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This is an exciting opportunity to shape engaging campaigns and storytelling across digital, social media, email, PR and community channels. Working as part of our Fundraising and Communications team, you’ll create compelling and accessible communications that inspire action, strengthen our community, support fundraising and help people live full and healthy lives with MS.

Working closely with colleagues, ambassadors and people living with MS, you’ll help amplify authentic lived experience, develop impactful campaigns and use insight and digital best practice to grow engagement and reach.

We’re looking for someone with strong writing and storytelling skills, experience delivering communications, marketing or digital campaigns, and a good understanding of digital engagement, social media and email marketing. Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is collaborative, proactive and motivated by making a meaningful difference.

About Overcoming MS

Overcoming MS is the world’s leading MS healthy lifestyle charity. We help people live full and healthy lives with MS through evidence-based information, practical tools and a supportive global community.

Since 2012, we have supported people affected by MS to make informed lifestyle choices alongside medical treatment, helping people feel more empowered, informed and hopeful about living with MS.

Our vision is a world where everyone with MS has the information, confidence and support they need to live well.

Job summary

The Communications and Marketing Manager plays a central role in helping Overcoming MS reach and support more people living with multiple sclerosis worldwide. The role leads the creation of compelling, evidence-based, and emotionally engaging communications that strengthen connections with our community, raise awareness of the Overcoming MS approach, support fundraising, engagement, and behaviour change, and showcase our services and offerings. 

Working across communications channels, campaigns, storytelling and community engagement, the postholder will enable our audiences to feel they have the appropriate level of information and confidence to make lifestyle changes, through the support we offer to live a full and healthy life with MS. 

Key responsibilities and duties: 
The role comprises the following key areas of responsibility: 

Communication and campaign creation 

• Craft engaging, accessible and audience-focused communications which inspire action, deepen engagement and build trust. 

• Plan and execute integrated marketing and communications campaigns across digital channels, print, PR and Community channels in alignment with our Fundraising and Communications Strategy.

• Support the Head of Communications, Marketing & Digital with campaign planning, aligning Communications objectives to organisational and income generation objectives. 

• Support the Services team with the promotion of our services, including the dissemination of insights and data, to grow our awareness and engagement 

• Support colleagues and audiences. Working with stakeholders to ensure communications are planned and delivered at the right time to meet their needs.

• Ability to communicate complex or sensitive information in a clear, accessible and empathetic way. 

• Understanding of inclusive and accessible communications best practice. 

Using results to drive change 

• Use audience insight, analytics and user behaviour to shape campaigns and improve engagement. 

• Test, learn and optimise marcomms communications through experimentation, AB testing and evaluation. 

• Contribute to Marcomms evaluation on performance and impact. 

Storytelling and Community voices  

• Build trusted relationships with people living with MS and the wider Overcoming MS community to develop authentic and inspiring stories. 

• Support contributors sensitively and ethically, ensuring appropriate consent and safeguarding processes are followed. 

• Identify opportunities to amplify community voices across campaigns, fundraising and communications. 

• Ensure storytelling reflects the diversity and inclusivity of the Overcoming MS community. 

Social media and content creation 

• Lead on building our impact and engagement on social media with our audiences, in line with our objectives, including supporting awareness and engagement campaigns and fundraising. 

• Ensure that we are using the best tools and techniques by staying up to date with trends. 

• Monitor social media, ensuring prompt and accurate responses to enquiries. 

• Use analytics to constantly optimise our social media impact. 

• Ensure content is accessible, audience-led and aligned with best practice in health communication. 

• Support content development across both digital and print communications where required. 

• Working closely with the services team, lead the content creation and maintenance of our website to maximise our impact with audiences. 

• Build and nurture relationships with celebrity ambassadors, influencers and public supporters. 

Email marketing 

• Develop content for email marketing, including for fundraising and events campaigns. 

• Optimise email by A/B testing content to maximise performance through design and content improvements, and creating triggered email sequences to build our message. 

• Use audience segmentation and personalisation to support campaigns. 

• Use analytics to identify ways to constantly optimise our email impact. 

Community Engagement 

• Support our digital community through different discussion groups and platforms (social media, hubs, etc). Including liaising with internal teams and promoting best practice. 

• Support online events and drive positive engagement opportunities.

Brand communication 

• Ensuring all activity aligns with brand priorities. 

• Championing on-brand messaging. Acting as a trusted expert on brand tone of voice.  

• Ensuring all media and communications guidelines/policies are followed and kept updated. 

• Sharing best practice with the wider organisation and continuing professional development.

Creative skills 

• Generate and develop creative and innovative ideas with a good eye for brand, design, film and photography.

• Develop clear briefs and oversee production of high-quality digital and printed communications materials. 

• Create engaging collateral through design software.

• Edit small amounts of audio or video (desirable). 

• Support content development across both digital and print communications where required. 

PR and Media 

• Support the Head of Communications, Marketing and Digital with media relations through press releases and statements. 

• Support with securing regional, national and international media coverage, sourcing case studies and creating campaign assets and messaging for media partners. 

 
PERSON SPECIFICATION 

• Self-motivated and adaptable/proactive, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively

• A keen eye for detail with a consistently high quality of work output.

• Highly organised, able to manage a content schedule, and plan and deliver digital campaigns. Able to prioritise work across multiple projects to meet deadlines.

• Demonstrable experience in developing, leading and executing high-quality, effective communications and engagement strategies that achieve desired results.

• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills for social media, web, email and PR.

• An understanding of how communications affect and engage audiences.

• An ability to communicate in an inclusive way with diverse audiences.

• Experience in managing and optimising website content, with strong on-page SEO skills.

• Confident using email marketing and social scheduling

• Familiarity with Google tools (Analytics, Adwords, Search Console, etc) and digital monitoring tools. 

• Skills in creative content development, such as audio, video and photo editing. 

• Interest in wellbeing 

• Experience managing external suppliers, freelancers or creative agencies (desirable) 

• Experience working in the charity, health or wellbeing sector. (desirable) 

• Able to flex hours and work outside normal hours where needed to cover events (time off in lieu will be provided). 

 
This job description outlines the main responsibilities of the role, but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties may evolve over time, and the post-holder may be required to undertake other reasonable tasks consistent with the level of the role. 

How to apply: Please click on the Apply Now button, submit your CV, and please answer the three questions we have prepared for you. Please use the Cover Letter space to tell us your motivation for working  at Overcoming MS.

Application timeline:

Close date: until 9am Monday 15th June

First round interviews: 18th and 19th June, online via Microsoft Teams

Second round interviews: 23rd June on Teams/in person TBC, and it will include a short task and presentation

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: We want Overcoming MS to be a welcoming, inclusive and supportive place to work, where people feel valued and able to thrive. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities, particularly those currently underrepresented in the charity sector.

We know that people sometimes hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement listed. If this role feels like a good fit for you, we’d still encourage you to apply.

If you need reasonable adjustments or information in a different format during the recruitment process, please contact us.

Location - Hybrid (based at home or local community) with regular travel in the South of England

Are you a communications professional looking for an exciting and rewarding new role? Emmaus UK is recruiting for a Regional Communications Officer to help support people on their journey out of homelessness.

About Emmaus

Emmaus (pronounced em-may-us) is a movement of charities that empowers people to overcome homelessness. We provide a stable home and tailored, life-changing support for people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. By focusing on each person’s strengths, we help people rebuild their lives and work towards the future they want to create.

As part of a nationwide network of Emmaus charities, we provide skills, training and work experience to help people achieve their goals and regain independence.

Together, we are ending homelessness one person at a time.

About the role

The Regional Communications Officer role is an exciting and varied opportunity to work with Emmaus communities across the South of the UK, helping to raise their profile and engage supporters.

You will work closely with up to four Emmaus communities to identify their communications needs and deliver a mix of activity to help them achieve their goals. As part of a wider team, you will also share ideas and build on each other’s experience to maximise PR, digital and communications opportunities.

This is a hybrid role, offering the flexibility to work from home or from within an Emmaus community.

Building and maintaining strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders will be key to this role. Regular travel to your allocated communities is essential, typically at least once a week. This role will initially support Emmaus Norfolk &Waveney, Emmaus Colchester and Emmaus Suffolk, so we are looking for a candidate based near Norwich, Colchester, Suffolk, Ipswich, or within approximately two to two-and-a-half hours’ travel by car or train from these locations. You will also attend quarterly team meetings, usually held in Birmingham, although these may occasionally take place elsewhere in the UK and may require an overnight stay.

This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone with a strong communications skillset and at least two years’ experience in a busy communications, public relations or marketing role. While not essential, knowledge of homelessness and the charity sector would be an advantage.

Creativity and passion are essential. You will have a broad range of communications skills, enjoy seeing your ideas come to life and be keen to continue developing your experience within a national homelessness charity.

This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with different people and communities. The successful candidate will be organised, adaptable and able to manage multiple projects, relationships and campaigns.

If you are passionate about making a difference and creating long-lasting impact, this is the perfect time to join Emmaus UK.
 

What we offer

· Salary: £31,160 per annum,

· Working hours: Full-time 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday

· Contract: Permanent

· Pension: Stakeholder pension with employer contribution

· Annual leave: 25 days + Bank Holidays + 3 concessionary days leave

· Training & development: Individually tailored induction. Ongoing training and development

· Volunteering: 2 days allowance each year

· Employee assistance: A 24/7 employee assistance scheme is available

· Flexible working: Options available, subject to the requirements of the role

· Life assurance: Death in service lump sum of 3 x salary

To apply

To apply for this role, please complete our application form and equal opportunities monitoring form and email them to us the email address can be found in the Application Pack.

Please ensure you refer to the job description and person specification when completing your application form. CVs and posted applications will not be accepted.

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 7 June 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview via Microsoft Teams during the week commencing 8 June 2026. As part of the interview process, candidates will also be asked to complete a set of tasks.

If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email us the email address can be found in the Application Pack.

Equal Opportunities

Emmaus UK is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a working environment free from discrimination. We actively promote an inclusive culture and aim to create a workplace where people from diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, marital status or parental responsibilities.

To ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate, all applications are anonymised until the interview stage is confirmed. This means shortlisting is based solely on the relevance and suitability of experience.

Media and Public Relations Lead

Permanent, Full Time, Hybrid working (minimum of 2 days per week in the office)

Location: London

Salary: £61,057 per annum (including London allowance)

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues. 

About the role

Reporting in to the Head of Communications, the Media and Public Relations Lead, will direct and lead the media relations strategy for Christian Aid to garner media coverage that is on brand and consistent with Christian Aid influencing, communications and fundraising goals.

The post-holder will lead the strategic planning and oversight of Christian Aid’s media and public relations strategy, raising the profile of the organisation among influencers in politics, public life and the Church, as well as Christian Aid supporters, motivating them to give, act and pray. 

Some of the main areas of responsibility for the Media and Public Relations Lead include:

• Manage the team to generate high profile media coverage and to create messaging that positions Christian Aid as a credible and influential organisation. 
• Deliver and shape the strategic planning and oversight of Christian Aid’s media and public engagement strategy, raising the profile of the organisation among influencers in politics, public life and the Church, as well as supporters, motivating them to give, act and pray, driving meaningful change.
• Collaborate with fundraising, advocacy and programme colleagues to deliver profile-raising media and public engagement activity, particularly during key moments such as Christian Aid Week and humanitarian emergencies and appeals. 
• Drive and build context and content around each message outlined in the fundraising and supporter engagement strategy for the complete set of Christian Aid audiences, ensuring there is consistency and an appropriate tone of voice.
• Provide guidance and coaching on successful public relations activities, fostering a team mindset that will bring greater awareness to the impact Christian Aid is having and the work it is doing with its partners and protecting the organisation's reputation.
• Generate coverage of Christian Aid’s international programmes, emergencies, campaign, policy and fundraising work across all media. 
• Plan resources to contribute to projects and support the wider organisational needs. 
• Be a senior member of the Communications Divisional Leadership Team within the Income & Public Engagement department and deputise for the Head of Communications where needed

About you

Who we are looking for:

Essential:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in communications or a related subject.
• Significant experience in media & PR management, communications, supporter and public engagement strategies.
• Understanding of modern and emergent communications and marketing techniques.
• Highly developed presentation skills in public and the media.
• Substantial experience in strategic planning, leadership and people management, budget management and decision making.
• Highly developed ability to deliver stand-out creative, innovative and effective media and public engagement.
• Highly developed ability to plan projects effectively and meet challenging targets collaboratively.
• Substantial experience of coaching and managing individuals to lead, empower and inspire others.
• Significant experience of negotiating and influencing within a large or complex organisation, ability to work cross-organisationally and building internal stakeholder relationships and delivery outstanding partnership working.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detailed understanding of the diversity of churches and church audiences and of how to work in a creative partnership with them.
• Highly developed ability to think objectively rather than performing well defined tasks and be comfortable with ambiguity, seeking clarity rather than certainty.
• Significant experience of leading and managing change, building trust, and handling conflict creatively.

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. 

We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. 

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. 

Are you a bold communicator who knows a great story when you see one? Do you want your work to genuinely matter - amplifying the voices of people who need to be heard, shifting public perception of social care, and putting a passionate, values-driven charity on the national map? 
 
Community Integrated Care is one of the UK's largest social care charities, supporting thousands of people with learning disabilities or mental health conditions to live the lives they choose.

​As we launch our new five-year strategy, Best Lives Bolder this is a defining moment for our organisation. We are setting out to be even more creative, courageous and influential in how we champion the people we support and drive change across the sector.

​We're looking for an exceptional PR & Media Manager to lead our media function and help us tell our story with ambition, imagination and impact - playing a pivotal role in bringing our Best Lives, Bolder vision to life through powerful storytelling and high-impact media engagement.

​This is a full time permanent, national role with hybrid working. You will be required to work from our head office at least once a week, so our ideal candidate will be based within an hour's commute of Widnes, Cheshire.

​What is "The Deal" for you?

• Flexibility: You can work your 37.5 hours over 4 days and enjoy a long weekend, or split the hours over 5 days to accommodate your other commitments.
• Pension: contributory pension scheme
• Benefits: retail discounts, holiday discounts, cycle to work scheme and travel discounts through our benefits app
• Best Lives Possible: You'll be working for an award winning charity who is passionate about ensuring our colleagues and the people we support lead the best lives bolder 
• Development: We'll work with you to develop your career or to learn and experience new things. We're passionate about developing our people! 
• Support: From our Employee Assistance Programme (available 24/7), financial support options, and wellbeing fund you'll have the support available to lead an easier (financial) life

This isn't a press office role. It's a platform for someone who wants to shape conversations, build national influence and champion the people at the heart of social care. 

What you’ll be doing:

• Developing and owning our national and regional Media & PR Strategy, aligned to our influencing and advocacy goals. 
• Proactively pitching compelling stories to secure high-quality national, regional, trade and broadcast coverage 
• Building and nurturing relationships with journalists, influencers and media contacts across care, sport, culture and nature sectors. 
• Leading crisis communications - protecting our reputation calmly and decisively when it matters most. 
• Translating complex policy and social care issues into accessible, powerful content for diverse audiences. 
• Collaborating closely with our Head of Influencing, Policy and Public Affairs to align media work with policy goals. 
• Working with our Partnerships & Communities team to turn high-profile community programmes and brand partnerships into media ready stories.
• Supporting and developing confident spokespeople at every level of the organisation.
• Monitoring coverage, producing insight-driven reports and keeping senior leaders informed on media trends and reputational risks. 

Our ideal candidate:

• ​Track record - Proven experience in a PR, media or communications role in the charity, public, health or social care sector. 
• ​Media instinct - You know a story, you know how to place it, and you know when to act fast. 
• ​Strategy - Experience designing and delivering media strategies with measurable outcomes. 
• ​Crisis management - Experience building proactive processes for reputation risks and leading calm, confident responses when issues arise.
• ​Relationships - A strong network of media contacts or the ability to build one quickly across sectors. 
• ​Storytelling - Exceptional writing, from press releases to opinion pieces to compelling human stories. 
• ​Collaboration - Proven ability to work across teams, influence senior leaders and align messaging. 
• ​Policy experience - Ability to turn complex social, regulatory or policy issues into content that lands with public and political audiences. 

Why join us

• You'll be working for an award-winning charity that’s passionate about ensuring our colleagues and the people we support lead the best lives possible.
• Flexible hours - work 37.5 hours over four days for a long weekend, or across five days to suit you. You can also work from home, with at least one day per week at our Widnes Head Office. 
• A collaborative, values-driven team where your work will be seen, valued and celebrated 
• Opportunities to travel nationally and attend sector events and media moments. 
• A contributory pension scheme to help you plan for the future. 
• Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, financial support options and a wellbeing fund. Retail discounts, holiday deals, cycle to work scheme and travel discounts via our benefits app. 

If you're a bold, strategic communicator who wants to use your skills to change perceptions, influence policy and amplify the voices of people in social care - we'd love to hear from you.

​Please note, if you are interested in this role, we welcome your application as soon as possible! Depending on the volume of applications received, the vacancy may be closed before the expected advertising end date.

We’re really proud to be a Hive HR Employee Voice Certified organisation, a recognition that confirms our commitment to creating a culture where our colleagues are not only encouraged to share their thoughts, but where this feedback is actively sought and acted upon to drive positive change at every level.

In our 2025 Colleague Engagement Survey, 59% (nearly 3,800) of our people shared their feedback and insights, giving us an incredible Employee Net Promoter Score of +34.

The Employee Net Promoter Score is a measure of how willing our colleagues are to recommend us as a good place to work to their loved ones – and a score of +34 is considered a Very Good score when compared to global benchmarks set by hundreds of other organisations. 

Communications and Marketing Lead

Location:Hybrid — Solar House, 1–9 Romford Rd, London E15 4LJ, with flexible remote working

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Salary:£33,439 – £39,888 per annum

Closing date: Thursday 4 June 2026

We reserve the right to close this advert early should a suitable candidate be identified. Interviews to be held on an as-and-when basis, and we encourage early applications to avoid disappointment

About School-Home Support

School-Home Support's mission is "Children in school, ready to learn." Whatever it takes. With 40 years of experience, our expert practitioners work with the entire family to tackle the barriers that keep children out of school, including poverty, domestic violence and mental ill health, building resilience and ensuring education is prioritised. This role sits at the heart of how we tell that story.

Purpose of the role

As Communications and Marketing Lead, you will build SHS's profile and influence across digital, media and campaign channels. You will lead the day-to-day delivery of our communications strategy, creating compelling content, managing our digital presence, driving campaigns, and supporting our major strategy and brand review.

You will be a skilled communicator who can translate complex issues around school attendance and family poverty into messages that resonate with schools, funders, the media and the wider public.

What we're looking for

Beyond skills and experience, the successful candidate will be genuinely passionate about SHS's mission and understand the power of effective communications in driving social change. You will be a confident self-starter who thrives working both independently and collaboratively in a small, committed team.

As an employer, we offer:

• A supportive, collaborative team environment where your ideas are valued
• Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential 24/7 support for you and your family
• Life assurance at three times your annual salary
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Generous annual leave allowance
• A structured induction programme with ongoing training and development
• Access to mental health first aiders and staff networks
• The opportunity to make a real, lasting difference to the lives of children, young people and their families

Safeguarding

School-Home Support takes very seriously, the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. This role is subject to a DBS Check.

PR manager

Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working
Contract Type: Permanent
Full time: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal.

Closing date: Monday 1 June 2026

Interviews will be held Tuesday 16 June in our office in Peterborough

No agencies please

Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. 

Kidney disease affects one in ten people in the UK, yet it still doesn’t get the attention it deserves. At Kidney Research UK we are determined to change that. In this newly created role, we are looking for an experienced PR manager to help us significantly grow our media reach. 

You’ll lead our press office and storytelling function and shape and deliver coverage that raises the profile of the charity and shows the reality, urgency and impact of kidney disease on patients and their families. 

You’ll have a strong track record in press or media relations, excellent writing skills and the judgement to operate confidently and at pace. You’ll be the first point of contact in the press office, with ability to spot a news story and the credibility to build lasting relationships with journalists. 

You’ll also oversee our storytelling function, ensuring patient and supporter stories are handled with care and the right consent, safeguarding and data processes are in place.

Working closely with fundraising, policy, research teams and colleagues in the marketing and communication team, you’ll ensure PR plays a central role in our strategic priorities and campaigns.

If you’re ready to make kidney disease impossible to ignore, we’d love to hear from you. 

If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

About Kidney Research UK:

Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever.

At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments.

Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority.

Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity.

Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person – the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease.

You may have experience of the following: PR Manager, Communications Manager, Corporate Communications Manager, External Communications Manager, Media Relations Manager, Digital PR, Social media strategy, Public Relations, Press Office, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP,  etc.

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Carers’ Resource is delighted to be able to advertise a new role to support carers and those they care for. We are seeking:

Marketing & Communications Officer

Hours: 18 hours per week

Salary: £13,621 for 18 hours and up to £28,000 (Full Time Equivalent)

Location: Bradford, Harrogate, or Craven office with some hybrid working
 

The Role:

We are looking for a creative and motivated Marketing & Communications Officer with at least three years’ experience in digital marketing and communications to help raise awareness of Carers’ Resource, promote our services and strengthen engagement with carers, supporters, partners and the wider community.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference to people’s lives. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting campaigns, creating engaging content and helping to ensure unpaid carers know where and how to access support.

Working closely with the CEO and colleagues across the organisation, you will help deliver effective marketing and communications activity that reflects the values, voice and impact of Carers’ Resource.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging marketing and communications activity across digital and print channels.
• Manage and update website content to ensure information is accurate, accessible and engaging.
• Create high-quality content for social media, campaigns, press releases and promotional materials.
• Support the promotion of services, events, fundraising activities and campaigns.
• Help increase awareness and understanding of unpaid carers and the support available through Carers’ Resource.
• Manage and grow social media channels, monitoring engagement and performance.
• Support internal communications and staff engagement activities.
• Produce marketing materials including leaflets, posters, presentations and impact stories.
• Gather and share case studies, testimonials and stories demonstrating the charity’s impact.
• Monitor marketing performance and provide reports on communications activity and engagement.
• Ensure all communications are consistent with organisational branding and values.
• Support the development and maintenance of the organisation’s brand identity and reputation.
• Assist with campaigns to recruit volunteers, supporters and trustees where required.

Person Specification:

Essential

• At least 3 years experience in a marketing/ communications role including creating digital content and campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing social media platforms and creating engaging content.
• Strong IT and digital skills including website content management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to write for a range of audiences and communication channels.
• Experience producing marketing materials and promotional content.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Creative, proactive and able to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to the values and aims of Carers’ Resource.

Desirable

• Experience working in the charity, health or social care sector.
• Knowledge of digital marketing tools, analytics and email marketing platforms.
• Graphic design or video editing skills.
• Experience working with media and public relations.
• Understanding of issues affecting unpaid carers and vulnerable communities.

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate and people-focused
• Team Player who collaborates with colleagues
• Enthusiastic and creative
• Collaborative and supportive
• Flexible and adaptable
• Professional and approachable

What We Offer

• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to unpaid carers and local communities

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Carers’ Resource is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported.

Closing date for applications: Monday 15th June 2026

Please submit a covering letter with your CV explaining your fit to the role.

WORKING WITH US

The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.

We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.

To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

A rare opportunity to lead communications and brand for one of the UK’s leading education trusts.

As Head of Communications and Brand at the Harris Federation, you will shape and protect our public profile, leading strategic communications, marketing and media activity across a network of 55 academies.

Reporting to the CEO, you will act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders, driving brand consistency, overseeing high impact campaigns, and leading digital, PR and internal communications to support pupil recruitment, staff attraction and organisational growth. You will also build and lead a high performing MarComms function and manage external agency partnerships.

This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll bring the Harris story to life - showcasing our impact, strengthening our reputation, and helping us navigate sector challenges with clarity and credibility.

If you are a senior communications leader with a strong track record in brand, digital and stakeholder engagement, and are passionate about making a difference to young people’s futures - we’d love to hear from you.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Your responsibilities will include:

Strategic Leadership & Executive Advisory

• Develop and lead the Federation’s external communications and brand strategy at the highest level, ensuring coherence across all academies and central services.
• Act as an adviser to the CEO and executive team on internal and external communications.

Brand Leadership

• Own and embed the Federation’s brand identity, values, and visual standards across all academies and external channels.
• Own and embed brand guidelines, tone of voice, and messaging across all channels to ensure consistency.

External Campaigns & Growth Marketing

• Create comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that align with the Federations aims and increase brand awareness.
• Own and develop high impact external campaigns to support pupil recruitment, reputation and trust building, staff recruitment (in collaboration with Talent Acquisition), and new academy expansions.

MarComms Directorate Leadership

• Build and lead a high performing Marketing & Communications Directorate.
• Set long-term capability requirements and lead workforce planning as the function scales.

For a full list of responsibilities, please download the Job Pack.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media or related field.
• Professional Marketing qualification (CIM or equivalent)
• Evidence of CPD in digital marketing, SEO, or communications.
• Significant experience in marketing, communications, or digital strategy.
• Experience managing brand identity and external communications
• Experience in education, charity or public sector.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, SEO, Analytics, and social media best practice.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Strong design awareness and understanding of visual identity.
• Proficiency with CMS platforms, social media tools, and analytics software.

For a full job specification, please download the Job Pack.

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.

Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.

When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. 

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OUR VISION & VALUES

Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.

We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
• Annual performance and loyalty bonus
• Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
• 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
• 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
• Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans

For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.

An exciting opportunity for a dynamic communications lead to shape and deliver impactful communications, marketing, and engagement strategies that amplify the charity’s brand, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and advance its mission to improve social mobility for young people.

Communications and Marketing Manager

The Charity

We're on a mission to help 50,000 young people aged 9-24 years increase their social mobility by 2027. We've already supported 43,000, and we need your expertise to help us to do more. Our proven programmes inspire and mentor young people to increase their fi nancial independence, social mobility and create happier, safer communities. We believe in a world where no-one’s background ever holds them back.

Main Purpose of the Role (Sole Lead)

Strategy & Leadership

- Lead all communications activities, marketing, and engagement strategies.

- Monitor and evaluate strategy effectiveness with KPIs, ensuring brand consistency and report to the leadership team and Board of Trustees.

Marketing & PR

- Drive brand visibility and profi le-raising initiatives by establishing deep-rooted connections with key media influencers and journalists.

- Prepare charity spokespeople for media appearances.

- Create marketing assets that attract, engage, and retain new business.

- Social Media: Create and execute dynamic strategies to grow engagement.

Stakeholder Engagement & Events

- Draft and publish Quarterly board reports, annual reports and other documents.

- Oversee and deliver high-quality event communications.

- Plan and create engaging newsletters and appeals.

- Source and develop compelling stories from stakeholders.

Digital Campaigns & Management

- Website: Develop and update produce high-quality, engaging content.

- Create SEO Strategy, tracking performance and updating website content.

Skills Required

- Ability to think strategically, manage goals, and develop and implement Communications and Marketing strategies.

- Creative fl air and strong communication skills, both oral and written, including the ability to draft high-quality documents for a range of audiences

- Strong interpersonal and infl uencing skills, with the ability to form positive relationships at board level and people from a range of backgrounds

- Enthusiastic and self-driven, able to think quickly, plan and act independently

- DE&I understanding an advantage

Benefits

Hybrid Working

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Communications & Engagement Coordinator

We’re looking for someone with strong writing skills, confidence working across digital channels and an interest in student engagement, communications and storytelling.

You’ll support the delivery of clear, effective and engaging communications that help students better understand and connect with the Guild’s work.

Contributing to communications activity across a range of channels, you’ll helping showcase student voice, campaigns and organisational impact through accessible and audience-focused content. The role includes supporting internal communications, proactive PR activity and translating complex topics into clear and engaging messaging for student audiences.

Working with staff and student Officers, you’ll support the planning and delivery of campaigns, identify opportunities to improve engagement and contribute to a joined-up approach to communications across the organisation. You’ll also help protect and strengthen the Guild’s reputation through clear, responsible and consistent communications.

The Role
Role: Communications & Engagement Coordinator
Hours: 35 Hours (to be worked flexibly)
Salary: £26,586 to £30,142 p/a
Contract: Full Time, Fixed Term until July 2028
Location: Exeter/Hybrid 

Who are we?
Exeter Students’ Guild is the University of Exeter’s students’ union, led by students for students. We’re an independent charity, offering a wide range of opportunities, services and support to help students get the most out of their unique journeys at university. This includes everything from social activities to making sure things are going well on their academic course. We have over 300 student groups and all of our work is led by, and in the best interest of our members.

The Guild is a truly rewarding place to work. Our talented and passionate staff make a real difference to the lives of students every single day, working together to achieve the Guild’s purpose: to shape an excellent student experience for all students at Exeter by empowering them to take their place in the world and make a positive difference. We are looking for people who recognise that the Guild is student-led and share a genuine passion for student engagement and empowerment. If you share a commitment to our values and want to be part of a radically inclusive organisation with a seriously exciting future ahead, we can’t wait to hear from you.

What will you bring?

• You’ll have some experience in delivering communications across multiple channels and working with the press and media.
• You’ll be able to write for different audiences, build relationships and manage a range of projects.
• You know how to simplify complex messages and use data to improve communications. 

We offer lots of great benefits including enhanced family pay, at least 6-weeks’ holiday, sustainable travel incentives, access to exclusive discounts and perks and a free confidential advice service. We’re committed to helping you achieve a healthy balance between your work and home life through a real commitment to flexible and hybrid working. We also provide access to great development opportunities, including a personal development budget for you to spend on sharpening your skills. We’ll also help you to gain valuable experience, ensuring that you have opportunities to grow your career both here at the Guild and beyond. 

Inclusion is central to the Guild. We approach our work collaboratively, empower our people and celebrate our uniqueness. If you’re driven to empower others and achieve great things, you’ll fit right in. Our people are proud of who they are and value each other’s differences, and we are committed to creating a diverse community that is radically inclusive of race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience.

To find out more about this role and working with us, please visit our website.

For general enquiries, please contact us using the details on our website. 

How to Apply?

Please submit your application via our recruitment portal. You will need to provide an up-to-date copy of your CV, and answer the following questions related to the person specification for the role:

1. Please tell us about a time you created communications or content for a specific audience. How did you decide on the approach, tone and channels you used?

2. Please tell us about any experience you have supporting media, press or public-facing communications activity. What was your role and what did you learn from the experience?

3. Tell us about a time you worked with others to plan or deliver a campaign, project or communications activity. How did you manage priorities and collaboration?

Please note:

• We will contact you to let you know the outcome of your application. This can sometimes take a few days.
• You must be able to provide proof of your right to work in the UK before starting work with us. We are not currently able to sponsor employees requiring a visa.
• Applications received after the above closing date will not be considered.

A message from your new Manager

Emma Bayes, Communications Manager

If you'd like an informal chat with me to find out more about the role, the team and what we’re looking for in our Communications & Engagement Coordinator, you can get in touch with me via the details on our website.  I would love to hear from you!

Dates for your Diary

• Closing Date: 17:00, Monday 15 June
• Shortlisting: Thursday 18 – Friday 19 June
• Interviews: Tuesday 30 June – Wednesday 1 July

Job Purpose

The Group Head of Marketing and Communications is a strategic leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering an excellent quality, high impact approach to integrated marketing, brand and communications across the TLC Group.

The postholder will primarily set direction and enable the team to deliver their work, with some direct input into campaigns, messaging and other outputs. 

This role is directly accountable for:

• Growth in key audiences
• Smooth running of the marketing provision of TLC Group including website, social, internal and external comms, press, PR and brands.
• Delivery of high-quality campaigns, on time and to budget, which deliver agreed outcomes. 

The role will share responsibility with others for: 

• Growth in fundraised income
• Performance of commercial subsidiaries

Wider Support

The postholder will be supported by the Director of Development as their line manager, and beyond that the Development sub-committee of our TLC Group Board alongside the wider Board itself. 

There will be scope to shape and grow the internal team if / when the TLC Group continues to expand. Beyond the direct team, TLC Group uses a network of freelancers and agencies and there is potentially scope to draw in their expertise, budget permitting. 

Key responsibilities

Strategic leadership

• Provide outstanding leadership and direction for the TLC Group Marketing and Communications team, bringing energy and drive to our ambition.
• Develop and lead the implementation of a TLC Group-wide Marketing and Communications strategy aligned with organisational goals. 
• Lead on positioning the organisation as a sector leader, enhancing visibility, influence and impact. 
• Advise the Executive Leadership Team on marketing, communications and reputational risk. Plan and mitigate against brand and organisational reputational risk and manage crisis communications effectively. 

Brand and Communications

• Lead the development and ongoing delivery of brand marketing strategies for each of our differentiated brands, supporting the transition to an audience led approach. 
• Lead the implementation and embedding of our new brand portfolio across our organisation including successful application of brand identities, values, key messages and tone of voice. 
• Identify opportunities to increase brand awareness and lead the delivery of these across a national footprint. 
• Set the strategic direction for all internal and external communications, including our Press and PR work.
• Ensure our messaging reflects organisational values, mission and impact. 

Income Generation and Commercial Integration

• Support the growth of our Charity by providing Marketing expertise and developing marketing plans which facilitate our partnerships and charitable income generation work (fundraising, philanthropy and grants). Work closely with our Development and Partnerships teams to deliver this. 
• Support the Group's commercial subsidiaries by providing Marketing expertise and developing marketing plans which assist the subsidiaries to meet their revenue targets. Work closely with our Group Commercial Director to deliver this. 

Influencing 

• Support our Policy team (part of our Development team) developing TLC's government relations work through influencing campaigns, parliamentary events and policy responses. 

Digital and Innovation

• Drive digital changes and innovative solutions to improve customer journeys, supporter retention and AI integrations/automations, helping to futureproof our growing organisation. 

Leadership and Management

• Lead the team to deliver across brands, through effective project management and prioritisation as well as ensuring alignment of stakeholder expectations against agreed objectives. 
• Develop our high-performing marketing and communications team and build connections which embed marketing and communications across the entire Group.
• Establish a network of strategic relationships with key stakeholders across team and subsidiaries to support a one team approach, integrated planning and effective delivery.
• Set the Departmental budget with a focus on value for money. 

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, partners, media and influencers. 
• Represent the organisation externally at events and in the media. 

Organisational

• Support the designated safeguarding lead to ensure all staff, volunteers, trustees and students at TLC Group understand that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Ensure adherence to policies, mandatory training, reporting concerns, and compliance to protect children and adults at risk.
• Perform any other duties within the general scope of this job profile or as reasonably required by the Director of Development.
• Commit to continuous professional development through engagement in specific opportunities agreed with the Director of Development. 

Person Specification

Experience

• Senior leadership experience in marketing and communications. 
• Proven track record of developing and implementing effective brand strategies across:

           - An organisation with a diverse portfolio of services, brands or sub-brands - and/or

           -A charity or social enterprise with commercial subsidiaries

• Developing and implementing marketing and communications strategies that employ a mixture of marketing channels.
• Producing comprehensive campaigns that increase income and engagement. 
• Building high trust, collaborative relationships and managing stakeholders at every level. 
• Understanding and working with diverse audiences. 

Skills and abilities

• Seeing things both strategically and operationally.
• Managing a multi-brand portfolio in a fast faced environment.
• Creating and managing a departmental budget to ensure a good return on investment.
• Excellent leadership, influencing and relationship management skills, including with freelancers or agencies.

Qualities

• A positive, creative problem solver.

What success looks like

In the first six months, we would expect this role to build a strong understanding of the Group structure and priorities, while starting to bring greater clarity and alignment across the brand portfolio and marketing approach. There is a real opportunity here to shape direction early, deliver some quick wins, and build momentum across the organisation.

By twelve to eighteen months, the expectation would be to see clear, measurable impact in areas such as audience growth, income generation and brand visibility, alongside a more defined and embedded marketing function that is set up to support both the charity and commercial aims of the Group.

This role offers a high degree of ownership, and will suit someone who enjoys building, prioritising and making progress across multiple areas, while helping the organisation focus its efforts over time.

Marketing & Communications Officer
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a wonderful charity on a fantastic Marketing & Communications Officer role. This position plays a key part in promoting the organisation’s mission and initiatives through targeted content creation, channel management, campaign execution and KPI tracking

Role Overview
The successful candidate will develop and implement effective marketing and communication plans that enhance awareness and engagement. They will manage content creation and digital presence to support the organisation’s goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver communication strategies aligned with organisational objectives
• Manage social media channels, website content, and newsletters to ensure timely and compelling messaging
• Coordinate content creation including press releases, articles, and promotional materials
• Foster positive relationships with media outlets and partners
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication campaigns to inform future activity
• Support event planning and stakeholder engagement activities
• Ensure branding consistency across all communication platforms

Person Specification

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in content creation, media relations, or digital marketing
• Ability to adapt messaging for diverse audiences and platforms
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Familiarity with social media management and analytics tools

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £30,000–£32,000
• Permanent
• Hybrid, 2 days/week in London

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.

Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Are you passionate about making a real difference and shaping the future of a growing and impactful charity? Kidz Klub Leeds is looking for an experienced Relationships and Communications Manager to drive the charity to new heights and help them reach more children in need across Leeds.

“I often feel up against it in the community, but Kidz Klub is one of the little pockets of sunshine.”

Since their launch in March 2000, Kidz Klub Leeds have worked with children in every area of their lives, in their communities, homes and schools. They currently work with 1250+ children and their families in the most deprived areas across Leeds each week. Kids Klub Leeds believes that children are the community changers and nation shakers and that their job is to help them to shine.

The charity’s vision is lasting transformation through the love of God for the most vulnerable children, their families and communities in Leeds. They work in partnership across the church, the city and beyond and are passionate about seeing those with the least, supported with the very best.

The Role

You will play a pivotal role in telling the Kidz Klub story, inspiring supporters and growing sustainable income. This is a hands-on role focusing on building authentic relationships and creatively communicating impact. As part of the supportive and passionate fundraising team, you will:

• Build a strong, consistent communications strategy and supporter journey.
• Strengthen relationships with partners, to deliver excellent supporter engagement.
• Grow individual giving income.
• Create compelling messaging that reflects the charity’s mission, vision and values.

The Person

You should be experienced, with a proven track record in Individual Giving, communications, PR, marketing or digital. You will understand the power of storytelling and how to create meaningful engagement with supporters. You should:

• Have excellent storytelling skills (written, verbal and visual).
• Be highly organised, self‑motivated and have the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Be motivated by achieving targets and working in a results‑focused role.
• Have strong digital skills across social media, email marketing and online platforms.

Perhaps most importantly, you should be passionate about making an impact, excited about the charity’s mission and the children they serve. You should be committed to raising funds to enable the frontline work of Kidz Klub Leeds to take place and be a passionate ambassador for the charity.

Kidz Klub Leeds is a faith based Christian Charity. Therefore, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practicing Christian, in order to be able to effectively communicate with Christian financial supporters as well as a wider support base.

Why Kidz Klub Leeds?

Kidz Klub Leeds is an inclusive place to work, with professional development and excellent support and wellbeing care in place for staff members. The Leadership Team and Trustees are highly supportive of the fundraising team and are actively involved. This is an extremely exciting time to join and contribute to the growth of this inspirational charity. They offer a great range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave of 6 weeks, plus bank holidays
• 7% contribution of monthly pensionable salary, with minimum 2% employee contribution
• Bonus day of leave per 5 years worked scheme
• Wellbeing care
• Excellent team environment
• Professional development

Please be aware this role is subject to our safer recruitment process which will include an enhanced DBS and references

This role is permanent and full time however potential for a part time or term time only role for the right candidate. The role will include some out of office hours (e.g. some evenings and weekends for presentations and events) and travel will be required to events and to represent the charity.

If this sounds like the type of role and charity that could suit the next phase of your career, then do get in touch. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons.

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Jen or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.

Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.

Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.

At PHG, we’ve spent nearly 30 years turning complex science into practical health policy. We are now looking for a versatile Administration and Communications Officer to join our team. 

As Administration and Communications Officer you can expect to spend half your time supporting our external-facing communications activities, including, designing digital and print content and keeping our website up to date. From monitoring analytics to maintaining our house style, you’ll help ensure our policy perspectives reach the right people. The other half of your time will be spent ensuring our office and HR functions run smoothly. This includes essential HR admin (payroll, recruitment, and contracts), coordinating meetings and events, and managing our office facilities.   However, no two weeks are likely to be the same.

Who You Are

You’re someone who loves variety and doesn't mind switching gears from designing a newsletter to booking an external meeting in the same afternoon.

Our Ideal Candidate

• You have an eye for detail and enjoy using different software (e.g. Adobe Indesign, Canva) to create impactful content

• You’re proficient in Google/Microsoft and either know your way around CMS/CRM platforms or are excited to learn.

• You can juggle competing priorities without dropping standards or missing deadlines.

• You’re a team player who is self-motivated, professional, and ready to take the initiative.

This is a chance to work at the intersection of science and policy in a flexible, supportive environment. 

The PHG Foundation is a linked exempt charity of the University of Cambridge.