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ALDER HEY CHILDRENS CHARITY

Job title: PR, Communications & VIP Engagement Manager

Salary: £39,428-£50,450

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Mix of home working and office based (office is at Alder Hey, Liverpool). Hybrid working available.

About us

Alder Hey Children’s Charity raises vital funds to help make Alder Hey Children’s Hospital a truly world-class, patient-friendly hospital for the 450,000 patients and families we care for every year.

The charity helps to fund a range of activities and projects that are designed to enhance and improve the lives of our amazing young patients. This includes the funding of specialist medical equipment to ensure our brilliant surgeons and clinical staff have the most up to date and cutting edge technology available and funding hi-tech distraction equipment designed and proven to reduce pain and anxiety in our patients. We also fund a range of programmes and special projects such as our ward musicians, our on-site magician and the play specialists we have on every ward.

About this role

Are you passionate about using the power of storytelling, media and influential voices to create lasting change for children and young people?

This is an exciting opportunity to join Alder Hey Children's Charity as our Communications, PR & VIP Engagement Manager, helping us deliver our vision of a healthier, happier and fairer future for every child and young person.

Every day, Alder Hey Children's Charity works to create magical moments, fund pioneering research, invest in world-leading innovation and champion better health and wellbeing for children. As part of our ambitious team, you'll play a vital role in sharing these stories, inspiring support and helping more people understand the difference they can make.

You'll lead the Charity's public relations, media and VIP engagement programme, developing creative campaigns that raise awareness, strengthen our reputation and grow our impact. Working alongside colleagues across fundraising, marketing, advocacy and Trust communications, you'll secure high-profile media coverage and build meaningful relationships with celebrities, ambassadors, influencers and public figures who share our passion for improving children's lives.

This is a varied and rewarding role that combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You'll help shape how the Charity is seen, ensure our incredible stories reach new audiences and harness the support of influential advocates to drive fundraising, awareness and policy change.

If you're an experienced communications professional with outstanding media instincts, exceptional relationship-building skills and a passion for making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities will include:

· Leading the Charity's PR and media programme, identifying and delivering proactive communications opportunities that raise awareness, strengthen our reputation and showcase the impact of our work.

· Developing engaging communications and storytelling across press, digital and campaign channels, ensuring consistent messaging that supports fundraising, advocacy and organisational priorities.

· Building and nurturing relationships with celebrities, ambassadors, VIP supporters and media contacts, creating meaningful partnerships that champion Alder Hey Children's Charity and inspire wider support.

· Planning and delivering high-profile visits, events and campaign moments, working collaboratively across the Charity and Trust to create memorable, safe and impactful experiences.

· Working closely with colleagues across fundraising, marketing, advocacy and Trust Communications to deliver integrated campaigns, maximise opportunities and protect the Charity's reputation.

· Monitoring and evaluating communications and VIP engagement activity, using insight and learning to continually improve our impact, profile and supporter experience.

Other Duties  

• Be an outstanding advocate for Alder Hey Children’s Charity in line with the core values of the organisation. 

• Be an active and supportive member of the Alder Hey Children’s Charity team, contributing to the team’s development and working collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers.

• Attend and support events run by fundraising teams where required, including occasional out-of-hours working. 

• Gain and maintain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the charity’s work, priorities and future plans. 

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information.

Our Values

At Alder Hey Children’s Charity, our values guide how we work. Being courageous, working together, showing passion and embracing creativity enables us to support the hospital in delivering the very best care for young patients and their families.

Courage

We try new things, take risks and innovate. We speak up, take accountability and act with responsibility.

Together

We work as one team, sharing knowledge and learning. We partner with patients, families, supporters and colleagues.

Passion

We are passionate about what we do and inspire others.

Magic

We are creative, fun and child-led, creating special moments and going the extra mile.

Additional Information

In April 2025, the charity adopted a four-day working week policy. Staff previously working 37.5 hours now work 30 hours across four days, maintaining full pay while supporting a better work-life balance.

This job description outlines the general nature of the role and is not exhaustive. It may be subject to change in line with organisational needs.

Alder Hey Children’s Charity will make reasonable adjustments where required and is committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

The post holder will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure check.

How to apply

You can apply by clicking the link below. Applications must include your CV and a covering letter (no more than one side of A4) which answers the following questions:

· How do you meet the person specification? If you don’t exactly meet all of the role requirements but have transferable skills please do consider applying and provide details as part of your answer.

· Why do you want to work for Alder Hey?

Additional information is included within the Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing date: Monday 24th August, 12pm

Interviews will be held in person at Alder Hey on Tuesday 8th September 2026

Do you want to improve the lives of people with disabilities and vulnerable people?

Humanity & Inclusion UK is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Media & Communications Officer to help raise the profile of our life-changing work. This is a varied role, building awareness in the UK of the challenges faced by people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups caught up in conflicts and disasters worldwide.

Securing quality media coverage and strengthening our brand recognition are central to our fundraising and communications strategy. Our communications focus on our core activities – disability inclusion, emergency response, physical rehabilitation and humanitarian mine action – underpinned by our values of humanity and inclusion.

If you are motivated to find new stories and create engaging content, bring a proactive, hands-on approach and enjoy juggling multiple priorities in a small team, we'd love you to join us. You'll work in an international environment, learn new skills, and play a real part in supporting people affected by crisis around the world.

Background Information and Purpose of Post

Humanity & Inclusion is aiming for a step-change in our private fundraising and visibility in the UK. Securing quality media coverage and strengthening brand recognition are central to this. Our communications focus on HI’s core brand pillars – disability inclusion, emergency response, physical rehabilitation and humanitarian mine action – underpinned by our values of humanity and inclusion. Alongside working with journalists, we are building our media presence through partnerships and developing our in-house content production.

The main purpose of the post is to:

· Focus on the delivery of HI UK's media and communications strategy, supporting fundraising and brand awareness objectives.

· Secure high-quality coverage in target media through proactive story development, pitching and spokesperson support.

· Produce engaging digital and print content for UK audiences.

· Work collaboratively to support communications campaigns, partnerships and fundraising appeals.

· Monitor, analyse and report on media and communications impact.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Media relations

· Work alongside the Media and Communications Manager to develop and deliver a targeted media and communications strategy that supports fundraising and brand awareness goals.

· Build and maintain relationships with UK and international journalists and producers.

· Proactively identify and pitch story and interview opportunities to secure coverage.

· Draft and distribute press releases, statements and reactive lines, including during breaking news and emergencies.

· Prepare and brief spokespeople for media opportunities and coordinate interviews.

· Facilitate media visits to overseas programmes in coordination with HI Federation and country offices and accompany journalists on visits where required.

· Contribute to applications and pitches for media fundraising appeals and partnerships.

· Work closely with communications colleagues across the HI Federation to amplify key messages and publications and adapt international content for UK media and audiences.

Content production

· Ensure that HI UK's website is well maintained and that static webpages are up to date.

· Regularly create and publish engaging news and stories on the website and social media channels.

· Develop in-house digital content (including blogs, photo stories, infographics and video) for UK audiences

· Lead on the design, layout and copy of HI UK's printed materials, using Adobe InDesign to produce professional, branded assets such as the annual report, banners and leaflets.

· Ensure that all communications reflect HI’s values and standards on consent, safeguarding, and ethical, inclusive storytelling.

Communications

· Actively contribute to HI UK's communications planning and editorial calendar.

· Work collaboratively across HI UK to increase consistency and quality of communications on HI's brand, activities and key campaigns.

· Coordinate with the private fundraising team to maximise HI UK’s brand impact and ensure that communications content strengthens supporter engagement.

· Develop media and communications activities to complement fundraising campaigns, particularly emergency appeals.

· Ensure consistent recognition of HI UK’s key funders and partners across communication channels and branded materials.

· Contribute to the roll-out of HI's global communications campaigns in the UK

· Support HI UK’s participation in public-facing campaigns with external coalitions and partners.

Other responsibilities

· Monitor and report on media coverage, comms campaigns and social media performance.

· Maintain a positive and collaborative working relationship with all colleagues and partners.

· Manage relationships with relevant suppliers and consultants. 

· Represent the organisation at relevant external events and meetings.

· Keep up to date with, and adhere to, relevant legislation, regulatory procedures, innovation and best practice in the sector.

· Any other activities commensurate with the level of the post, as may be required. 

Person Specification

We genuinely value diversity and are looking to build a team of people with a wide of range of personal and professional experience. If you don’t meet all of the criteria listed below but feel you would be a good candidate for this role, please apply. If you would like an informal conversation about this, please do send us an email or call us – we would love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunities Policy

HI UK is committed to diversity and inclusion. We recognise that discrimination shapes the opportunities that many people have in society and that people have different needs in order to realise their full potential.

Addressing this requires organisations to be proactive in creating environments that encourage the inclusion and development of all. Though we still have a long way to go, inclusion is central to our identity at HI UK and we are strongly committed to the continuous work that it requires.

We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with disabilities and/or from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds, to help make us more representative. If you declare a disability and you meet the minimum requirements for the role, we will offer you an interview to demonstrate your skills. In the event that we receive a high level of applications for a role, we will invite those applicants who best meet the person specification.

Mary’s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal – that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development.

The Acquisition Marketing Manager attracts new UK supporters and generates income for Mary’s Meals’ school meals programme through effective and inspiring marketing across online and offline channels. This is a fast paced and hands on role for someone who loves to collaborate, problem solve and drive growth while keeping focused on our mission to feed hungry children. 

The role primarily raises income (but also awareness) through multi-channel marketing activity with a clear focus on maximising ROI and delivering supporter growth at scale. The focus of the role is on online marketing opportunities and includes managing our organic and paid social channels, overseeing social media influencer strategy and identifying emerging digital channels. The Manager works closely with the Mary’s Meals International team and its agency to deliver Google and Bing Paid Search, Google Grant, Display, and YouTube.

The role will also identify and manage the most effective offline marketing opportunities to maximise ROI from small budgets and pro bono opportunities, such as TV, Radio and OOH advertising. The Manager will ensure online and offline marketing opportunities complement each other (and link seamlessly to our retention strategies) as part of an integrated multi-channel marketing strategy.

Keeping our values led approach at the central focus is essential as is harnessing technology and good fundraising practice. We believe that how we do things is just as important as the end results.

The Acquisition Marketing Manager works side-by-side with colleagues from across the Supporter Experience and Communications directorate, ensuring a joined-up approach to all communications activities, through the integration of strong storytelling, marketing expertise and supporter engagement. The role has line management responsibility for the Acquisition Marketing Officer.

Key responsibilities include

• Ensure Mary’s Meals’ mission remains central to all Acquisition Marketing work.
• Work in ways which embody the team’s culture of empowerment, innovation and collaboration ensuring that Mary’s Meals’ values remain central.
• Direct line management of the Acquisition Marketing Officer and volunteers as required.
• Manage agencies and freelancers as required.
• Ensure activities follow fundraising and data regulations, and marketing best practice.
• Contribute to the creation of fundraising and awareness raising campaigns that build support for our vision including being part of cross-organisation project groups.
• Develop and execute a results-driven digital marketing strategy focused on income generation, conversion, and lifetime supporter value.
• Identify, manage and deliver media buying opportunities, ensuring that there is a strong creative execution, measurable ROI and cost-effective impact.
• Identify opportunities for pro bono media partnerships and manage relationships with agencies and external partners.
• Build performance-driven channel plans across, organic and paid social media channels such as Meta.  
• Utilise audience insights and data to ensure all activities are effectively targeted and evaluated.
• Deliver multi-channel marketing campaign strategies making use of the full range of online and offline channels available to Mary’s Meals. Seeking out the most effective channels based on strong ROI results.  
• Set up manage, and optimise Meta Ads with a focus on return on ad spend (ROAS) and cost per acquisition (CPA).
• Support the Website Marketing Manager to help deliver, manage, and continuously optimise Paid Search campaigns on Google Ads, Google Grant, and Bing Ads with a focus on return on ad spend (ROAS) and cost per acquisition (CPA. Also be able to manage this work independently as required.
• Track and report on key income metrics using GA4, Meta Ads Manager, Power BI, GTM, and UTM tagging, with a focus on ROI, revenue per click, and conversion rates.
• Evaluate marketing campaigns and channel specific activities, sometimes as part of wider organisational activities.

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Age UK Wandsworth is a local, independent charity that works to promote the wellbeing of all older people in the London Borough of Wandsworth. We offer a variety of services with the goal of helping older people to #AgeWellinWandsworth. Our charity is consistently growing, so we are creating this new role to support our CEO with social media, marketing and organising events.

The role will suit someone who is calm, mature, professional, organised and creative and will be comfortable working directly with a creative and curious CEO committed to transforming the charity’s online presence.

What we can offer you:

You'll be joining a vibrant workplace where no two days are the same, working as part of a small, supportive team that is committed to making a positive difference in the community. You'll benefit from an experienced leadership team, collaborate with kind and caring colleagues who genuinely work together, and even have the company of a friendly hypo-allergenic office dog.

Due to the nature of the work that we carry out, our staff work from our office, day centre and in the community. Therefore, please note that unless it is otherwise stated, all roles advertised will require the successful candidate to work on-site.

Employee benefits:

• 5% employer’s pension contribution
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee shopping benefits scheme
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Employee recognition and reward programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Department: Fundraising, Marketing & Communications

Reports to: Director of Fundraising & Communications

Work Pattern: Full Time (35 hours per week)

Location: Hybrid working (3 days in office Aylesbury, Bucks)

Salary: £35,000-£39,000

Are you a creative, data-driven marketer who wants to make a lasting difference?

Calibre Audio is looking for an ambitious Marketing & Communications Manager to grow our reach, strengthen our brand and help more people discover the life-changing power of audiobooks.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead multi-channel marketing and communications campaigns that drive awareness, membership growth and supporter engagement. You'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, using insight and innovation to expand our audience, improve supporter journeys and position Calibre Audio as the UK's leading audiobook charity.

What you'll do

• Develop and deliver integrated marketing and communications strategies that support organisational growth.
• Lead impactful campaigns across digital, social, email, paid media and partnerships to attract, engage and retain audiences.
• Grow Calibre Audio's brand awareness and social media presence.
• Manage and optimise digital performance, including Google Ad Grants, paid advertising and conversion activity.
• Use data, testing and insights to improve campaign effectiveness and reduce acquisition costs.
• Enhance member and supporter journeys, increasing engagement, satisfaction and retention.
• Oversee accessible communications, content and email marketing programmes.
• Develop ambassador and advocacy initiatives that bring member stories to life.
• Work collaboratively across teams to align marketing activity with fundraising and organisational goals.
• Provide insight, reporting and recommendations to senior leadership.

About you

You'll be a confident and proactive marketing professional with experience delivering successful multi-channel campaigns and using data to drive results. You will bring:

• Proven marketing and communications experience, ideally within the charity sector.
• Strong digital marketing skills across social media, email and paid channels.
• Excellent communication, planning and project management abilities.
• Experience managing budgets and measuring return on investment.
• Knowledge of marketing platforms, CRM systems and analytics tools.
• A passion for accessibility, inclusion and creating meaningful audience experiences.

Why join us?

At Calibre Audio, you'll be part of a values-driven organisation dedicated to making reading accessible for everyone. In return, we offer:

• 30 days annual leave, plus a Christmas closure day
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%
• Medical Cash Plan
• Life Assurance (2x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts and rewards scheme
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive culture
• Free on-site parking

Join us and help transform lives through the power of accessible reading.

Variety is looking for a PR and Communications Manager to join our successful fundraising and communications team for FTC maternity cover. This role includes management of internal and external communication channels at Variety including the website, supporter newsletters, social media and PR.  Leading on brand and design, you will oversee freelance support during busy periods including photographers and filmmakers. This role leads and manages brand design on Canva, short film editing and works with the Director of Communications on PR. 

The PR and Communications Manager is key to achieving Variety’s mission to fund life-changing practical support to disabled and disadvantaged children and young people across the UK. You will be joining the charity at an exciting time as Variety is launching a new three-year strategy and you will play a key role in our collaborative and high-performing team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

● Lead the planning, creation and delivery of engaging content across Variety's communications channels.

● Manage the website content, ensuring information remains accurate, accessible and on brand.

● Work with the website developers to deliver improvements and SEO optimisation.

● Manage Variety’s social media content and calendar to ensure children’s voices are at the heart of our storytelling.

● Manage email marketing, including the supporter newsletter on Dot Digital working with the team to grow our mailing list.

● Gather case studies that demonstrate Variety’s impact, working closely with the programmes delivery team and the families we support.

● Oversee Variety’s brand ensuring communications are accessible and consistent with style and tone of voice.

● Work with the Director of Fundraising and Communications to develop and deliver integrated marketing and brand awareness campaigns.

● Review and proof communications produced across the organisation.

● Manager external freelance staff as needed, writing briefs and overseeing work including photographers, filmmakers, PR professionals and designers.

● Write and oversee press releases, responding to media enquiries.

● Monitor, analyse and report on digital communications performance using insights to improve email open rates, content and audience engagement.

● Manage the Senior Social Media Officer overseeing objectives, holding 1-1s and annual appraisals.

● Produce creative assets on Canva to support fundraising and campaigns.

● Attend Variety events, partner schools and community groups to capture engaging content, maximising engagement and representing the charity.

● Store and manage digital assets and the photo library, keeping records and consent up-to-date on the CRM (Salesforce), and manage the communications inbox.

● Participate in staff meetings, fundraising and programmes meetings and contribute to the success of Variety’s strategy.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• Experience working in a communications role in the Third Sector  

• Experience of copywriting, editing and communicating a case for support

• Experience managing digital channels and creating content for social media

• Experience working with beneficiaries and producing case studies

• Experience planning and delivering integrated digital campaigns

• Knowledge of digital analytics and creating reports to measure data

• Enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated and passionate about the Third Sector

• Knowledge of Canva and Dot Digital or a similar marketing platform

• Experience of Adobe Premiere Pro

MAIN BENEFITS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS

25 days holiday (we also normally give between Christmas and New Year off, but this is not contractual). In addition, after one year's continuous service, there will be an extra 2 days annual holiday for every complete year of service, up to a maximum of five days' extra holiday. Pension 7%, Life Assurance 4% of annual salary, Company sick pay scheme, medical cover.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your CV with a cover letter explaining why you would make a great candidate for this role and how you meet the job description.  Application will close at 5pm on Tuesday, 26 August 2026 with interviews taking place during the week commencing 1 September 2026. 

Main purpose of post

This is a new role for the marketing team at Weston Park Cancer Charity. The Communications and PR Manager will play a critical role in telling our story, championing our mission, and amplifying the voices of patients, families, clinicians and supporters.

To lead and deliver impactful, brand-building communications and PR activity that increases awareness, deepens engagement, and strengthens Weston Park Cancer Charity’s reputation across South Yorkshire and beyond. The Communications and PR Manager will work closely with the Marketing Manager, Campaigns Manager and Digital Marketing and Social Media Officer to create compelling copy for charity news stories, press releases and campaigns, ensuring consistent and meaningful communication across channels.

This role will:

Communications Strategy & Planning

· Support the Marketing Manager in delivering the annual marketing plan through communications and PR opportunities.

· Support the Campaign Manager with the charity’s multi-channel campaigns that raise awareness of services, research, events, and fundraising initiatives.

· Monitor and evaluate performance of communications activity, using insight and data to inform continuous improvement.

Media Relations & PR

· Build, maintain and grow strong relationships with local, regional, and national media.

· Act as first point of contact for media enquiries and manage press office activity.

· Lead proactive PR campaigns to highlight the charity’s work, impact and partnerships.

· Prepare press releases, statements, briefings and media packs.

· Support senior leaders and spokespeople with media interviews and messaging.

Communications & Storytelling

· Oversee the creation of high-quality communications across all external channels – website, newsletters and print materials.

· Support the delivery of communications through the charity’s digital channels by working closely with the Digital Marketing and Social Media Officer.

· Provide oversight on social media messaging, online storytelling, and website content.

· Lead on gathering patient, supporter and staff stories, ensuring sensitivity and ethical storytelling.

· Produce compelling copy that strengthens the charity’s brand and inspires action.

Brand & Reputation Management

· Provide staff members with regular training on the charity’s tone of voice, ensuring high standards of output.

· Ensure consistent application of the charity’s brand identity, tone of voice and key organisational priorities.

· Protect and enhance the organisation’s reputation through effective issues management.

· Work with the Marketing manager and Leadership team as needed on reviewing and updating the charity’s strategy, tone of voice and branding.

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Support

· Work collaboratively with clinical partners, fundraisers, volunteers, ambassadors, and community groups.

· Support internal communications to strengthen engagement across teams.

· Represent the charity at events, briefings, and partnership meetings where required.

· Represent the Marketing Manager/Campaign Manager and support the marketing team as needed during annual leave/sick leave. 

What you do

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares our values to join Weston Park Cancer Charity’s busy marketing team. Our Communications and PR Manager will play a vital part of our team and help us to deliver our vision: a better life for those living with, and beyond, cancer in our region.

General Responsibilities

Every employee is required to:

• Adhere to, and comply with, organisational policies, procedures and guidelines at all times.

• Take all reasonable steps to manage and promote a safe and healthy working environment which is free from discrimination.

• Comply with the organisational policy on confidentiality, and the General Data Protection Regulations

• Respect the confidentiality and privacy of donors, guests and staff at all times.

• Maintain a constant awareness of health, welfare and safety issues affecting colleagues, patients, volunteers, visitors and themselves.

• Participate in personal and organisational training and development and performance framework meetings

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards Package is the result of staff feedback and best practice across the charity, public and private sectors. Some of our key benefits, depending on eligibility, include:

· 27 days (plus bank holidays) annual leave

· Option to purchase additional five working days per year

· Westfield Health level 4 coverage

· 12 weeks maternity leave at 100% pay and an additional 6 weeks at 50%

· Up to 2 weeks full paternity pay

· NHS benefits

· Hybrid working

· A minimum 4% employee / 6% employer contribution through our Auto Enrol private pension scheme. *Tax relief is automatically claimed for the staff member.

· Death in service cover

 How to apply

 Closing date:           2nd August 2026

 Interview date: 17th August 2026

Application format: Please send a CV and covering note demonstrating that you have read the job description / person specification and how you meet the essential and (where relevant) desirable criteria for this role. This can include skills, training, membership of professional bodies and experience. The covering note will form a key part of the recruitment process and you should demonstrate your suitability for the role in no more than one page.

Weston Park Cancer Charity is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and values diversity of culture among our staff. All applications are anonymised as part of the selection process.

 Apply to HR

About Us

NCT is the national charity for pregnancy, birth, infant feeding and early parenthood. 

Our vision is simple: a society where everyone who becomes a parent feels confident, connected and safe. 

Through our For Every Parent strategy, we're working to make that vision a reality. We support parents with trusted information, practical help, local communities and a stronger voice in the issues that matter to families. 

For 70 years, we've been by parents' sides through the excitement, uncertainty, wonder and challenges of becoming a parent. Today, our volunteers contribute more than 70,000 hours of community service each year, helping parents build friendships, find support and feel less alone. 

We educate and empower parents with evidence-based information and support. We advocate and act by listening to parents' experiences, raising their voices and campaigning for change. No judgement. No exceptions. 

About the role 

This is an exciting opportunity to lead NCT’s marketing through an important period of growth, change and brand development, joining us for a 12 month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. 

As Head of Marketing, you’ll lead our integrated marketing function, with a clear focus on driving income growth, particularly through course bookings, strengthening how parents see and experience NCT, and supporting wider revenue generation through partnerships. 

You’ll bring together brand, content, campaigns and performance marketing so that our activity is more coordinated, audience-led and commercially focused. Working closely with colleagues across Parent Services, Fundraising, Digital Product and the wider organisation, you’ll make sure marketing plans are clearly connected to the outcomes that matter - from first awareness through to booking a course and beyond. 

You’ll also play a key role leading NCT’s Content Studio: a central in-house function designed to deliver high-quality, consistent and effective content across our website, social media, email, campaigns and other channels.

This is a senior leadership role for someone who can balance strategic thinking with practical delivery, brand building with commercial performance, and creativity with clear measurement and accountability. 

Your role will include: 

• Leading a commercially focused marketing strategy that drives course bookings, supports partnership income and strengthens NCT’s visibility with parents. 
• Setting clear campaign cycles and making sure paid, owned and earned channels work together as a coordinated system. 
• Acting as guardian of NCT’s brand, ensuring clarity, consistency and integrity across marketing, communications and wider organisational activity. 
• Leading NCT’s Content Studio, making sure content is high quality, accessible, audience-led and aligned with our brand, messaging and tone of voice.
• Overseeing marketing performance, including paid media, agency relationships, campaign KPIs, budget management and reporting. 
• Using insight, performance data, brand tracking and parent feedback to improve marketing activity and support better decisions. 
• Building strong relationships across NCT, helping teams work together effectively and reducing silos around shared priorities.
• Leading and developing your team with clarity, trust and clear expectations, creating the conditions for people to do their best work. 
• Supporting a culture of inclusive, values-led leadership where fairness, accessibility, collaboration and trust are reflected in how decisions are made and work is delivered. 

About you 

You’ll be a strategic, commercially minded marketing leader who understands how to turn insight into action and activity into measurable results. 

You’ll be confident leading integrated campaigns, managing budgets and using performance data to make decisions. You’ll understand how brand, content, audience insight, digital channels and commercial outcomes connect, and you’ll be able to bring those elements together in a clear, focused and practical way. 

You’ll also be someone who can create pace without creating confusion. You’ll set direction clearly, help people prioritise, and give teams the confidence to move forward. You won’t wait for everything to be perfect before making progress, but you’ll have the judgement to know where quality, consistency and risk need careful attention. 

Alongside this, you’ll be a collaborative and inclusive leader who enjoys working across an organisation, building strong relationships and helping others see how marketing can support shared goals. 

You’ll bring: 

• Experience of leading integrated marketing activity that supports income growth, customer acquisition or commercial performance. 
• Strong understanding of brand, content, campaigns and channel planning, including how different channels work together. 
• Confidence using data, insight and performance reporting to shape strategy and improve activity. 
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting spend, and making decisions about return on investment. 
• Strong judgement, with the ability to balance brand building, income performance, audience needs and organisational priorities. 
• The ability to lead teams through delegation, coaching and clear decision-making.
• A proactive, improvement-focused approach, with confidence introducing new ways of working and helping teams become more forward-looking.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to work well across boundaries.
• Strong emotional intelligence, resilience and judgement, particularly when working through change or ambiguity.
• A commitment to NCT’s purpose, values and ambition to be there for every parent. 

Our Benefits – What we offer you 

We value our team and offer fantastic benefits to support your well-being and professional growth: 

• 30 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays) 
• Pension matched up to 5% 
• Flexible working options to suite your lifestyle
• Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 GP access, personalised counselling, legal advice and more 
• Cycle to work scheme to support sustainable commuting 
• Life Assurance for peace of mind 
• Free eye test for all staff, with further discounts 
• Blue Light discount card

At NCT, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within your role, please let us know—we’re here to support you.Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of something truly special. 

We’re looking for an experienced and visionary leader to take on the role of Interim Head of Brand. This is a unique opportunity to roll out a brand refresh for a purpose-driven organization until the end of March 2027.

The Head of Brand is an instrumental role for this charity, responsible for delivering a powerful platform, tools and assets to build awareness and understanding and deepen engagement with who the charity are, what they do and how they deliver for impact for their beneficiaries. 

About the Role
As the Head of Brand, you will:

• Lead the development and execution of a powerful brand platform that strengthens awareness, engagement, and impact.
• Oversee brand strategy and a brand refresh to deepen audience connections.
• Manage a multi-disciplinary team delivering brand storytelling and creative strategy.
• Drive innovation in brand experiences, ensuring cohesion and consistency across all touchpoints.
• Manage relationships with external agencies and partners, ensuring maximum brand impact.
• Develop brand tools and guidelines to ensure brand consistency and strategic alignment across the organisation.

About You
We’re looking for an inspirational and strategic leader with:

• Extensive experience in developing and executing brand strategy for a high-profile, public-facing organisation.
• Strong expertise in leading multidisciplinary marcomms teams.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale brand campaigns and media budgets over £1m.
• Deep understanding of multi-channel brand strategies, including social media, SEO, content marketing, influencer engagement, and advertising.
• A track record of building engaging brand propositions, developing compelling creative, and executing bold storytelling strategies.
• Experience in brand tracking and measurement, ensuring brand insights drive growth and engagement.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills to influence at all levels.

What’s on Offer
Day rate: £276.68 per day PAYE + £42.95 holiday pay, inside IR35. This role will require some travel to their London office, expected to be around twice per month.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

About the role

SMK is at an exciting moment in its history with a newly launched strategy Change is Possible 2026 -2028, a recently appointed permanent Chief Executive this year and a new Chair. The refreshed vision and mission of SMK is both ambitious and needed in our drive to support campaigners across the UK.

Digital engagement is evolving, and fast, so that is why we’re looking for a creative, experienced, strategic and data-driven Digital Marketing Manager to lead, develop and grow our digital presence across multiple channels. You'll manage and support our digital ecosystem, including social media, website development, email communications and digital advertising, ensuring every channel delivers measurable results.

Working closely with the Head of Marketing and Communications and the Training and Consultancy team, you'll be responsible for creating engaging digital content that inspire audiences, strengthens our brand and supports the communications and digital function at SMK. Importantly, you have the experience to successfully promote and drive sales of our training programmes through digital marketing techniques to optimise performance.

About You

You are passionate about the power of people to create social change and are motivated by SMK’s mission. You enjoy working collaboratively and thrive in a flexible, fast-paced environment where you can take initiative and adapt to changing priorities.

You are organised, proactive and solutions-focused, with a willingness to learn and develop your skills. Comfortable managing your own workload, you bring curiosity, creativity and a commitment to using insights, innovation and new technologies to help maximise impact.

The specific skills, knowledge and experience required to thrive in this role are set out in the Person Specification.

Job description

Marketing

• Social media management including the creation of a data led strategy and implementation plan for SMK’s channels.
• Manage the planning, creation, and scheduling of multiple marketing projects, ensuring the ‘SMK voice’ through tone and brand is implemented across digital channels.
• Create the vision for the annual SMK National Campaigner Awards social media approach and manage the roll out.
• Write compelling and impactful content for SMK’s digital channels.
• Create graphics and video content for digital channels using Canva.
• Manage paid digital ads (LinkedIn, Google Ads).
• Support the crafting and implementation of email marketing via Mailchimp including audience segmentation.
• Support the audience development strategy including research and data management.
• Identifies opportunities to increase sales (bookings for training/ events), growing reach and engagement.
• Support the development and implementation of a content strategy.

Website

• Support the Head of Marketing and Communications with the relaunch of a new website in 2026/2027.
• Lead on how AI is affecting search (SEO/GEO) and what SMK’s website needs.
• Monitor and translate website performance using analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics).
• Implement and manage on-page SEO/ GEO best practices (keywords, metadata, content optimisation).
• Identify opportunities to improve search visibility and organic traffic.

Data, Insight & Reporting

• Monitor, analyse, and report on digital marketing performance.
• Use data to continuously optimise marketing activity.
• Provide insights into audience behaviour and trends.
• Database management, including cleaning and updating records.
• Support the implementation and management of the CRM (Salesforce).
• Undertake relevant training when required.

Other

• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the purpose and remit of the post.

Please read the attached job pack for details about the person specification. 

Compassion in World Farming International is a global movement transforming the future of food and farming. Lead our UK and international legacy marketing programme and help inspire supporters to leave a lasting gift for farm animals, people and the planet.

Senior Legacy Marketing Manager (UK and International)

Role type: Full time; Permanent

Location: Godalming, Surrey - HQ. Hybrid working pattern 2x days per week in the office: Tuesdays & Thursdays. The office is located close to Godalming station, with direct trains from/to London Waterloo in approximately 45 minutes. 

Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 per annum (depending upon skills and experience)   

About the role 

As our Senior Legacy Marketing Manager (UK and International), you’ll lead the strategic development and delivery of Compassion in World Farming’s legacy marketing programme across the UK and internationally. This is a vital role within our Global Fundraising team, helping to shape a sector leading legacy strategy that inspires supporters to leave a lasting gift for farm animals and the planet. 

As part of this exciting role, you’ll be responsible for: 

• Legacy strategy and coordination – Leading the development of Compassion’s UK and international legacy marketing strategy, reporting on KPIs and identifying opportunities to strengthen engagement and investment.
• UK legacy marketing delivery – Overseeing and delivering legacy communications across direct mail, email, social media, website content, events, supporter engagement and promotional campaigns.
• International legacy delivery – Supporting fundraising teams in France, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, the USA and Poland to deliver locally relevant legacy campaigns, content, training and enquiry handling.
• Supporter care – Responding sensitively and efficiently to legacy enquiries and helping colleagues feel confident talking to supporters about gifts in wills.

About you

To succeed as our Senior Legacy Marketing Manager (UK and International), you’ll be a confident and strategic legacy marketing professional with a strong track record of delivering impactful campaigns that inspire supporters to leave a very special gift. You’ll bring a deep understanding of legacy fundraising, ideally gained within the charity or NGO sector, and feel comfortable working across both UK and international markets. 

You’ll be highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented, with the ability to craft compelling messages for direct response and manage multi-channel campaigns. 

Skills and experience you’ll need to bring as part of this role: 

• Track record and knowledge of legacy marketing and legacy strategy, ideally as a practitioner.
• Strong understanding of direct marketing, digital marketing or supporter fundraising, with excellent copywriting and creative skills.
• Proven strategic planning skills, with the ability to manage budgets, suppliers, data and reporting.
• Experience of working collaboratively with international teams across multiple countries and time zones.
• Ability to engage supporters with sensitivity, care and confidence, including through legacy events and enquiry handling.
• Proficiency in relevant fundraising or database systems, ideally Salesforce CRM.
• A demonstrable interest in farm animal welfare issues and Compassion’s mission.

If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you could thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Why join us

This is a rare opportunity to lead a global legacy marketing programme that directly supports a mission to end factory farming. 

We offer a supportive, flexible workplace with a strong focus on wellbeing and development, including: 

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays 
• Health Cash Back Plan and 24/7 GP access 
• Employee Assistance Programme and MHFA support 
• Premium Calm App subscription 
• Electric car scheme available
• Defined contribution pension scheme 
• Enhanced discretionary sick pay 
• Hybrid working model (role and location dependent) 
• Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station 
• Cycle Benefit scheme and other savings options 
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities 

How to apply and key dates

If you’re ready to make a global impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification. To support a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we kindly ask that you do not include a photo in your CV. 

Please note that we may begin interviews on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. 

Closing date: Friday 14 August 2026

1st Stage (Teams) Interview: Week commencing 17 August 2026

2nd Stage (Face to Face at HQ) Interview, with task: Week commencing 24 August

“Join us in building a more compassionate future for animals, people, and the planet.”

As part of Stage 1 interviews, shortlisted candidates may, for some roles, receive pre‑shared, values‑based interview questions to support a positive candidate experience. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we’re always happy to support candidates.

About Compassion

Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming. Founded in 1967 by British farmer Peter Roberts, we’ve spent over 50 years driving change, successfully campaigning to ban cruel practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow stalls across the UK and Europe.

Our work combines advocacy, campaigning, and collaboration with policymakers and businesses to promote animal welfare and sustainable food systems. We envision a future where animals are treated with compassion, and farming supports both people and the planet. To learn more about our mission, culture, and opportunities, please explore our Candidate Pack, and Careers Page on our website. 

To comply with legal requirements in the UK and internationally, all applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the country where the role is based.    

Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background.  We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector.  We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other. 

Would you like to be part of a young and vibrant charity that is dedicated to supporting those who have been bereaved by suicide?

We are expanding our team and looking for a Marketing & Community Engagement Manager. This is a new role working with the Community Engagement Director to lead in the design and delivery of Suicide&Co's marketing and community engagement activity, helping more people discover our services, access support, and become part of our community through fundraising, volunteering and partnerships.

Working across the organisation, you'll develop engaging campaigns, build meaningful relationships with supporters, ambassadors and partner organisations, and oversee our digital communications to ensure they authentically reflect the voices of our community and tone of Suicide&Co.

Managing our Digital Content Executive, you'll ensure every campaign and piece of content delivers impact while supporting the continued growth of Suicide&Co's reach, reputation and influence.

We are looking for a part-time Marketing Executive to join our team at an exciting time for Auriga. Auriga is a charity owned non-profit organisation with a focus on supporting people in financially vulnerable circumstances. The Marketing Executive will deliver effective marketing campaigns that promote Auriga Services alongside supporting B2C marketing campaigns on behalf of our clients. The role will support the development of engaging multi-channel marketing content, helping to build audience engagement, supporting client objectives and the wider organisational strategy.

For successful applicants, the planned interview dates are:

Stage 1 interviews: Week commencing 17th August

Stage 2 interviews (in person): Week commencing 24th August

Marketing and Communications Manager

Are you a confident and experienced communications professional ready to make a real impact?

We are looking for a Communications and Marketing Manager to lead the communications and marketing activities for a brand-new locally run youth charity.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.

Position: Communications and Marketing Manager

Location: Tilbury, Essex (Until the Youth Zone is completed and fully operational you will be based at the temporary offices space at Tilbury Community Association)

Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 (dependent upon experience)

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 33 days Holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) Workplace pension, Free gym access (once the Youth Zone opens) Access to OnSide’s Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring

Closing Date: 12noon on Monday 3rd August. We may close this role early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

First Stage Interviews: Online – Wednesday 12 August

Second Stage Interviews: Tuesday 18th August, Dagenham

About the Role

As a key member of the organisation's leadership team, this role offers a clear pathway into senior leadership, providing the opportunity to shape strategic decision-making. This role is your chance to create and deliver an exciting, bold communications strategy that amplifies the voices of young people and brings their stories to life, while raising the Youth Zone’s profile and establishing its reputation with stakeholders across the community.

No two days will be the same, you’ll juggle multiple projects, think on your feet, and thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. From driving digital communications to boosting visibility and reputation, you’ll play a key role, working alongside the wider team to ensure communications supports fundraising, supports strategic goals, and ensures the long-term sustainability of the charity.

You will combine big-picture thinking with a pragmatic and hands-on approach, being comfortable to move between setting direction and actively contributing to execution.

If you’re ready to take the lead, make an impact, and establish and lead the communications function for a new youth charity as it prepares to open its doors to thousands of young people, we want to hear from you!

About You

We are looking for a dynamic, innovative and creative approach to communications delivery with an interest in working in the youth sector.

You will have experience of:

• Planning and delivering strategic communication and creative marketing plans in line with organisational objectives and aims.
• Working with the media and delivering PR and publicity with local and regional media outlets.
• Website management, content development, and delivering engaging digital communications.
• Managing externally funded projects, including budget oversight, monitoring, and evaluation processes.
• Working in young person-focused environments, providing information, advice, guidance, and support.

If you have a passion for young people and genuine enthusiasm for working in a youth environment, then we would love to hear from you!

About the Organisation

Join a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe.

With community centric values and located in the heart of Tilbury, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 – 18, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to feel empowered and try new experiences. The building is due to be completed in 2027.

This is passionate, properly funded youth provision, with no ifs or buts. It’s about giving young people a chance to shine in an environment where they can be themselves.

It’s about opportunity.

Our dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.

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Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.