferred

Hours and Expectations

• T1I is a purely remote office environment; you should be prepared to either work from home or a location of your choosing.
• You will collaborate with colleagues and advocates who are based across the US and the UK in a variety of time zones, including managing a US based employee.
• Currently, all work is done virtually through video calls and meetings, Slack, and email support. Once it is safe to travel, you may take several domestic trips throughout the year to meet with the team or supporters.
• The role requires flexibility as there are several monthly meetings and calls with team members or supporters on weeknights and very occasionally, on weekends.

To Apply
Please visit our website and send the following to Executive Director, Elizabeth Pfiester:

1. CV (2 pages max)
2. Cover Letter addressing person specifications (2 pages max)
3. A sample of material(s) of no more than two pages that you have created that best describes your relevant experience

As a patient-centered organisation, we especially encourage people who have type 1 diabetes to apply. We are also an equal opportunity employer, are committed to racial equity and social justice, and we encourage people of color, women, trans, disabled, and/or other minority groups to apply.

Process
Ideal candidates will be available to start as soon as possible. Applications received by March 31st will be prioritised and we will contact candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will likely include a phone screening, at least two video interviews by Google Meet, a task based exercise related to this role and your experience, as well as reference checks.

I'm eager to speak to a confident, pro-active individual who is passionate about tackling the climate emergency. As Digital Communications Executive you will be responsible for creating, coordinating and promoting exciting and impactful content across all digital channels. You will also work to keep the charity's website up to date through regular content edits and uploads, assisting with the planning and creation of new pages and features.

Together with colleagues across the Communications Team you will work on all aspects of planning, creating and editing creative content, including blogs, website copy, social media, graphics and videos. You will also assist with paid media campaigns, community engagement and theediting and design of promotional and technical materials such as brochures, guides and infographics.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in managing social media channels, have excellent copywriting and editing skills and the ability to create & edit multimedia content. Knowledge of SEO and experience in editing or maintaining a website is also key.

If you're passionate about digital communications and the environment, please do get in touch for more information!

Please note, only suitable candidates will be contacted.

Norwood is looking for an experienced, creative and highly motivated Head of Marketing & Communications to join our senior management team. You will lead and develop the marketing and communications strategy at a pivotal time in Norwood’s 225-year history, building on our reputation as an innovative and high-quality service provider as we work to transform the lives of children and families facing social, emotional or mental health challenges and children and adults with learning disabilities or autism into the future.

You will be responsible for driving stakeholder engagement and well as supporting income generation on which our vital work depends. The right person will enjoy working as part of a team and be adept at juggling competing priorities. You’ll feel comfortable dealing with a wide range of stakeholders, from our service users, care staff and Trustees to journalists, donors and our volunteers.  Working closely with our Director of Transformation, you’ll implement and establish a range of KPIs to measure the effectiveness of our communications activity in a challenging and competitive market.

Some of the Main Responsibilities

1. Develop and oversee the implementation of Norwood’s Marketing and Communications Strategy, in order to strengthen Norwood’s position as a leading Jewish charity across all our stakeholder groups, internal and external. In addition to the charity’s general marketing activity, this includes public and media relations, press statements and crisis management

2. Together with the Senior Marketing Manager, set and monitor the annual marketing budget. To hold overall responsibility for the department’s budget and leveraging it to its fullest potential

3. Develop an excellent knowledge of Norwood services to

• benchmark the organisation in the marketplace

• identify Norwood’s USP and differentiators

• effectively position Norwood as a ‘go to’ organisation for children and families facing challenges in their lives and for anyone of any age with a learning disability or autism

4. Oversee Norwood’s website and intranet to ensure clear, engaging and succinct messaging for all those who use our digital platforms.

5. Set strategic direction and assist the Senior Marketing Manager in developing creative briefs for the editorial, design, production and distribution of Norwood’s internal and external communications.

Essential Requirements:

• Demonstrable extensive skills, knowledge and experience in the design and execution of marketing campaigns, communications and public relations activities in busy environment with multiple stakeholders

• Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organisational and sales skills.

• Experience of developing and managing budgets, training, developing, supervising and appraising marketing teams

• Experience of developing and implementing an External and Internal Communications strategy

• Demonstrable successful experience of developing compelling external content

• Experience overseeing the design and production of campaigns and content from brief, implementation and review

• Ability to manage multiple projects with responsiveness to emerging priorities

Incentives:

• The opportunity to work for a leading UK charity

• Competitive salary & benefits package

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• 1pm finish on a Friday

• A challenging and varied role

• A supportive team

• Additional leave during Jewish festivals

Norwood is committed to offering high quality, continuous professional development for our staff.

Please note: We reserve the right to close the advert, once we receive sufficient applications, so recommend an early application. For a full Job Description please contact us.

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure.

Patron: Her Majesty The Queen.

Registered Charity No: 1059050.

This is a hybrid role, assuming the management responsibilities of the current Digital Marketing Manager (DMM) for three months (Aug-Oct) while she is on maternity leave and then playing a crucial role in content creation and social media monitoring during our peak campaign period (Nov-Jan) when the DMM has returned to work.

We are looking for an enthusiastic social media guru with extensive line management experience who can hit the ground running. We are seeking someone who has painstaking attention to detail, a gifted eye for design and can confidently lead our digital marketing strategy in the run-up to our 2022 campaign as well as create engaging content throughout the campaign.

Please read the attached job description for further details on the requirements for this exciting position!

Application Process:

Please click 'apply' where you will be redirected to the Breathe platform to apply. Your application must include your CV and a cover letter of no more than 1000 words by Friday 30th April at 23:59 GMT that answers the following questions:

• How did you find out about this role?
• Why do you want to work for Veganuary?
• What will you bring to our charity?
• When can you start?
• What is your salary expectation?

When using the application platform, please ensure that you click 'upload' for each document you would like to attach, before clicking 'finish your application'.

As an inclusive employer, reasonable adjustments can be made to allow any who require additional support to apply for this role. Please get in touch with us if you require such support. 

Thank you for your interest in Veganuary!

Please ensure that you state all relevant experience, skills, and personal motivations in your covering letter! Candidates who don't submit a covering letter will not be considered for the role.

Who we are

Drive Forward Foundation is an award-winning charity that enables young people with a background in (foster, residential, kinship) care to achieve their full potential through sustainable and fulfilled employment, education, and training.

Working with young people aged 13 – 26, we are a vibrant and committed team who love what we do. We’re looking for a creative Communications Manager to help us engage with more young people, and the people who can support them, through our digital channels as well as in press and broadcast media.

If you’re passionate about helping young people get on in life, and can identify with the aims of our charity we’d love you to join our small, successful team.

Who you are & what to expect

Working alongside the Director of Fundraising & Communications, you will play a pivotal role in the development of a comprehensive cross-organisational communications strategy. Collaborating with members of the team, you will devise and deliver quality content using video, audio, and excellent written skills with the aim of increasing the charity’s overall profile and furthering the aims of our Political Engagement work. 

You will be a self-starter as well as a team player, with proven experience of media and public relations, and confidence in producing great content and running social media channels.

If you think you have the skills and want to join a team as dynamic as you are – we look forward to hearing from you.

Your main duties

• Social media and website management: copywriting; blogging; visual design; video/audio; scheduling; analytics; community engagement; maintenance; 
• Compiling the charity’s monthly newsletter; 
• Storytelling: Sourcing and communicating beneficiary stories using various media/channels; 
• Co-manage our podcast: sourcing interviewees; conducting interviews; editing; distribution; 
• Media and PR: writing press releases and effectively engaging with the media/journalists; building a story archive and supporting individuals preparing for media engagements; media monitoring for relevant topics/issues; 
• Liaising with the team to create marketing materials when needed; 
• Supporting fundraising activities and events; 
• Be a ‘face of the charity’ as required at external events 

Person Specifications & Essential Experience/Skills

• A can-do attitude and willingness to support your colleagues
• Forward planning to maximize comms opportunities
• Excellent writing skills able to write copy for a variety of audiences
• Experience of making digital content - Video/audio editing skills and knowledge of relevant tools
• Social media management of several channels, driving engagement, and analytics
• Experience of creating PR stories/press releases and selling them to the media
• A solid understanding of the media landscape and how to target them
• Excellent organisational skills

Desirable Experience

• Knowledge of UK political system and a keen interest in current affairs
• Past campaigning experience in a similar area of policy
• Experience of working with young people/disadvantaged groups
• Knowledge of SEO and website management
• Experience working with Google Analytics and Google AdWords

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Keeping in mind that approximately 70% of our clients are from a BAME background, we highly encourage BAME candidates to apply.

Recruitment process

After reviewing your CV and covering letter, we may invite you to complete a task. This is your opportunity to showcase your skills and give us a better idea of how you'd approach this role.

Based on how you did on your task, we may then invite you for an interview, during which you'll have a chance to convince us that you're the best fit for the job and our charity.

We further encourage you to link to previous work that you think accurately showcases your skills and experience.

This is a new and exciting role which will lead and develop the communications and marketing strategy for the organisation, driving stakeholder engagement and working collaboratively across the charity. You will be responsible for raising awareness of our helpline, patient projects and our policy work, building on our excellent relationships externally.

Please provide a covering letter to your CV outlining your experience for this role.  Interviews will be held on the 4th May 2021

Right to Succeed is a fast-growing national charity, working to deliver place-based and educational change in the most disadvantaged communities. Together, alongside their local and national partners, Right to Succeed delivers coordinated, impactful programmes aimed at improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people, their families and wider communities. 

We are now recruiting a talented Communications Manager with impeccable organisational skills, and the confidence to take the lead on communications for a fast-growing charity. You will be responsible for developing and implementing a communications plan that will allow the charity to deliver on its communications strategy.

This is a new role in the charity and as such, would suit someone with experience working in an effective communications team, who can develop processes and embed them across the organisation. The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator, who is good at building and managing relationships. 

To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a supporting statement detailing how you meet the requirements of the person specification via Charity Jobs.
 

About MHFA England

MHFA England is a social enterprise and the leading provider of mental health skills and awareness training courses in England. Our vision is to improve the health of the nation, through normalising society’s attitudes and behaviours around mental health, by developing the skills we need to look after our own and others’ wellbeing. Learn about our social mission and our history by reading our 'what we do section' on our website.

We are a friendly, dynamic, fast-paced organisation and we strive to be an exemplary health and wellbeing employer.  We are launching an ambitious Digital Transformation Programme to seamlessly connect and engage Customers, Clients, Members and Staff and support our mission to train 1:10 of the population in mental health knowledge and skills.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an individual who can plan, develop and deliver a membership and staff communications plan that is aligned with MHFA England’s membership engagement plan and people plan and support external communications activity. The role has a focus on Instructor Member, supporter and staff communications. It is also responsible for supporting wider communications and campaign initiatives. All activity will be delivered in line with MHFA England’s vision, mission and commercial and brand strategy.

You will be able to:

• Manage the development and delivery of a communications plan for MHFA England’s membership, to support commercial revenue targets and impact goals.
• Manage the development and delivery of an internal communications plan and calendar for MHFA England’s staff to support the organisation’s people plan.
• Work with the Head of Communications and Campaigns to translate communications and campaigns insight to inform and shape strategic planning.
• Day to day management of assigned budget to ensure that activity is in line with agreed plans. 
• Provide regular, insight driven and outcome focused reporting for the directorate.
• Track, analyse and optimise campaigns and activity to inform decision making and ensure maximum return on investment.

You will have:

• Communications and campaigns management experience 
• Experience of membership and internal communications 

Essential skills:

• Exceptional copywriting, editing and proofreading skills 
• Speech and brief writing skills
• Relationship management and networking skills 
• Ability to manage workload independently
• Analytical skills in data management, research and reporting
• Experience of working with CRM and CMS to deliver campaign activity 

Looking after you

Wellbeing is at the heart of all that we do and say, we are friendly and supportive organisation. We are committed to rewarding our employees with competitive pay, a flexible and supportive workplace, opportunities to grow and develop, and our promise that we will put your wellbeing first.

What we offer:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Two wellbeing breaks, in summer and winter
• Free Mental Health First Aid training
• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24-hour helpline from Health Assured, occupational health and counselling
• Free flu jab to protect your health in winter

Employee benefits after probation period:

• Investing in your professional development, including qualifications and mentoring
• Death-in-service and critical illness cover
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Free eye test and £55 towards glasses
• Cycle to work scheme with an interest free loan to buy a bicycle
• Matched pension scheme (up to 5%)
• Flexible working hours and access to flexible ways of working
• Commitment to volunteering
• Fun Club, festive events and celebration
• Team lunches and events
• 'Bonusly' employee recognition and reward scheme

Interested? How to apply

For the full job description and person specification please see the attached documents./ Go to our website for further information.

To apply please submit a covering letter and CV demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role. The closing date for applications is Sunday 25th April 2021.

Interviews will be held week commencing 3rd May 2021.

Mental Health First Aid England is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or those who are pregnant or on maternity leave. We are especially keen to encourage applications from people currently under-represented within the organisation, these include but are not limited to those from the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background.

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Role: Marketing and Communications Manager (Maternity Cover)

Salary: £26,000 – £28,000

6-12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Responsible to: Director of Income Generation

Responsible for staff: N/A

Location: Head Office, Buckfastleigh

Scope and Purpose:

The postholder is responsible for marketing and communications activities, guiding the external voice and inspiring action to support the strategic objectives of the charity and increasing brand awareness across the UK.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead all charity marketing and communications activity to support Go Beyond’s strategy and objectives. Design internal and external marketing and communications materials, commissioning and briefing external designers as required.
• Support the charity’s Senior Leadership Team with communications, marketing and media advice as required.
• Create, edit, proofread and co-ordinate the creation of internal and external marketing and communications materials, including the bi-annual Go Beyond magazine, supporting team members to produce their own materials where appropriate.
• Develop and oversee marketing plans to support income generation and awareness raising activity across fundraising and retail.
• Maintain, review, and develop the Go Beyond website to grow audiences, increase awareness and raise funds in line with charity’s strategic objectives.
• Lead on the creation of content and development of all social media accounts, growing audiences, engagement, and donations.
• Create and send all Go Beyond’s e-newsletters, managing and growing the subscriber base.
• Act as brand manager for Go Beyond, ensuring that the organisation is using the brand and messaging consistently.
• Manage the collation of internal data to provide statistics, quotes, and photos to support and endorse communications.
• Develop strong stories and cases for support which link closely with the fundraising objectives of the organisation.
• Create Press Releases ensuring key messages and brand is delivered and be first point of call for all press enquiries.
• Regularly secure press coverage across all formats promoting the charity in local, regional, and national media, trade press and other relevant publications and channels, acting as a spokesperson for the charity where required.
• Create a good network of media contacts and develop both national and regional networks.
• Organise and manage photo shoots, press calls, and press events where required.
• Account manage existing Go Beyond’s Patrons and Ambassadors ensuring that timely communication and requests are made, maximising opportunities for the charity.
• Approach and secure new patrons and one-off celebrity supporters to enhance Go Beyond profile when appropriate.
• Work with marketing and communications volunteers to support activity where required.

General Duties:

• Positively promote the work of Fundraising, Retail and Go Beyond both internally and externally, and be a representative at meetings, stewardship, or cultivation events.
• Willingness to travel if needed, as required to support meetings or to achieve agreed objectives.
• Willingness to work unsocial hours, including evenings, weekends and occasionally stay overnight.
• To work in line with the Go Beyond Mission, Vision, and Values at all times, working with others to provide a supportive, responsive, environment and services.
• To present a positive image of Go Beyond at all times, through every aspect of your work.
• To ensure that all Go Beyond policies, procedures, and agreed protocols are adhered to.
• To contribute to the planning, review, monitoring and reporting processes and activities.
• To participate in team meetings and activities and represent Go Beyond at other meetings as agreed.
• To respect the rights of individuals by maintaining confidentiality and working in line with data protection legislation.
• To attend training courses as identified and agreed for appropriate development.
• To undertake other duties not specifically stated above, which from time to time are necessary without altering the nature or level of responsibility involved.
• To make a commitment to improving Go Beyond environmental impact by means of energy saving and recycling in the workplace.

Person Specification:

• A minimum of two years’ experience in a marketing or communications environment.
• Understanding of the changing principals of digital marketing and communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to establish and manage relationships with a wide variety of people.
• Experience of writing copy for a variety of audiences.
• Experience of managing an organisation’s digital marketing channels including
  e-newsletters (such as Mailchimp), CMS, social media channels and scheduling platforms.
• Experience of working with the media.
• Good creative design skills including use of Adobe InDesign and Illustrator.
• Experience producing and editing films.
• Understanding of relevant legislation affecting fundraising and marketing (data regulations).
• A persuasive and engaging communicator with the ability to adapt the message to the audience.
• Strong written skills plus the self-confidence to establish and manage relationships.
• A self-starter, using your own initiative, with good self-management skills.
• Target driven, positive, problem solving attitude and determination to succeed.
• Excellent attention to detail, including financial control, project management and the ability to adhere to deadlines.
• Good computer skills with the ability to use client relationship management database software.
• Ability to show a commitment to professional standards and apply industry best practice to all aspects of the role.
• Full Drivers Licence and access to a car is essential.

We will be reviewing applications as soon as they come in so please ensure that you act quickly if you are interested in this post. Go Beyond reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date specified, should we find the suitable candidate.

Go Beyond recognise the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

HOPE not hate is the UK’s leading anti-fascist campaign group. Our communications work has told the story of HOPE not hate foiling a murder plot, provides vital intelligence to media outlets, and how our work in schools counters prejudice and hate. 

On this page you’ll find details of what the role entails, the kind of person we’re looking for, and how to apply.

We’re looking for a press and media specialist to join our Campaigns and Communications team of six. You’ll be solely responsible for using the media to best tell our story, promote our work and generate coverage which will further our goals. This is a campaigning role that will suit someone with an eye for detail, and an eye for a good story, and the drive to get results.

If you’re passionate about pushing back the rise of the far right and building hope, enjoy developing and building relationships with the media, crafting and placing impactful stories, and maintaining the high profile of an organisation like ours, we want to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing in this role

Working as a member of our Campaigns and Communications team, this role includes:

• Working with your existing network of journalists, opinion writers and influencers, you will be responsible for ensuring HOPE not hate generates a high volume of exceptional media coverage exposing and disrupting the far right and promoting our values and objectives.

• Being the primary source of HOPE not hate’s news coverage. You will get under the hood of every part of the organisation and generate powerful stories about our wide range of activities to counter the far right, our work to build community resilience, and our efforts to counter radicalisation amongst young people through education and training.

• Taking in-depth research and translating it into stories that help explain our work, viewpoint and analysis in accessible and interesting ways.

• Helping to lead our rapid response efforts, proactively monitoring media output that is relevant to our work to keep the rest of the team abreast of developments, and leading interventions, from statements and quotes through to directly engaging with journalists and influencers over Twitter.

What we think you’ll need to be able to do the job

We expect applicants to show a range of experiences:

• 2-3 years in campaign group comms, journalism, political comms or a similar environment which demonstrates your ability to do this job.
• A great understanding of how the media works and an exceptional news sense. You will not be afraid of pushing back on bad ideas and tenaciously driving forward good ones. You get a buzz from securing coverage.
• The ability to read in-depth reports and research and translate the content into media-friendly briefings, identifying what the media needs and getting it for them.
• 100% commitment to HOPE not hate’s values and objectives, a dynamic, self-starting and ambitious personality, ready to take on the far right through the British media.

You will have emotional resilience to work in a field that involves challenging content, good political judgement and awareness and the ability to work under pressure and reduced timescales. 

We believe that our work will be at its best if it is created by people with a range of backgrounds and experiences. We are keen to interview people who will add diversity to our team. We are an antifascist organisation, which strives to be an effective ally in the wider fight against racism and inequity. 

Applications close on 20 April at 23.59. Please apply on our website using the link below.