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Do you have social media experience within a professional organisation? Would you like to use your skills and experience to support lifesaving research? If so, read on.
As a Social Media Executive, you’ll deliver innovative and inspiring social campaigns across British Heart Foundation (BHF)’s channels.
You’ll take responsibility for:
- Leading on social-first campaigns, including ideation and planning, briefing content production, copywriting, approvals, scheduling, and publishing, reporting and learnings.
- Working with a variety of teams across the business.
Be part of a Social Media team who manages the overarching social strategy and growth objectives, content calendar, content production and community engagement.
There’s a wealth of exciting integrated campaigns to work on, from our ‘integrated moments’ such as Heart Month, to sporting events such as London to Brighton and London Marathon.
This role is an exciting opportunity to help communicate our brand’s values and mission, strengthen our community, reach new and diverse audiences, and make the BHF matter to more people.
Working arrangements
This is a blended role, where your work will be dual located between your home and our London Office.
At the BHF we believe in the power of being together, so our colleagues on blended contracts can expect to spend some time in their office, at least one day each week, on average. The use of our office spaces is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.
This role requires the flexibility to travel and attend key live events, conferences, and locations for content shoots, which will be built into working hours.
About you
As our perfect candidate, you bring experience of successfully delivering large-scale social media campaigns within a professional organisation. You have plenty of professional experience on different social platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest and TikTok.
You have experience of running social media for a complex portfolio, first-hand experience of social listening platforms and experience of campaign social copywriting.
With a passion for social media and a keen understanding of content from a user’s perspective, you have knowledge of the social media industry, social media campaign management processes, and related tools and technologies.
A motivated and ambitious individual with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, your strong conceptual thinking is matched by your ability to bring concepts to life.
About us
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we’ve helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We’re investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases.
We value and respect every individual’s unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day.
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed.
Benefits
To find out more about the benefits available at the BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of our advert page.
Interview process
Please note interviews may be held over Microsoft Teams or in our London Office.
How to apply
It’s quick and easy to apply for a role at the BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you’ll need is an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role’s criteria. As part of the application form, you'll also be asked a couple of questions relating to the key requirements of the role.
As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Summary
Recently named Charity of the Year by Just Giving Awards 2022, we’re committed to moving further, faster to accelerate change for everyone affected by a brain tumour. Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 in the UK than any other cancer. We know that a cure can’t wait.
Do you want to join an award-winning team that’s dedicated to helping those living with brain tumours live longer, better lives? Do you love finding and testing new ways to reach and engage with people across digital channels? Then we’ve got the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your many talents and have your great ideas heard!
We’re looking for a data savvy, experienced Digital Marketing Officer to join our growing Marketing and PR Team. Reporting into the Digital Marketing and Social Media Manager and supported by other experts across The Brain Tumour Charity, you’ll use your skills to drive the acquisition of new supporters across social and web channels, achieving targeted conversion as part of a variety of marketing and fundraising campaigns.
You don’t necessarily need to have worked in a charity for this role — experience with using content marketing and different digital channels to maximize brand awareness, and the ability to manage multiple, high performing campaigns on a day-to-day basis is most important.
Who We're Looking for
Dynamic and solutions-focused, using your initiative to problem-solve comes naturally. You’re happiest when collaborating with others to conceptualise and implement fresh, new ideas to drive results. You’re also an excellent content creator with a knack for adapting content for multi-channel use.
You thrive in a fast-paced environment, get excited by the pace of change of new, emerging digital advertising and social media trends, and embrace any opportunity to adapt them to fulfil our goals.
You’re a total pro at working with and exploring different digital advertising platforms — from Meta and TikTok Ads Manager to Google and YouTube — and always take a data-driven approach when determining the best way to use them to achieve a campaign’s goals.
Working closely with the Digital Marketing and Social Media Manager and other campaign owners across The Charity, you are comfortable using your experience of planning digital media elements of multi-channel marketing and fundraising campaigns.
Key Accountabilities
- Work with the Digital teams to implement tailored comms journeys as we continue to grow and segment our database of supporters
- Act as the lead for all fundraising paid social media and web campaigns, working closely with the wider marketing and CX teams to ensure a cohesive and optimal approach to content creation, targeting, and overall campaign management
- Support with planning and executing on ongoing brand social media and web campaigns across existing and emerging channels, driving continuous reach and engagement
- Develop briefs and guidance to ensure the wider team can supply suitable content for paid media campaigns
- Collaborate with external agencies to drive campaign results, when required
- Work with digital teams to build and report on a ‘test and learn’ approach into all digital media activity (where appropriate)
- Daily management of The Charity’s Google Ads Grant and Paid accounts in order to drive targeted traffic to the website
- Work with wider social media and PR team to develop The Charity’s always on content marketing strategy, taking an active role in briefing teams on requirements for ad creatives (video, imagery, key messages)
- Assist with building and managing retargeting campaigns to promote our range of support services for people living with brain tumours, delivering the right support and information at each stage of their journey
- Produce reporting and analysis on digital media campaigns using analytical tools in order to continually optimise activity and provide learnings to inform activity on other channels
- Support other digitally-minded colleagues across The Charity, offering best practice, training, and advise when it comes to planning and managing fundraising multi-channel campaigns
- Stay up-to-date with the latest social media trends and best practices to optimise content and strategy
You'll be a Great Fit if
We encourage you to apply to the role even if you do not meet all of the criteria.
Experience:
- A track record of developing, maintaining, and optimising paid media campaigns across platforms including YouTube, Google Advertising, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and more
- Success with growing a brand’s reputation, following and engagement online through digital advertising and social media efforts
- Experience of working with external media or marketing agencies and contractors
- Experience in training colleagues when it comes to learning paid social media and digital advertising best practice
- Experience with dashboarding tools such as Power BI, Google Analytics, and Looker
- Experience of working with CRM, CMS and other digital marketing systems
- Previous experience working with influencers and celebrities as part of maximizing brand awareness
- At least 2+ years experience in executing paid digital media campaigns across social media and PPC platforms
- Google Ads certification, or comparable credentials and experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- An excellent understanding of current online marketing trends, strategy and best practice across the different channels
- Ability to use data and experience to develop and execute influential paid social media plans
- Foundational understanding of structuring and managing retargeting pixels, conversion and cross-platform tracking
- Knowledge of social media, web, and digital advertising key performance indicators and how to derive insight from reporting tools such as Sprout, Hootsuite, SEMRush, Google Analytics, and ads management platforms
- Excellent relationship management and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and people at all levels of seniority and influence within the organisation
- Adept at using creative content tools such as Canva, Instagram Reels, TikTok, Adobe Photoshop and other comparable software
*Please note that the responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and this job description may be subject to change as the role evolves over time.
What We'd Like to Give You
You’ll be joining a collaborative, bold and innovative team of individuals who put our community first and are connected by a passion to make a real difference.
Location: While contracted to our office in Fleet, Hampshire, our team supports a blend of office and home working provided you have adequate broadband and IT capability, with an average of 2-3 days in the office each week.
Working hours: This role is 37.5 hours per week, with some out of hours working.
Benchmarked salary: c.£32,000 (dependent on level)
Our amazing benefits:
- 25 days holiday which increases with length of service, plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part-timers)
- Generous pension contribution*
- Life assurance cover
- Access to proper mental health care
- Opportunities to volunteer at our internal events and activities and work with our amazing community
- Plus a brilliant culture to work in, a great team and lots of fun (and cake!)
*subject to qualifying criteria
Diversity & Inclusion
The Brain Tumour Charity is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals belonging to minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ communities, people with disabilities, and other underrepresented communities.
We strive to create a workplace that celebrates diversity and provides equal opportunities for all candidates and we encourage all individuals to apply even if they don’t meet all the criteria.
Eligibility to Work
Whilst we'd love to have you on board, we want to be upfront as we’d hate to waste your time applying for a role where we can’t take you on. At the moment, we're unable to offer visa sponsorship for any of our positions. We're currently seeking candidates who are already authorised to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship, who can remain on a permanent basis.
How to Apply to our Team
Please apply by clicking the red ‘join our team’ button on our website, attaching your CV and a covering letter explaining why you want the role, what you would bring to the team and how your skillset and experience will enable us to make a real impact for those affected by brain tumours.
We are keen to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive so if you’d find it beneficial to submit your application in a different format, please drop us a line at careers@ thebraintumourcharity. org.
Advert close date: 11 April 2024
First interview date and location: TBC over Zoom
Second interview date and location: TBC at our office in Fleet
The post holder will also;
- Contribute to achieving the objectives of The Brain Tumour Charity
- Live and breathe our values by being bold, collaborative and innovative, with a community-first approach to everything you do
- Undertake any additional and ad hoc tasks as required
- Participate in team meetings and other meetings as required
- Monitor and evaluate activities and provide written reports
- Represent The Charity at external events in a professional manner
- Work within an equal opportunities framework
- Adhere to all The Charity’s policies, procedures and working
- Ensure all records are held in compliance with GDPR, The Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice and The Brain Tumour Charity policies.
We process your data in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation. For full details, please read our privacy policy for job applicants.
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About Al Basar International Foundation (BIF):
Al Basar is a leading charity working toward a world free from preventable blindness, where people have access to affordable and sustainable eye care. We are on a mission to create meaningful change in communities across the globe.
The Opportunity:
We are in search of a dynamic Communications and Marketing Manager to propel our growth and amplify our impact. This role encompasses developing and executing innovative communication and marketing strategies to bolster our reputation, promote our mission, and enhance engagement across our audience spectrum. As a storyteller, innovator, and change-maker, you will not only manage external communications but also craft compelling narratives and marketing campaigns that resonate with our diverse stakeholders.
In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for creating and disseminating engaging content, managing media relations, and leveraging social media and other digital platforms to advance BIF’s objectives in campaigning, fundraising, and brand awareness on both domestic and international fronts. You will craft and oversee the execution of BIF’s integrated communications and marketing strategy, collaborating closely with team members and partners. The ability to adapt to a continually evolving workplace and inspire others towards embracing change is crucial.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Communication and Marketing: Formulate and implement strategies that support our goals, combining storytelling with marketing initiatives to enhance public engagement and stimulate donor and volunteer participation.
- Channel Management and Optimisation: Manage and optimise all communication and marketing channels, including social media, websites, and email marketing, ensuring brand consistency and message effectiveness.
- Content Creation and Branding: Develop compelling, brand-aligned content for various platforms to engage our audience and articulate our mission vividly.
- Social Media Strategy and Analytics: Utilise analytics to refine social media strategies, enhancing audience growth and engagement.
- Integrated Campaigns: Collaborate on integrated communication and marketing campaigns that align with and support organisational goals.
- Media and Public Relations: Forge and maintain positive media relationships to secure favourable coverage, managing all inquiries with professionalism.
- Marketing Material Development: Oversee the production of high-quality promotional materials to support fundraising and awareness campaigns.
- Support for Fundraising Initiatives: Generate persuasive communication materials to showcase our mission’s impact, aiding fundraising efforts.
- Campaign Planning and Execution: Strategically plan and implement campaigns across channels to meet fundraising and awareness objectives.
- Strategy Performance Evaluation: Continuously assess the effectiveness of communication and marketing strategies, adapting to achieve optimal results.
- Market Intelligence: Keep abreast of the latest trends in communication, social media, marketing, and fundraising to inform strategies.
Competencies and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in communications and marketing management.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Excellent knowledge of digital marketing, social media, and public relations principles.
- Experience with fundraising, donor engagement, and campaign management.
- Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in utilising modern communication, marketing, and analytical tools.
- Strong project management capabilities and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
- At least 3 years of experience in communications and marketing management, including dealing with and managing external marketing and communications agencies.
Why Join Us:
- Impact: Make a real difference in combating preventable blindness.
- Collaboration: Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
- Innovation: Bring your creative solutions to the forefront.
- Development: Access to professional development opportunities.
- Culture: Be part of a dynamic and empowering work culture
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the position.
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000
Closing Date: 12/04/2024 (23.59 UK time)
BIF is committed to equal opportunity employment. We celebrate diversity and aim to create an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a highly motivated and organised Social Media and Content Officer with a background in marketing. The successful candidate will be a proactive worker and able to demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills. They will play a crucial part in building and maintaining our online presence.
Supported by the Social Media and Content Manager and Senior Digital Manager, they will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to manage our social media presence. They will use their creativity and strong copywriting skills to work with members of the Fundraising and PR teams to develop engaging content for our social channels and continue to grow our presence online.
This role would be a good fit for someone enthusiastic about learning more and creating exciting social media content. We are looking for strong copywriting skills and experience working on social media campaigns.
To be successful in your application you'll need:
- Experience creating content (including reels for Instagram) for and managing social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Youtube and Linkedin
- Experience with social media reporting tools
- Knowledge and understanding of social media best practice and following latest trends
- Excellent writing, copy-editing and proofreading skills, with an eye for detail and a strong command of the English language.
- Ability to communicate, work collaboratively and build good working relationships.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to work proactively and manage multiple projects concurrently.
The following are beneficial but not essential:
- Experience of digital collaboration and project management tools like Trello, MS teams or JIRA.
- Experience in a similar role within a complex organisation, charity, or health/science organisation
What we offer: - Hybrid working (40% of time in the office) between home and Chelsea, London with travel to Sutton once a month.
- 37.5 per week. Some occasional weekend and evening work may be required to cover events.
- A competitive salary in the range of £28-32k p.a.
- A contribution pension scheme
- Training, support, and development opportunities
- Access to the blue light discount scheme
- Range of wellbeing initiatives
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Paid Media Officer
A brand-new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paid Media Officer to join an award winning, nationally recognised organisation within the charity sector. This is an amazing opening for a Paid Media Officer with great passion for all things social media to have a huge impact on a truly important industry!
As the Paid Media Officer, you will have the opportunity to lead on paid media channels and campaign management. You’ll also be integral in content strategy and measuring content performance, to push the organisation forward!
The Paid Media Officer will benefit from a strong work life balance, including a hybrid working environment.
Skills required for the Paid Media Officer are:
• Paid media experience
• Social channel experience (preferably Meta)
• Understanding of campaign management
• Strong communications skills
Paid Media Officer / Campaigns / Paid Ads / Engagement / Communication
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Paid Media Officer to not only learn and grow as a Paid Media Officer, but to also aid the company in further understanding their online channels!
Salary: £30,000-£32,000 plus excellent benefits
Location: Fleet (flexibility encouraged)
Apply now for immediate consideration regarding this fantastic opportunity!
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Events and Communications Officer
Job Title: Events and Communications Officer
Responsible to: CEO
Location: Remote, with requirement for in-person attendance at some meetings and events during the year (travel expenses covered)
Hours: 14 hours per week across a minimum of 2 days per week (flexible days, to be agreed with successful candidate) with occasional out of hours working required (e.g. our annual summer residential camp and twice-yearly family weekend events, with TOIL for out of hours working)
Salary: £23,500 per year pro rata, 2 days/week (£9,400 actual)
Term: 12-month fixed term contract with potential to continue in role as funding allows
Annual leave and benefits: 33 days leave pro rata (13.2 days actual). Employer pension scheme with matched contributions of 5%
Closing Date: 15th April
ABOUT USHER KIDS UK
At Usher Kids UK, we’re devoted to empowering children, young people and their families living with Usher syndrome - a rare cause of progressive deafblindness.
From the point of diagnosis onwards we provide information, support and resources tailored to the specific and unique challenges of the condition. We create opportunities for families to connect at virtual and in-person events, helping them build friendships, skills and confidence for the journey ahead.
Our services are already changing the experiences and outcomes of the next generation: "Our daughter came back from Usher Kids UK summer camp absolutely buzzing - she was confident, proud and talked with excitement about how she is unique." Working at Usher Kids UK, you could help to ensure that every family living with Usher syndrome has access to this life-changing impact.
WORKING AT USHER KIDS UK
Our charity provides vital support to the Usher community. In recent years, demand has grown for our services so this year we are very excited to be growing our staff team. The new Events and Communications Officer will work alongside our CEO, playing a vital role in ensuring the success of our events and engaging with our families and collaborators.
The role will be varied and offers the chance to be an important part of our small and friendly team. We recognise the value that each person brings to our charity, encouraging innovation and development, and we support each other to provide the very best services for our community.
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
Events:
As Events and Communications Officer, a significant part of your role will be assisting in the design and delivery of our virtual and in-person events. These include:
o Regular (monthly) virtual events
o Twice-yearly family in-person events (usually a Saturday in April and in September or October)
o Annual residential camp for 11-25yr olds ( a 5-night residential held in July or August)
Some of the aspects you will lead on include:
o Communicating with our community and other stakeholders, such as venues and volunteers, pre- and post-event.
o Creating promotional and other event materials.
o Registration and organisation of the people involved in the event.
o Coordinating logistics before, during and after events.
Having worked so hard making sure that the event runs successfully, you will of course also be a vital part of the team helping to deliver the in-person events, which is an absolute joy!
Communications
You will assist in the design and delivery of our communications strategy. This will include:
o Determining how best to communicate with our families, including the children and young people, to ensure that we provide the support and services they need.
o Determining how best to communicate with our collaborators, including other organisations, funders and professionals in the sector, in order to continue and improve our offer.
o Managing the day-to-day delivery of our social media, emails, website, promotional materials and media archives.
o Keeping our CRM updated and proactively communicating with our stakeholders.
o Supporting our Governance Team with scheduling and meeting arrangements.
o Monitoring the impact of our events and engagement, using insight gained to identify unmet needs, and work as a team to create a plan to address these needs.
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
Essential:
o Computer literate and confident using MS Office software.
o An excellent knowledge of different social media platforms and the types of content required to drive engagement.
o Experience of website/CMS systems.
o Understanding of printed promotional material.
o Good standard of written English and Maths (GCSE grade 5 or above).
o Good understanding and/or experience of implementing communication strategies appropriate for different audiences.
o Experience of design and delivery of virtual and in-person events.
o Experience of working with children, young people and families.
o Understanding of, and commitment to, the objectives of Usher Kids UK.
o Strong organisational and time-management abilities, adept at prioritisation and multitasking.
o Attention to detail with a proactive approach to achieving and maintaining high standards.
o Drive, determination and self-motivation, with a positive attitude towards work.
o Excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable in team settings and independent working.
o Ability to deliver out-of-hours work to accommodate Usher Kids UK events or travel in the UK and internationally.
Desirable:
o Experience of the charity sector.
o Knowledge of engagement and impact measurement and evaluation.
o Knowledge of safeguarding processes and systems.
Please upload the following to Charity Jobs by 15th April 2024:
o An up-to-date CV
o A covering letter (no more than 2 pages) explaining why you think you are the right candidate for this role. Please ensure you provide evidence and examples which demonstrate how your skills meet the criteria set out in the person specification.
We are actively recruiting for this role, so will be scheduling meetings and interviews as applications are submitted. Recruitment may end early should the right person be found prior to the closing date, so we encourage anyone interested not to wait before applying.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Brain Tumour Research is looking for a Database Assistant to ensure our data is accurate and up to date, for key stakeholders to make informed decisions and continue to fulfil Brain Tumour Research’s purpose of finding a cure for all types of Brain Tumours. The Database Assistant will report to the Systems Manager, conducting regular data uploads, generating reports for analysis and providing basic IT support.
Position: Database Assistant
Contract: Fixed Term Contract – Six months
Location: Head Office, Milton Keynes. We offer a hybrid working model, where team members are expected to be in the office for a minimum of three days per week.
Salary: Circa £27,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Benefits: Holiday entitlement, 25 days per annum , excluding UK Public Holidays, death in service policy, access to a Employee Assistance Programme and option to join our healthcare scheme.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who wants to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK while developing their knowledge and understanding of how data can support an organisation.
As Database Assistant, you will be supporting the Finance and Operations team to deliver high quality reporting and analysis to the rest of the charity. The primary responsibility of the role is to manage data flows in and out of the CRM database.
About You
If you would like to join an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity, with a passion for finding a cure for brain tumours, then we would love to hear from you.
Do you have:
- Experience using a CRM database
- Interest in learning to use new software and programmes
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent communication skills and confident working cross functionally
About Brain Tumour Research
Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.
We are invested in our employees and are proud to be accredited by Investors in People.
Closing Date: 31st March 2024
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Candidates may also have in experience in, or looking for a career in: Data Assistant, Systems Assistant, Reporting Assistant, Data Engineer, Graduate Data Analyst, Junior Data Analyst, Data Entry, Data Administrator
No agencies please.