Communications Lead

Who we are

Arts for Dementia is an inclusive and dynamic charity, and a leader in our field. We work with artists, galleries, museums and community spaces to offer inspiring arts programmes for people in the early stages of dementia and their companions. We train facilitators from around the country to deliver effective arts-based activities for people living with dementia, and we advocate for the benefits of the arts for people affected by dementia.

Our values

Creative; Inclusive; Collaborative; Empowering; Inspiring

What we are looking for

We're looking for a creative and organised communicator who is excited by the opportunity to help more people understand the transformative impact of creativity for people living with dementia.

The Communications Lead will work across the team and help us to: engage more effectively with existing stakeholders (partners, funders, donors, workshop participants, volunteers, artists), increase our profile and reach new audiences. This role offers scope to grow, helping us to think big, bringing in new ideas, transforming our presence, and so helping us to realise our ambitions.                                                                                                            

Main purpose of job

To develop and deliver effective communications activity across all channels

• Part time: 21 hours per week, working flexibly
• Salary: £30-33k pa dependent on experience (pro-rata’d)
• Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
• Location: Hybrid.  Mainly home-based with at least two days in London per month. Very occasional evenings or weekend days in London for events and activities.

Key responsibilities

·        Proactive development and measurement of all social media channels (currently Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, to varying degrees)

·        Responsible for appropriate use and development of our website, including keeping it up to date with our projects and case studies, and maximising engagement and SEO

·        Supporting the fundraising team to fully realise new and existing income streams

·        Supporting the operations team to deliver effective communications to participants, volunteers, artists and partners

·        Creating mailouts and newsletters to various audiences (we use Mailchimp)

·        Working with the team to identify and create assets and resources for use across the organisation, for example using participant stories and evaluation data

·        Initiating public outreach and profile raising work, including identifying and engaging with relevant publications and events, soliciting and responding to media engagement, and cultivating high-profile ambassadors

·        Supporting the rest of the organisation’s work, such as events, exhibitions, fundraising activities etc as needed

Skills, knowledge and experience:

If you are excited by this role and believe you have the skills and potential to help us engage more effectively, but don’t have all of the experience listed below, we would encourage you to apply.

Core skills and attributes

·        Social media: content generation and management (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn), and experience and understanding of how to increase reach and engagement

·        Website: create, edit and maintain webpages (we use WordPress)

·        Design skills (we use Canva) and ability to effectively use existing brand guidelines

·        Written and verbal communication skills, accurate proof-reading and attention to detail

·        Experience of working collaboratively with a small staff team, able to listen and support alongside bringing new ideas and expertise

·        Networking and relationship-building skills

·        Engaging and enthusiastic when speaking and writing about our work

·        Willing to work flexibly and respond to changing demands

·        Organisational skills

·        Self-motivated and able to manage your own time effectively

·        Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion

Desirable

·        Interest in a range of arts, art practices and creativity

·        Experience and understanding of dementia

·        Experience of working in London, particularly Southwark, Camden, Lewisham, Islington

·        Experience with a CRM (we use Donorfy)

·        Experience with media and interviews

We are keen to have a diverse and inclusive team, and welcome applications from minoritised groups.