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The Latin Mass Society (LMS) is a London-based Roman Catholic charity (No. 248388). Founded in 1965, the charity is focused on the Traditional Latin Mass and other sacraments, organising devotional events and training, and maintains an online shop.
Working with the Society’s General Manager, Trustees, and local volunteers, the Communications Officer will drive the charity's advertising and promotion -- profile raising, for membership, and for the chairty's press releases and events -- creating advertising copy and planning its appearance in print and online, including video presentations, and engage with journalists and influencers across all media platforms for the same purposes, managing the charity's social media accounts.
Attendance at some key events is essential.
Status: Self-employed.
Hours: variable, averaging 10 hours a week.
Salary: £8,320 pa.
It is envisaged that the Communications Officer will work mainly from home with some on-site meetings and attrndance at events required.
Key relationships: Chairman, General Manager (line manager), Editor of Mass of Ages, Local Representatives.
Main duties and responsibilities:
· Cultivate relationships with people in the social media and Catholic and secular press (e.g. Catholic Herald, EWTN, bloggers, Catholic journalists, prominent Catholics)
· Put the Chairman and/or leading members of the Society forward for interviews, provide quotations, or compose articles for various media
· Evaluate the success of press and publicity activity to aid future planning.
· Work with volunteer Local Representatives to promote grass roots activities
· Produce newsletters, posters, promotional material and adverts
· Coordinate membership, retail and fundraising campaigns
· Maintain on the Society’s website and social media accounts a flow of news, announcements, videos, and developing resources pages
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
· A good knowledge and understanding of the UK and international Catholic environment and the Traditional Latin Mass
· Knowledge of and experience in offline and on-line media
· Knowledge of graphic design for print and digital content along with basic video editing skills.
· Experience of working under pressure
· Experience of working independently and in a small team
· Excellent and persuasive interpersonal skills
· Creative written communication skills
Closing date for applications: 31 March 2025.
Interviews will take place in London in April.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
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We are looking for an experienced Communications Officer, with a strategic mindset and passion for crafting compelling campaigns and content which inspires action to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping and sharing the story of the Award’s international impact.
In this role, you’ll bring to life the experiences of young people undertaking the Award, showcasing its global influence and the transformative power of non-formal education and learning. You’ll design and execute creative campaigns, produce dynamic multimedia content, and develop narratives that connect to wider themes across society.
You’ll work closely with teams across the Foundation as well as our international network of Operators, equipping them with the tools and confidence to maximise their communications efforts. Whether crafting engaging social media content, producing impactful video stories, or coordinating high-profile marketing initiatives, your work will drive awareness, engagement, and participation in the Award.
Key Responsibilities
- Content creation and storytelling: develop a diverse range of multimedia content including video, visual templates and assets, marketing materials, infographics, and written case studies that highlight the Award’s impact and align with broader strategic objectives.
- Creative campaign development: plan and execute innovative communications campaigns that resonate with global audiences, ensuring messages are compelling and strategically aligned with the Award’s mission.
- Digital and social media management: lead the day-to-day management of our digital platforms (website, social media channels), optimising content for engagement and reach while analysing performance data to refine strategies.
- Capacity building and support: empower Operators by collaborating with them to champion communications best practices and deliver effective storytelling.
- Brand and messaging coordination: maintain a cohesive brand voice and visual identity across all communications channels, ensuring consistency and impact.
- Internal coordination: work alongside Fundraising, Events, and Operations teams to develop materials that support their objectives while reinforcing the overarching narrative of the Award.
- Strategic planning: developing campaigns nd messaging that are backed up by a clear Theory of Change, and underpinned with a communications calendar, internal coordination and forward-planning.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
Our long term ambition is that every eligible young person aged 14 – 24 will have the opportunity to participate in the Award.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.