Marketing & Communications Executive

Job Purpose 

The Marketing & Communications Executive plays a key role in supporting the Clubhouse Manager to promote and develop the Community Clubhouse as a welcoming, inclusive, and vibrant community hub at the heart of the Selsdon community. The postholder will lead on marketing and communications activity while co-ordinating community lunches, events, and volunteer involvement. The role supports increased attendance, stronger community engagement, and the smooth delivery of clubhouse activities. 

Key Responsibilities 

Marketing & Communications 

• Support the development and delivery of the Community Clubhouse marketing and engagement strategy. 

• Promote clubhouse activities, services, events, and community lunches through social media, newsletters, local press, and promotional materials. 

• Create engaging content including posters, flyers, website updates, and impact stories. 

• Maintain and update the clubhouse website and social media channels. 

• Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communications. 

• Support outreach activity to attract new members, volunteers, and community partners. 

Community Lunch & Event Coordination 

• Support the planning, promotion, and smooth delivery of regular client and community lunches. 

• Co-ordinate event logistics including venue preparation, catering arrangements, volunteer support, and activity planning. 

• Work with the Clubhouse Manager to develop new social, wellbeing, and community engagement events. 

• Ensure activities are welcoming, inclusive, and responsive to community needs. 

• Gather feedback from attendees to support continuous improvement. 

• Support food ordering, menu planning, and safe food service practices where required. 

Volunteer Coordination & Onboarding 

• Support the recruitment, onboarding, and coordination of volunteers. 

• Promote volunteer opportunities through marketing and community engagement activity. 

• Assist with volunteer induction, training, and ongoing support. 

• Help maintain volunteer rotas and ensure appropriate volunteer coverage for lunches and events. 

• Support volunteer recognition and engagement initiatives. 

• Maintain accurate volunteer records in line with data protection and safeguarding requirements. 

Community & Stakeholder Engagement 

• Build positive relationships with local organisations, community groups, and partners. 

• Represent the clubhouse at community events and outreach activities where required. 

• Support fundraising events, awareness campaigns, and partnership initiatives. 

Monitoring & Reporting 

• Monitor marketing activity performance including social media engagement and event attendance. 

• Maintain marketing and volunteer databases. 

• Provide regular reports and updates to the Clubhouse Manager. 

• Support collection of case studies, feedback, and impact data. 

Administrative Support 

• Provide administrative support relating to marketing, events, lunches, and volunteer coordination. 

• Ensure promotional materials and information displays are current and accessible. 

• Support compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and food hygiene procedures. 

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) / Measurable Outcomes 

Marketing & Engagement 

• Support the increase of clubhouse attendance and participation levels. 

• Achieve agreed social media growth targets (e.g. follower growth, engagement rates, post reach). 

• Deliver regular marketing communications (e.g. monthly newsletters, weekly social media activity). 

• Increase awareness of clubhouse services measured through enquiries and new member registrations. 

Community Lunch & Events 

• Successful delivery of scheduled community lunches and events. 

• Maintain or increase average attendance at lunches and community events. 

• Achieve positive participant feedback and satisfaction levels. 

• Support development and delivery of new community engagement activities annually. 

Volunteer Recruitment & Retention 

• Support recruitment of new volunteers to meet service needs. 

• Deliver structured volunteer onboarding and induction for new volunteers. 

• Maintain volunteer retention and satisfaction levels. 

• Ensure adequate volunteer cover for lunches, events, and activities. 

Partnership & Community Outreach 

• Develop and maintain relationships with community partners and local organisations. 

• Support delivery of outreach activities to increase participation and awareness. 

• Contribute to fundraising or awareness events as required. 

Reporting & Administration 

• Maintain accurate marketing and volunteer records. 

• Provide regular performance updates and reports to the Clubhouse Manager. 

• Support collection of case studies and impact evidence for funding and reporting purposes. 

Skill Specification 

Essential 

• Experience in marketing, communications, community engagement, or events coordination. 

• Experience working with or supporting volunteers. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. 

• Experience using social media and digital marketing tools. 

• Ability to build positive relationships with diverse community groups. 

• IT proficiency including Microsoft Office and design/communication tools (e.g. Canva, Powerpoint). 

Desirable 

• Experience working in a community, charity, or social care setting. 

• Experience coordinating community meals, social programmes, or wellbeing activities. 

• Knowledge of volunteer management processes. 

• Awareness of safeguarding and inclusive community practice. 

• Food hygiene awareness or willingness to undertake training. 

Personal Attributes 

• Friendly, approachable, and community focused. 

• Creative and proactive with strong initiative. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability. 

• Flexible and adaptable approach. 

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.