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Marketing and Communications Manager
Location:
Hybrid: Primarily based at Cosmic HQ near St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, with opportunities for home working
Reports To:
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Salary:
£36,000 per annum pro rata, £21,600 actual for 0.6FTE
Hours:
3 days per week/0.6FTE
Job Type:
Permanent
Annual Leave:
27 days plus bank holidays, plus office shuts between Christmas & New Year, pro rata for 0.6FTE
About Cosmic
Cosmic is a small but mighty children’s charity, dedicated to supporting the incredible work of the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, and Queen Charlotte’s Hospital, Hammersmith. We provide vital funding for life-saving equipment, specialist staff training, pioneering research, and family support services - helping to make a real difference for children and families when they need it most.
We’re looking for a passionate and creative Marketing and Communications Manager to help us tell Cosmic’s story, engage our incredible supporters, and grow our reach and impact. If you love storytelling, enjoy building strong relationships, and want to be part of a small, supportive team that’s making a real difference, this could be the perfect role for you. You’ll play a key part in raising Cosmic’s profile, supporting fundraising campaigns, and keeping our community connected through engaging and impactful communications.
Key Responsibilities
External Communications
- Collaborate with the team to develop a communications plan to support Cosmic’s calendar of events, income generation and volunteering, taking ownership of its implementation.
- Manage supporter communications through platforms like Mailchimp, including scheduling updates and mail merges.
- Produce and manage the production and distribution of the charity’s supporter newsletter, corporate newsletter, and other direct marketing materials.
- Develop a GDPR compliant method to gather data from families who benefit from Cosmic Service Delivery, to support conversion to fundraising via a Cosmic communication plan and supporter journey
- Create and execute engaging campaigns for Cosmic, based on our service delivery, to generate income.
- Liaise with celebrity partners to coordinate media campaigns.
- Develop and maintain a bank of photographs and ensure media consent forms are obtained and recorded appropriately.
- Assist fundraising teams in sourcing free advertising opportunities for events, such as community group emails and online platforms.
- Working with internal and external stakeholders to deliver and maximise media opportunities and campaigns that help raise awareness of the Cosmic’s services
- Writing press releases for local, regional and national press covering Cosmic service delivery, events and fundraising campaigns.
- Plan and execute events designed for stewardship and engagement alongside the Cosmic Events Team.
- Support in the development and delivery of the Cosmic ambassador strategy
Internal Communications
- Work closely with supporters, NHS staff, and the NHS Imperial Trust to gather compelling patient, family, unit, and staff stories for promotional purposes.
- Be a visible presence on the wards, building relationships to develop case studies, improve communication, and identify opportunities for collaboration.
- Keep charity notice boards updated with promotional material.
- Contribute to the quarterly Trustee report.
- Ensure that all communication is clearly logged on the Cosmic CRM solution, Donorfy.
Digital
- Manage Cosmic’s social media channels, developing and implementing a consistent and engaging social media plan to promote the charity’s work, events, and fundraising initiatives effectively.
- Digital transformation of the Cosmic website and other digital channels with a consistent and clear brand, ensuring optimal user experience.
- Create engaging and consistent digital designs for all marketing materials on Canva.
Branding and Merchandising
- Design and create a new range of fundraising merchandise and marketing materials to promote the Cosmic brand.
- Support the fundraising team by developing high-quality materials for proposals, events, and activities, and assist in promoting these initiatives.
- Develop and formalise a clear Cosmic Tone of Voice and charity branding, establishing guidelines for how Cosmic presents itself both internally and externally to ensure consistency and alignment with its mission and values.
- Build a Cosmic library of “curated content” with aligned descriptions of who we are and what we do, tailored for different audiences.
- Ensure all internal templates (letterheads, email signatures etc) use the correct colour palette, format and logo.
Administration
- Build a process to balance and prioritise the requirements and request for digital, marketing and communication support from the Cosmic Team
- Respond effectively to incoming telephone calls and emails, ensuring all inquiries are handled professionally.
- Maintain and update the charity’s database of contacts and supporters, taking the lead in implementing changes to improve data recording and analysis.
- Provide support to charity volunteers during activities.
- Develop engaging and relevant supporter journeys using Cosmic audience personas.
- Regular development and gathering of Cosmic case study materials.
- Evaluate the success of campaigns, setting and tracking key metrics, feeding learnings back into future work in a cycle of continuous improvement.
- Prepare and deliver regular, meaningful reporting on communications, to assist and drive strategic communications and marketing decision making.
General
- Build relationships across Cosmic, NHS units, and key stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaboration.
- Stay informed about fundraising sector trends and identify ways to apply them to Cosmic’s work.
- Undertake any other tasks commensurate with the role, adhering to the charity’s time-in-lieu policy.
- Support PICU/NICU with day-to-day needs, including celebrating milestones, organising activities, or assisting families with specific requirements.
Who We’re Looking For
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Previous experience in a marketing or communications role, ideally working within the charity sector.
- Proven success designing and delivering communications plans and campaigns.
- Experience of successfully pitching stories or collaborations to media, journalists and influencers.
- Understanding of how to create engaging content – both written and visual.
- Understanding of how to develop opportunities for coverage and know how to make them happen, and of media and communication trends, with the ability to stay ahead of the curve.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft engaging content for diverse audiences.
- Strong digital storytelling skills.
- Experience in creating marketing materials in Canva and managing communications campaigns.
- Experience of managing social media channels, creating content that drive results
- Experience of using WordPress, Mailchimp and CRM solutions.
- Confidence in liaising with stakeholders, including NHS staff, supporters, and celebrity partners.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of GDPR and data protection best practices.
- A genuine passion for Cosmic’s mission and values.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Experience in developing case studies
- Previous experience in a charity or fundraising environment.
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
At Cosmic, we’re a small team with a big heart. Every day, we get to make a real impact on the lives of children and families facing the toughest times. You’ll have the chance to use your creativity, develop new ideas, and see the difference your work makes - whether it’s helping to fund vital equipment, supporting a fundraising event, or simply putting a smile on a child’s face.
· 27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time roles)
· £200 professional development budget annually
· Hybrid working opportunities
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Flexible hours. Core office hours 10am – 4pm
To be considered for this role, please answer the screening questions in full.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and responses to the screening questions. You are welcome to include a covering letter if you wish, but this is optional.
Cosmic is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
November 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Mission and Evangelism
The successful candidate will come to serve alongside me and our other leaders. They will bring significant knowledge and
understanding of the Anglican church, the challenges and opportunities it faces in evangelism to those on the margins, and a creative empowering approach to answering those challenges. As Church Army continues its journey of significant strategic reshaping, you would play a vital role in shaping the vision and strategy and then leading the work of Church Army for the next season of ministry. As Church Army reorientates itself towards a much stronger focus on training and equipping for evangelism on the margins, the new Director will be able to demonstrate both understanding and experience in this area. You will also be able to demonstrate an ability to engage in the wider work of the Anglican church, as we seek to work in closer partnership on numbers of projects.
Matt Barlow
CEO, Church Army.
We want everyone everywhere to encounter God’s love and be empowered to transform their communities through faith shared in words and action.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
As a cross-border, cross-culture children’s charity, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to fostering a workplace that promotes mutual respect and allows equal opportunity for all. We seek applications for candidates with diverse backgrounds including, but not at all limited to, family overseas, experience being raised by non-biological parents, ethnic minority communities and people with health conditions or impairments.
Job Outline:
CFAB supports children on the move between the UK and other countries and children who are separated from their family in another country. The complexities of migration and international separation can make many of these children particularly hard to support and particularly vulnerable to abuse and exploitation. We ensure that children in these circumstances enjoy the same care, protection and right to a family life as we would want for any child.
We are the only UK representative of the International Social Service network, and the only charity in the UK with a dedicated international social work team. We are proud to have royal patronage from HRH, Princess Alexandra.
You will lead CFAB’s programme of campaigns, research and advocacy. You will raise awareness of our work to protect children who are separated from their families across international borders by developing key relationships with Government departments, drafting policy briefings, developing campaigns and leading on our public affairs work. You also will produce newsletters, create compelling content for our social media channels, maintain our website and promote our campaigns to key stakeholders.
We are looking for a highly motivated, creative individual who has excellent written skills and is positive, proactive and eager to learn. You will be working in a small team so a hand-on, solution focused approach is a must.
Key responsibilities:
Policy
- Draft policy positions, briefings and internal and external reports as appropriate.
- Identify and cultivate parliamentary and ministerial contacts sympathetic to our cause.
- Monitor Parliamentary inquiries, Bills, debates, parliamentary questions, and government consultations and draft submissions in a timely manner.
- Monitor and analyse government statistics.
- Work with Experts by Experience to shape advocacy and amplify the voices of those with lived experience of our work.
Campaigns & Communication
- Lead on developing our public-facing campaigns, tailoring our key messages for different audiences and identifying ways to push forward our issues through presentations, meetings, social media and other channels.
- Lead on our Public Relations work, maintaining our database and relations with relevant media, trade press and sector leads to raise awareness of our work and our policy campaigns.
- Write and produce CFAB's digital newsletters.
- Produce and track the efficacy of email marketing campaigns.
- Responsibly use digital and AI tools to enhance communication strategies, ensuring alignment with organisational values and safeguarding data privacy and integrity.
Marketing
- Contribute to the updating and maintenance of CFAB’s website as required.
- Design and produce other marketing materials as needed.
Social media
- Manage all activity on our social media channels including the creation of posts, videos and images and ad hoc engagement.
- Track online engagement with CFAB and regularly monitor performance to enable an effective assessment of our communication tools and outputs.
Other duties commensurate with the role as required by CFAB.
Person specification: (Skills, Abilities, Knowledge and Experience)
Essential:
- Excellent written English, with proven ability to research and write accessible, clear policy documents and reports for a range of audiences.
- Passionate about CFAB’s mission.
- A ‘self-starter’ with a willingness to learn about CFAB’s complex cause. • Sound knowledge of the political system and policy making in the UK.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities. • The ability to engage and build relationships internally and externally to CFAB
- A clear commitment to CFAB’s values and beliefs, including the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Desirable:
- Educated to degree level.
- Experience of providing strategic and tactical political and/or policy advice, including to senior management.
- Experience in a marketing or communications role, preferably within the third sector. • Experience using Mailchimp and website management.
- Sound working knowledge of window-based software packages, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electronic mail, and the internet.
- Graphic design skills and experience working within brand guidelines. • Experience in building relationships with journalists and placing stories.
- Familiarity with Salesforce.
Additional Requirements
- Ensuring adherence to necessary legislation e.g. Data Protection Act, Health and Safety Act
- Participation in evening and/or weekend events, networking and meetings
This job description is a non-contractual document and may be changed at any time by CFAB. All employees are expected to be flexible over the tasks/duties and responsibilities of their roles in order to meet the needs of both of CFAB and our service users/partners.
CFAB exists to ensure that every child in the UK has the right to care, protection and family life, no matter where they come from.



We're looking for an enthusiastic Research and Engagement Officer to plan and deliver engagement and research for our core and project work. This role involves listening and reaching out into communities to understand the experiences and concerns of local people using health and social care services and presenting this feedback to those planning and running services.
An ideal candidate is someone who walks into a room full of strangers and comes out with contacts, stories and having built a trusting connection. This role will include going out to geographical and communities of interest with an aim of making sure that we hear from all of the diverse communities of Wakefield District.
We recognise that research can be a term that puts people off, but we want to make research accessible and manageable for everyone. So, put simply, our research projects are always focussed on hearing from a specific community and we use different methods to reach them effectively and to capture their comments in ways that resonate and have impact.
Purpose
To plan and deliver engagement and research for Healthwatch Wakefield’s core and project work. To understand the experiences and concerns of people using health and social care services in Wakefield District and represent this feedback to service providers and commissioners. The role involves some analysis of data and intelligence to influence change and improve services.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
This is a dynamic role with lots of opportunity to make it your own. We have a small team of Research and Engagement Officers, and each works slightly differently to achieve the shared goal of reaching out and exploring ways to capture and interpret the experiences of people who use local services. The main functions are:
- Engagement
- Research and Project Management
- Data and Intelligence Analysis
Person specification
Essential Criteria:
- Experience of engagement, particularly with seldom heard groups and communities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Capable of working independently and managing a varied workload.
- Experience of using various engagement methodologies, including surveys, focus groups, interviews, and community meetings.
- Experience working with, networking, and developing partnerships with a range of people, including project stakeholders, diverse community groups, and other organisations.
- Experience using various research and engagement methodologies, including surveys, focus groups, interviews, and community meetings.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Word.
- Commitment to the principles and values of Healthwatch.
- Demonstrates empathy, integrity, and a drive to influence positive change in health and social care.
- Willingness to travel within the Wakefield area.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience in data analysis, both quantitative and qualitative.
- Experience producing impact-focused reports and summary documents.
- Familiarity with local services and community needs.
- Knowledge of the voluntary and community sector, especially in Wakefield District.
- Good understanding of health and social care sectors, especially within the Wakefield area.
Your local health and social care champion
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill is working with a London based charity, who is partnering with Harris Hill to find them a Head of Communications who can start ASAP, for 6 to 12 months, on a full time basis.
We’re looking for someone with strong internal communications experience as well as leadership skills, the team have been through a lot of change and require someone who can pull them together, but also, have a lot of internal changes being planned with an internal communications strategy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and deliver Communications strategy to deliver strategic objectives, in particular to raise our profile and improve understanding and reach of our work.
Lead, motivate and manage the Communications team to ensure delivery of the strategy and support the professional development of individual team members.
Work with the branch network where needed to act as liaison with regional and local media outlets to ensure PR opportunities are maximised
Act as the main POC for crisis comms planning with support from Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications (DFMC) and Deputy Director of Marketing and Communications (DDMC)
Act as the main POC for the crisis comms risk register and work with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure this is kept updated.
Ensure media training needs across the organisation are met and that anyone being interviewed by a media outlet is appropriately briefed and coached.
Accountable for the development, delivery and evaluation of the internal and change communications strategy that engages, motivates and informs employees and volunteers, ensuring organisations vision, mission, values and Standards remain at the forefront of delivery
Manage relationships with the organisations Celebrity Ambassadors as well as source new ones
Respond to political engagement requests where necessary.
Ensure that the senior management team is kept up to date with the latest relevant developments in national and regional government
Ensure that any crises which affect the wider sector are coordinated with counterparts at other organisations.
Consult on policy documents and coordinate the response from across the senior management team.
Manage the out of hours press office ensuring that there is the opportunity for the organisations network to speak to a press officer 24/7
Promote, maintain and protect brand, specifically supporting the branch network with reputational management issues and complaints as they arise
Ensure that any PR and digital communications and social media channels are aligned, appropriate and ‘on point’, helping to create relevant, integrated and timely messaging for their content
Plan, monitor and control budgets and resources to achieve agreed objectives
Work closely with the Head of Marketing, Head of Design, Head of Supporter Engagement, and wider teams to develop impactful, integrated campaigns which deliver joint objectives as part of the wider marketing and communications strategy.
Develop strong, collaborative relationships across the organisation and with key external stakeholders and partners.
Manage relationships with external agencies to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget and achieve agreed evaluation metrics.
This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of duties. The need for flexibility is required and the post holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.
If you feel you are able to deliver and add value to this list of responsibilities, please get in touch for a full JD and details about the personal specification
Location: Home Based with regular national travel
Since 1962 the National Autistic Society has been campaigning to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people. In National Programmes we champion the rights and interests of autistic people and their families, making sure national policy and legislation to reflect their needs. We provide autism training and best practice services and want all autistic people to have access to services and support that fully meet their needs. We provide diagnostic services, training, accreditation, consultancy and conferences, designed to support all professionals and organisations.
The Supporter Fundraising team is responsible for managing and growing all supporter-led fundraising activity, including third-party challenge events, community fundraising, and our own portfolio of fundraising events. Together, our work generates over £1 million in income each year—vital funds that help the National Autistic Society achieve its mission: a society that works for autistic people.
Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do:
Who we are looking for:
We are seeking a proactive and creative Senior Events Fundraising Officer to join our dynamic team on a permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about events fundraising and eager to take ownership of a diverse portfolio. You’ll play a key role in developing new fundraising events, supporting and inspiring colleagues, and delivering excellent supporter experiences that maximise income and impact.
The role will involve:
- Leading on a portfolio of owned and third-party fundraising events, including feasibility research, planning, marketing, participant recruitment, logistics, budgeting, and evaluation.
- Taking a lead role in the development of new fundraising events in collaboration with the Innovation Team, from research and proposals through to approval, delivery and evaluation.
- Providing first-class supporter care, ensuring participants feel valued and engaged, and that income and expenditure targets are met or exceeded.
- Working closely with marketing, press and PR colleagues to create and implement event promotion and communications plans, across both traditional and digital channels.
- Line managing and supporting Events Officers where appropriate, and deputising for the Events Fundraising Manager when required.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and event providers to ensure effective delivery and the best possible experience for supporters.
- Overseeing volunteer recruitment and stewardship plans to increase engagement and retention.
The successful candidate will bring:
- Experience of planning and delivering fundraising events, with proven ability to meet financial targets.
- Strong relationship-building skills, with confidence in working with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- A creative, innovative mindset and a passion for developing new fundraising opportunities.
- A commitment to delivering outstanding supporter care and improving supporter journeys.
This is a full-time, permanent role, for 35 hours per week. The salary for this position is £32,577 per year.
To view the full job description please click
What we can offer you:
- Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Excellent induction, training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences
- Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits such as cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan & shopping discounts for places such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys, Halfords, Nike, Apple and loads more!
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Life Assurance at 2 x base salary
- A portfolio of fantastic new salary sacrifices benefits and other flexible benefits private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice scheme, activity pass, holiday trading, enhanced pension & salary deduct loans (eligibility criteria may apply)
- Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling programme
- Free access to the Headspace App – a global leader in mindfulness and you can enrol up to three friends or family for free!
- Eligibility for a Blue Light Card
Where you will be working:
City Road, London / Homeworking / Hybrid
(Up to 20% national travel, including some evenings and weekends, as required.)
About our application process:
When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.
For more information about this job, please contact Jonathan Littledale – Events Fundraising Manager ( ########### )
We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
For some roles, successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks.
Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism.
The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer
An exciting opportunity to engage the media and drive real change. Join the Dignity in Dying team and help lead a national campaign for assisted dying law reform.
· Dignity in Dying is the UK’s leading campaign for assisted dying law reform. We fight for a compassionate assisted dying law for terminally ill, mentally competent adults. We are a national campaign and membership organisation campaigning for change across the UK.
· Compassion in Dying is a national charity working to amplify people’s voices, shift attitudes and drive changes to the healthcare system so people’s end-of-life decisions are heard, understood and respected when it matters most. We support people to start honest conversations about death and dying, and record and revisit their wishes whenever they want to.
The role
We are looking for an experienced, proactive media professional to join our team during a crucial phase of Dignity in Dying’s campaign. We welcome applicants with a strong news-sense, political nous and a flair for story-telling who can use the media and other channels to effectively influence a range of audiences. At a pivotal time for the movement for choice at the end of life, the successful candidate will be a team-player who can communicate complex subject matter in compelling and creative ways, keep abreast of media and political trends, support the delivery of national and regional comms plans and champion the voices of terminally ill people and bereaved families - both inside and outside Parliament.
Key responsibilities
- Support the Campaigns and Communications team in monitoring, evaluating and securing media coverage, along with developing and rolling out campaign activities.
- Assist in the efficient running of the press office including responding to incoming media enquiries in a timely manner, drafting and issuing media comments, compiling spokesperson briefings, and building and maintaining media lists.
- Oversee our media monitoring and its timely dissemination to staff, stakeholders and supporters, identifying where reactive responses are necessary or where there are proactive opportunities.
- Use the media monitoring to understand different media outlets' tone and framing of the issue, how this can impact our messaging and influence further opportunities for the campaign.
- Act as key point of contact with relevant suppliers, i.e. media monitoring providers, to ensure efficiency and value for money, identifying and acting upon opportunities for improvement.
- Support the organisation’s work with terminally ill people and bereaved relatives who act as personal stories and spokespeople for our campaigns, projects and programmes, namely by responding to those who get in touch to share their experience in a professional, sensitive and timely manner, assessing suitability for media or other campaign work, and triaging to other members of the team where appropriate.
- Maintain and update the personal story database to ensure usability and access from relevant members of the team while ensuring GDPR is upheld.
- Work with the Media & Campaigns Officer to secure local and regional coverage of personal stories, influential figures, local campaign activity and relevant research, informed by our national media strategy and plans.
- Work closely with the Officer and Manager to plan media logistics for demonstrations, liaising with journalists, being proactive to ensure the smooth running of the event, and supporting personal stories and spokespeople.
About you
Essential Experience
• Experience of working in a media and/or campaigns role.
• Demonstrable creative skills and ability to develop new ideas.
• Good organisational skills and experience of working flexibly and nimbly to focus on a variety of tasks.
• Past examples of being able to work with minimal direction and with own initiative.
Desirable Experience
• Demonstrable ability to turn complex arguments into clear, concise and engaging messages understandable to a range of audiences.
• An interest in politics, current affairs and debates on legal and ethical issues.
• Experience of monitoring and analysing media coverage, and drafting and issuing comment to the media.
• Experience of dealing with sensitive subject matter and interacting with advocates, campaigners or service users with personal experiences.
Skills and Abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to communicate persuasively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Good interpersonal skills including the ability to build and manage relations with journalists, case studies, patrons and other supporters more generally and the ability to work constructively in a team.
• Ability to empathise with people who may be distressed and in difficult circumstances.
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own work to manage conflicting priorities and ensure deadlines and objectives are met.
• Excellent attention to detail and good IT skills, including databases, excel spreadsheets, word-processing, e-mail and internet.
• Willingness and ability to develop new skills and assimilate new information.
Values
· Commitment to Dignity in Dying’s vision and mission.
· Commitment to Compassion in Dying’s vision and mission.
Organisational behaviours
Leading by example - You lead by example through your behaviours and motivate others through your professional approach to work.
Trust and respect others - You are aware of your impact on others and treat other people with kindness and respect. You value diversity and listen carefully to understand the views of others.
Proactive and supportive team member - You work with others to reach a common goal by sharing information and supporting
colleagues.
Strive to be the best - With a positive attitude, you work to a high standard to meet personal and organisational expectations.
Responsibility and initiative - You take ownership of your work and take responsibility for your actions and decisions. You use your initiative and take pride in what you do.
We are the leading UK movement for end-of-life choice. We campaign for a safe and compassionate law for terminally ill, mentally competent adults.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Terms: 0.6 FTE, 3 days per week; one year contract, with possibility for extension
Salary: £24,000 - £38,000 per annum, depending on experience
Location:Remote working
Start Date:5th January 2026, or sooner by agreement
Line Manager:Communications Manager
Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK.
Closing Date: 07 December 2025
About BASIC
BASIC is an independent, non-profit think tank working to safeguard humanity and Earth’s ecosystem from nuclear risks and interconnected security threats, for generations to come. Our vision is for a global security consensus founded on multilateralism, the recognition of the indivisibility of security, an adherence to Earth’s planetary boundaries, and the consideration of future generations
For nearly 40 years, we have developed a global reputation for groundbreaking dialogue and incisive thought leadership to strengthen international peace and security. We comprise an intellectually and culturally diverse team of 20 expert-practitioners with deep and wide-ranging institutional experience, headquartered in London with additional presences in Berlin and Rome. We are independent, receive no core funding from any state, and our project work is funded transparently.
BASIC's approach to resolving contemporary nuclear dynamics is centred on dialogue as both a practice and a philosophy. We interpret dialogue broadly, recognising that meaningful engagement takes many forms: from facilitating direct strategic conversations between adversaries grounded in conflict resolution principles, to developing networks and diplomatic initiatives that build consensus around shared objectives, to shaping the intellectual foundations of policy discourse through rigorous research and thought leadership.
BASIC is a fast-paced and rewarding environment in which to work, with an exceptionally-positive and inclusive team culture. We have experienced rapid growth over the past decade, and we are well-suited to people who are motivated by our mission, able to work at a sustained pace, keen to develop professionally, and enjoy being part of a collaborative team working on consequential issues.
What We Offer
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Competitive salary with room for growth
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30 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays and closure days over the December festive period
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Employer pension contributions of 5% (above the national minimum)
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Flexible working arrangements, with set days (Wednesdays required) but flexibility on hours
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Remote working with option to use co-working space
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1-2 all-staff in-person team away day per year, as well as other in-person working opportunities
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Opportunities for professional growth and development
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Excellent team culture built on respect, openness, and inclusion
The Role
BASIC is seeking a Digital Communications Officer with exceptional design sensibility and meticulous attention to detail. This role is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the organisation's digital presence through clear, consistent, and effective communication with key audiences. The Digital Communications Officer will support the implementation of strategic communication objectives, promote organisational priorities, and uphold the integrity and professionalism of BASIC's online profile.
Reporting to the Communications Manager and working closely with BASIC's programme teams, the postholder will develop, deliver, and analyse the impact of digital content across our online platforms — including BASIC's website and microsites, social media channels (LinkedIn, X/Twitter, BlueSky), and email communications.
Essential Requirements
The ideal candidate will be a fluent English speaker with strong copy-editing and proofreading skills. Professional-grade capabilities in graphic design, web design, newsletter software, and audio/video production are essential for creating compelling online content. We are looking for someone who combines technical fluency with creative flair and storytelling, and who understands how to engage diverse audiences across multiple digital platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
Digital Strategy and Content Management
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Work with the Communications Manager to develop, maintain, and refine BASIC's digital communications strategy and associated workplans
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Ensure consistency in the presentation of programme communications strategies and accessibility for all staff
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Monitor and evaluate the impact of communications activities, identifying successes, lessons learned, and opportunities for improvement
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Prepare communications plans for conferences, speaking engagements, international engagements, and campaigns
Website and Digital Platforms
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Commission, edit, and publish articles and commentaries for BASIC's website
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Maintain and update BASIC's website, microsites, and online presence (including Wikipedia and directory listings)
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Ensure all digital content is accurate, well-formatted, proofread, and on-brand
Social Media Management
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Develop and maintain a content calendar for BASIC's social media accounts (LinkedIn, BlueSky, X/Twitter)
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Create engaging, visually compelling, and timely social media content that advances BASIC's communications objectives
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Monitor social media engagement and use analytics to inform strategy
Email Communications and Newsletters
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Produce BASIC's regular newsletters, ensuring they are newsworthy, well-designed, and properly formatted
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Develop compelling headlines and select impactful imagery
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Use graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) to enhance visual appeal
Media Relations Support
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Develop, maintain, and update media contact lists and databases
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Work with the Communications Manager to document and refine media engagement processes
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Prepare press releases, ensuring they are compelling, accurate, and properly formatted
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Compile monthly digests of nuclear policy and security-related media coverage (as required)
Content Creation and Design
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Create visual, audio, and video content using professional-grade tools to tell BASIC's story effectively
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Ensure all imagery is well-cropped, edited, and appropriately branded
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Liaise with staff to identify the most impactful content for external communications
Additional Responsibilities (as required)
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Prepare programme Q&As, one-pagers, briefing notes, and key messages
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Support organisation of media training sessions
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Liaise with external contributors for website content
Please note: This list is not exhaustive. Other tasks may be required as they arise.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Degree in marketing, visual communications, journalism, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
- Proven experience in a digital communications or media role
- Experience in audio-visual storytelling such as video work or podcasting
- Excellent written and spoken English, with strong copy-editing and proofreading skills
- Professional-grade skills in graphic design, web design, and audio/video production
- Demonstrated ability to manage websites, social media channels, and digital campaigns
- Strong analytical skills, including experience using digital analytics to inform strategy
- Familiarity with email marketing or CRM platforms (e.g., Mailchimp)
- Technically fluent, with creative and storytelling flair
- Highly organised, collaborative, and attentive to detail
- Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Desirable:
- Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field
- Experience working in a think tank, NGO, research, or public policy organisation
- Experience in media relations or crisis communications
- Knowledge of global security, defence, or nuclear policy issues
Working to safeguard humanity and Earth’s ecosystem from nuclear risks and interconnected security threats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a highly experienced and adaptable Head of Legal to join our impactful organisation
At Global Witness, we’re on a mission to shift the balance of power from the polluters profiting most from the climate emergency to the people most adversely affected.
We are an independent, global organisation of investigators and campaigners using cutting edge investigative methods. We shine a light on the financial and political systems that enable that enable corporate abuses of power that harm people and planet.
We are all determined and confident that together we can secure a better tomorrow for everyone. If you are inspired to join us as we investigate and expose abuses of power, tell the stories the world needs to hear and campaign for systemic change, we would love to hear from you.
About the role
We are seeking a highly experienced and adaptable Head of Legal to join our impactful organisation.
The Head of Legal will provide comprehensive, strategic legal advice across a wide range of organisational activities, with a primary focus on investigations and litigation advice.
As an in-house legal expert, you will manage litigation, deliver pre-publication advice, and proactively assess and mitigate legal risks, including those related to intellectual property and data protection.
You will work closely with the senior leadership team to ensure that we maintain the highest standards of corporate compliance, both nationally and internationally, while protecting and enhancing our reputation and relationships.
In addition, as part of our learning organisation, you will play a pivotal role in knowledge sharing and legal training, fostering collaboration across the organisation to ensure staff are equipped with the legal knowledge they need to thrive.
About you
This senior role requires an individual with deep expertise in editorial media law, pre-and post-publication and litigation across jurisdictions.
The ideal candidate will have experience in defamation, privacy, intellectual property especially in the context of high-profile, international campaigning and investigations. You will be a strategic thinker who can manage complex legal issues while supporting the overall mission and goals of the organisation.
You will bring senior experience which includes advising and negotiating on a range of contracts matters, as well as the flexibility to support an evolving and fast paced international and mission-driven organisation.
Working for Global Witness
Global Witness has a talented team of people worldwide with offices in London, Washington D.C. and Brussels.
We aim to be a diverse and inclusive place to work. We value new perspectives, original ideas and different ways of working. We believe that diverse views and experiences improve the way we do our work. We do our best to make our jobs accessible to all regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or identity.
We offer an excellent benefits package including a competitive salary and 25 days annual leave (excl. Bank Holidays). We also offer healthcare insurance, wellbeing days and policies to support you during key life events.
We are currently in the first year of a shorter working week pilot where everyone works 30 hours Monday to Thursday, with Friday off with no impact on full time salary. We operate a hybrid working model which requires at least 2 days in the office.
How to apply
Applications should be made online and include:
- a CV
- Covering letter (no more than two pages) explaining your motivation for applying for the role, along with how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria in the person specification
The closing date for applications is 9am GMT Monday 8 December 2025.
Interview process
Preliminary interviews with be held virtually week commencing 15 December 2025.
If you have any questions relating to the role or the process or would like any adjustments made to accommodate your needs, please contact us.
Equality and diversity
We would appreciate your participation in completing our Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form.
Global Witness wants to meet the aims and commitments set out in its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strategy. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce and candidates in encouraging equality and diversity.
Our goal is a more sustainable, just and equal planet.
Empower with Coffee: Head of Fundraising & Partnerships, Fair Shot
Location: Fair Shot Café, Slingsby Place (Hybrid: 3 days office, 2 days home)
Salary: £47,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About Fair Shot
At Fair Shot, we believe everyone deserves a fair shot at employment. Adults with learning disabilities face one of the highest unemployment rates in the UK, and we're here to change that. Through our year-long traineeship programme, we equip individuals with the skills and confidence to thrive in the workplace, whether as expert baristas or office professionals. Every pound raised helps us create opportunities, break barriers, and transform lives.
The Role
We're looking for a passionate and strategic Head of Fundraising & Partnerships to lead our income generation and help us scale our impact across London. This is more than a fundraising role - it's about building a movement for inclusion.
You'll design and deliver a fundraising strategy that secures vital income from trusts, foundations, corporates, and major donors. You'll also forge partnerships that amplify our mission and open doors for the people we serve. Working closely with our CEO and COO, you'll be at the heart of our growth journey.
What You'll Do
- Develop and implement a fundraising strategy (annual income is £900k-£1m)
- Secure funding from trusts, foundations, corporates, and HNWIs.
- Lead on bid writing, proposals, and stewardship, ensuring compelling submissions
- Build authentic partnerships that create real-world impact
- Represent Fair Shot at events and networking opportunities, raising our profile and generating new leads
- Report on progress to the Board and help shape our future
About You
We're seeking a dynamic and driven fundraiser, ready to take the lead on this exciting challenge and craft a strategy that powers real, lasting impact. Here's what you'll bring:
- Proven experience in fundraising and partnership development, with a strong track record of success.
- A strategic thinker who can turn ideas into action.
- Exceptional relationship-building skills, able to inspire and influence senior stakeholders.
- Skilled in bid writing and pitching, with a clear, persuasive style.
- Entrepreneurial, proactive, and driven by results-and by purpose.
Benefits
We offer a brilliant benefits package including:
- 30 days paid holiday (including Bank Holidays) + one Friday off each month
- Flexible working (3 days office, 2 days home)
- Free beverages and staff lunch at the café
- Training and career development opportunities
How to Apply
If this role sounds like your perfect next move, one where you will lead fundraising for a wonderful, impactful charity that's changing lives, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter with the subject line : Head of Fundraising Application.
Applications should be addressed to Bianca Tavella, CEO Fair Shot
The closing date for applications is Friday 12th December 9am.
Terms: 30 hours per week / 0.8 FTE, 4 days per week; two year contract with possibility for extension
Salary: £41,200 - £56,650
Location: Remote working and quarterly in-person team away days.
Start Date: 5th January 2025
Line Manager: Executive Director
Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK.
Closing Date: 14 December 2025
About BASIC
BASIC is an independent, non-profit think tank working to safeguard humanity and Earth's ecosystem from nuclear risks and interconnected security threats, for generations to come. Our vision is for a global security consensus founded on multilateralism, the recognition of the indivisibility of security, adherence to Earth's planetary boundaries, and consideration of future generations.
For nearly 40 years, we have built a global reputation for groundbreaking dialogue and incisive thought leadership to strengthen international peace and security. We are an intellectually and culturally diverse team of 20 expert-practitioners with deep institutional experience, headquartered in London with additional presences in Berlin and Rome. We are independent, receive no core funding from any state, and our project work is funded transparently.
BASIC's approach to resolving contemporary nuclear dynamics is centred on dialogue as both a practice and a philosophy. We interpret dialogue broadly, recognising that meaningful engagement takes many forms: from facilitating direct strategic conversations between adversaries grounded in conflict resolution principles, to developing networks and diplomatic initiatives that build consensus around shared objectives, to shaping the intellectual foundations of policy discourse through rigorous research and thought leadership.
BASIC is a fast-paced and rewarding environment with an exceptionally positive and inclusive team culture. We have experienced rapid growth over the past decade and are well-suited to people who are motivated by our mission, able to work at a sustained pace, keen to develop professionally, and enjoy being part of a collaborative team working on consequential issues.
What We Offer
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Competitive salary with room for growth
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30 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays and closure days over the December festive period
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Employer pension contributions of 5% (above the national minimum)
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Flexible working arrangements, with set days (Wednesdays required) but flexibility on hours
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Remote working with option to use co-working space
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1-2 all-staff in-person team away day per year, as well as other in-person working opportunities
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Opportunities for professional growth and development
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Excellent team culture built on respect, openness, and inclusion
The Role
BASIC is seeking an experienced and strategic Communications Manager to lead and implement effective communication strategies that amplify our mission, enhance our brand identity, and strengthen engagement with key audiences. The ideal candidate will have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, a proactive approach to storytelling, and the ability to collaborate across the organisation to ensure clear, consistent, and impactful messaging.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Communications Manager will play a central role in shaping BASIC’s external presence, working across programmes to craft compelling narratives for social media, the website, and other digital platforms, as well as press contacts.
The Communications Manager will be the point of contact for all communication activity and will be responsible for setting the strategy and communicating this to the team. As an organisation, BASIC is keen to develop brand identity, particularly amongst our programmes and the Communications Manager will be instrumental in developing this work.
Key Responsibilities
Organisational Communications & Strategy
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Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with BASIC’s mission and objectives including a strong link to impact.
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Lead the evolution of our social media strategy, ensuring increased engagement and impact.
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Develop and implement strategic online communication plans to enhance BASIC’s digital presence, ensuring consistent and engaging messaging across all platforms.
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Oversee BASIC’s branding and identity development, ensuring consistency across programmes and platforms. This includes: organisational brand asset, image, review and refresh.
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Act as BASIC’s press officer, managing media engagement, journalistic contacts, and public relations.
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Plan and execute BASIC’s website redevelopment strategy, including better functionality for fundraising efforts and overseeing all aspects of website content/management.
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Draft, edit, and manage organisational newsletters using MailChimp/MailerLite, ensuring clear, engaging, and audience-focused content that aligns with BASIC’s communications strategy.
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Provide communications training to staff, fostering a culture of shared responsibility for communications.
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Create promotional materials to advance BASIC’s initiatives.
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Strengthen BASIC’s internal and external communications, ensuring alignment with key stakeholders.
Programme Responsibilities
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Develop and execute tailored communications plans for specific programmes, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and effective audience engagement.
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Collaborate with programme teams to create and distribute engaging content that highlights programme achievements and key messages
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Work with programme teams to define the strategy, vision and purpose of newsletters
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Coordinate programme events (virtual and in-person), in terms of communications outreach to increase visibility and structuring of success stories
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Support the creation of digital content (social media posts, website updates, videos, etc.) to promote programme activities and initiatives
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Assist with publishing programme reports including proofing and providing guidance for branding and imagery
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Provide communications support for programme fundraising activities
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Monitor and analyse communications impact across programmes, using feedback and data to suggest improvements and ensure messaging is reaching the right audiences
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Help to manage relationships with key stakeholders for each programme by ensuring ongoing engagement and support for programme objectives
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Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all programme communications to maintain coherence with the organisation's overall identity
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Marketing, Education, Business, Fundraising)
- 8+ years of working in a communications role
- Knowledge of global security or related issues with linkage to UK policy
- Proven experience in developing and implementing communication strategies aligned with organisational goals and objectives
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages
- Ability to generate innovative ideas and content that engage target audiences and enhance brand visibility
- Strong networking and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience in monitoring and evaluating communication impact through media coverage, engagement metrics, and analytics. Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of strategies and identify areas for improvement.
- Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively across teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand representation.
- Keen eye for detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality in all communications materials
Desirable:
- Experience in crisis communications, including drafting statements and managing sensitive issues.
Why Join BASIC?
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the communications strategy of a respected international security think tank. If you are a creative, strategic, and proactive communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Working to safeguard humanity and Earth’s ecosystem from nuclear risks and interconnected security threats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Cardiomyopathy UK
Cardiomyopathy UK is the only UK charity dedicated to supporting people affected by all forms of cardiomyopathy and myocarditis. We provide expert advice, trusted information, and support to individuals and families, while championing earlier diagnosis, better treatment and improved care. This is an exciting time to join a growing organisation with a strong, patient-centred mission and an ambitious programme of work across research, policy, services and awareness.
Role Purpose
The Communications & Marketing Manager will lead our communications, brand and digital presence, ensuring Cardiomyopathy UK reaches and engages the people who need us most. You will shape and deliver high-quality, impactful communications across all channels, strengthening our voice, raising awareness of cardiomyopathy, and supporting the growth of our services, fundraising and partnerships.
This is a hands-on role for a skilled communicator who can balance strategic thinking with delivery. You will work in a highly matrixed team, supporting colleagues across services, fundraising, events, research, and public affairs. You will collaborate closely with the Executive Leadership Team, clinical experts, fundraisers and our community to tell powerful stories and drive meaningful engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Communications & Brand
- Lead the development and delivery of Cardiomyopathy UK’s communications and marketing strategy.
- Manage and maintain the charity’s brand identity, ensuring consistency across all channels, publications and partnerships.
- Produce high-quality written content including blogs, newsletters, web copy, reports, press releases, campaign assets and patient stories.
- Support internal colleagues across departments with communications planning, copywriting and brand guidance.
Digital Marketing (Website & Social Media)
- Oversee content, structure and performance of the Cardiomyopathy UK website, working with external developers where required.
- Manage social media channels (Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), including planning, creating and scheduling high-quality content.
- Monitor digital analytics and provide insights and recommendations to improve reach, engagement and conversion.
- Lead email marketing activity, including newsletters, segmentation and performance monitoring.
Campaigns & Awareness
- Plan and deliver integrated awareness and marketing campaigns aligned to strategic priorities including early diagnosis, patient support services, fundraising and major events.
- Coordinate campaign content creation, timelines and measurement, ensuring campaigns are impactful and audience driven.
- Work with partners, funders and patient contributors to develop compelling stories and campaign assets.
Media & Public Relations
- Act as the first point of contact for media enquiries and support the CEO and spokespeople with interview preparation.
- Build relationships with journalists, sector press and broadcast media to raise awareness of cardiomyopathy and the charity’s work.
- Draft press releases, media lines and Q&A briefs for key announcements and campaigns.
Cross-Organisational & Matrixed Working
- Work closely with the event manager to promote flagship events, patient webinars and professional engagement activities.
- Partner with public affairs colleagues to amplify policy, research and advocacy messages and ensure alignment across channels.
- Support the fundraising team with donor communications, appeals, supporter journeys and marketing collateral.
- Work closely with clinical colleagues to deliver compelling, on-brand, educational and information materials for various audiences.
- Ensure coordinated planning across teams so that communications reflect organisational priorities and opportunities.
Community & Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with clinicians, researchers, patient advocates and charity partners to strengthen our communications and visibility.
- Amplify the voices and experiences of people living with cardiomyopathy through inclusive, ethical storytelling.
Person Specification
Essential
- Proven experience in communications, marketing or digital roles – ideally within a charity, health or public sector context.
- Strong copywriting and content creation skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and sensitively.
- Experience managing websites, digital content and social media channels.
- Ability to plan and deliver multi-channel campaigns.
- Confident in managing media enquiries and developing press materials.
- Experience working collaboratively in a matrixed or cross-functional team, supporting multiple stakeholders simultaneously.
- Excellent organisational and project-management skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
- Strong analytical skills with experience using digital analytics tools.
- A collaborative team player with a commitment to empowering patients and improving health outcomes.
Personal Qualities
- A natural people person, approachable, supportive, and empathetic.
- Solution focused and resourceful, able to stay calm and find ways forward in challenging situations.
- A strong sense of initiative and ownership, with a hands-on, can-do approach.
- An inspiring communicator who builds trust and enthusiasm across teams and partners.
- Adaptable and open to change, always looking for opportunities to improve.
- Demonstrates Cardiomyopathy UK’s values and integrity in all aspects of work.
- A genuine team player who contributes to a positive and inclusive working culture.
Head of Marketing & Communications
Location: Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Hours: Full Time – 40 Hours per week
Contract: Permanent
About the role
The Head of Marketing and Communications plays a leading role in developing the gallery’s brand, growing and diversifying audiences, and strengthening the visibility of the organisation locally, nationally and internationally. Working closely with the Director and Senior Management Team (SMT), this pivotal role is instrumental in helping to meet the gallery’s objectives to increase footfall and digital engagement, strengthen relationships with existing visitors and develop new audiences. This post-holder plays a central role with the Director in maintaining the artistic reputation and profile of Modern Art Oxford as one of the UK’s most ambitious and influential contemporary art organisations, and driving ambitious marketing and communications campaigns.
The position is responsible for developing and delivering the gallery’s audience development, communications and digital strategies, and plays a central role in nurturing relationships with stakeholders, including press, partners, artists and audiences. Ensuring compliance with data protection legislation and championing the gallery’s value of equality, diversity and inclusion are central to this role.
Reporting to the Director and forming part of the Senior Management Team, the Head of Marketing and Communications is a full time position which manages and is supported by a full-time Marketing Manager and a full-time Design and Communications Officer, with freelance support on press/PR and design as required for specific exhibitions and projects.
Principal Responsibilities
Marketing and Communications
- To grow and diversify Modern Art Oxford’s visiting and online audiences by leading audience development, communications and digital marketing strategies that will enable the organisation to build on its brand and profile, and strengthen its visibility in Oxford, the UK and beyond.
- To develop and oversee implementation of all marketing, communications and PR activity including media relations, social media and digital activity, development of marketing and branding collateral, and on-site interpretation.
- To formulate with the direction of the Director a transformational vision for the use of digital technologies to drive engagement and interaction with our online audiences.
- To manage effective and efficient relationships with any external PR and marketing consultants and companies.
- To develop and nurture key stakeholder, media and marketing relationships and partnerships and cultivate new relationships to ensure that our profile is high locally, nationally and internationally, and that our position as a leading tourist attraction in Oxfordshire and the South East grows.
- To strategically develop distinctive and innovative digital content, working closely and in creative collaboration with the Head of Exhibitions, Head of Communities, Participation and Practice as well as the wider Marketing and Communications team.
- To work with colleagues to strengthen visitor experience and engagement, both on-site and digitally, to increase profile and ensure that the organisation continues to thrive as one of the UK’s leading contemporary art spaces.
- To work closely with the SMT to drive audience research, development and evaluation, ensuring that the gallery attracts significant visitor numbers and closely addresses our stakeholder priorities.
- To manage the Marketing Manager and the Design and Communications Officer positions.
Fundraising and Finance
- To attend events at Modern Art Oxford and externally to represent the gallery and build relationships with key external stakeholders. Occasional weekend and evening work will be required.
- To ensure tight, clear, budgetary setting, control and regular re-forecasting against targets working with the Head of Finance.
- To work closely with the Head of Development to support new fundraising initiatives and partnerships as required.
- To regularly review all communications activities, suppliers and resources to ensure best value for money.
- To prepare reports as required by Arts Council England and Oxford City Council and other funders/stakeholders in relation to digital, marketing and communications activities.
General
- To support the work of the gallery in strengthening the equality, diversity and inclusivity of the working environment and practices.
- To ensure team management and cross-departmental work is effective and timely in achieving annual targets.
- To ensure that Modern Art Oxford complies with all aspects of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in relation to marketing and communication activities with audiences, stakeholders and any other third parties.
- To participate in training and development activities as required and assist with the training and development of colleagues.
- To carry out all duties in accordance with all Modern Art Oxford’s policies including Equal Opportunities, Access, Employment, Health and Safety, Child Safeguarding, Data Protection and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policies and the Creative Case for Diversity.
- To report to Modern Art Oxford’s Board of Trustees when requested.
- To undertake any other duties as reasonably required by the Director.
Person Specification
- Experience of running a Marketing and Communications team at a senior level within an arts organisation or similar field
- Experience of leading on mixed marketing campaigns, including setting measurable targets
- Significant experience of managing and motivating teams and being a supportive and encouraging team player
- Excellent arts press contacts and/or partnership development experience.
- Demonstrable experience of audience research, segmentation and development
- A strategic and analytical thinker able to devise, implement and report on strategies and to evaluate data using platforms such as Google Analytics and AdWords and experience of SEO, Content Management Systems, and social media platforms and analytics.
- An ability to prioritise competing workloads and work effectively under pressure in a fast paced and leanly resourced working environment
- Strong project management skills, including budget management
- An inspiring and creative thinker with ambition, vision and enthusiasm
- Self-motivated, positive, flexible and reliable
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A strong affinity with the values and mission of Modern Art Oxford and a passion and enthusiasm for the visual arts, with a belief in the importance of artists and the power of art to have a transformational effect in society
About Us
Modern Art Oxford is one of the UK’s most exciting and influential contemporary art organisations, renowned for its bold and ambitious artistic programme that promotes diversity and internationalism and celebrates contemporary art as a progressive agent of social change.
Modern Art Oxford welcomes approximately 100,000 visitors each year with approximately 15,000 attendances by schools and community groups in creative learning and participation activities. The organisation’s digital content reaches 450,000 through Modern Art Oxford’s digital channels annually. Through a wide range of high-quality content creation and programming, Modern Art Oxford aims to make contemporary art accessible and engaging to the widest audience and to promote creativity in all its visual forms. Over the last 60 years Modern Art Oxford has brought some of the world’s most important artists to the city, and the UK, and has developed an international reputation for pioneering emerging and under-represented artists.
Modern Art Oxford is a registered charity and receives core funding from Arts Council England and Oxford City Council, and the generous support of individuals, trusts and foundations, sponsors and friends.
Benefits
- Pension
- An auto-enrolment pension scheme is in place with Legal & General. Under pension auto enrolment legislation, the employee will pay 5% (before tax relief) and the employer will pay 3% of qualifying earnings to the Legal and General plan.
- Holiday 25 days annual leave plus eight public bank holidays
- Staff discount in Cafe and shop
Closing date for Applications is Midnight on Sunday 14th December 2025
Interviews for the role will be Friday 19th December 2025
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.
No agencies please.
We are looking for a new Head of Influencing to lead Switchback’s work driving change across the justice system, with the voice of young prison leavers at its heart.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the leadership team of an organisation delivering sector-leading impact. You will be growing Switchback’s work to tackle social and racial injustice through creative policy influencing and media campaigns based on insights from our frontline delivery, as well as overseeing our work co-producing research and policy solutions with our Experts by Experience Board and partners across the sector.
We are looking for someone to build on our fantastic progress shifting policy and perceptions – such as our most recent work influencing government policy on recall with insights from our participatory action research and through convening a third sector Recall Reform Coalition to build momentum and a compelling evidence-based case for change.
As Head of Influencing you will work closely with the CEO and your small but mighty Influencing team to campaign for a more human, more effective approach to resettlement. You will harness the powerful insights of Switchback Trainees, alongside the rich evidence from our delivery programme, and grow our collaborative influencing partnerships, including our ambitions to build a national participatory research programme building the business case for a national resettlement framework.
We are looking for a highly creative and collaborative individual with a strong strategic mindset and ability to see the bigger picture, helping Switchback punch even further above our weight. You will bring engaging communication skills and a strong track record of securing policy change through targeted policy work and public campaigning with lived experience at its heart.
You will see the value in shifting wider narratives about young people from poor or ethnic minority backgrounds and understand how to influence decision-makers. Above all, you will be driven to do this by centering the powerful voice and experience of the young men we support and working in collaboration with others across the sector to achieve our aims.
We support young men to find a way out of the justice system and build a stable, rewarding life they can be proud of.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Housing Support Worker
We are seeking committed and compassionate Housing Support Workers to help people build stability, independence and brighter futures.
Position: Housing Support Worker
Salary: £24,335 rising incrementally to Point 6, £24,968
Location: Three sites across the organisation – Southend
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week – Hours will be within a 8 week rolling rota Monday – Sunday with shifts starting at 8am and the latest finishing at 9pm,
Contract: Permanent
Posts available: 4
Closing date: 12th December 2025
About the Role
You’ll play a key part in supporting individuals affected by homelessness to achieve stability and independence. Working as part of a supportive team, you’ll help residents settle into a safe home environment, navigate challenges, and build the skills they need for long term success.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing practical advice, information and support across areas such as tenancy sustainment, benefits, wellbeing, daily living skills and community engagement
- Supporting people to improve mental health, manage physical health needs and access medical, dental or specialist services
- Building positive, respectful relationships with residents based on trust and understanding
- Managing a caseload, completing assessments, support plans and reviews
- Ensuring properties are safe, welcoming and well maintained, following all health and safety procedures
- Helping residents retain accommodation, avoid eviction and prepare for move on
- Encouraging people experiencing substance misuse issues to engage with appropriate support
- Assisting with group activities that promote wellbeing and life skills
- Maintaining accurate, up to date case files and records
- Supporting colleagues with evening and weekend cover as part of a rota
- Promoting inclusive, anti-oppressive practice in all areas of work
- Working collaboratively with partner agencies and supporting press and fundraising activity when required
- Ensuring timely Housing Benefit claims and service charge collection
About You
You’ll bring empathy, resilience and a genuine commitment to supporting people who have experienced homelessness. You’ll be someone who stays calm under pressure and can balance practical problem solving with person centred support.
Essential skills and attributes:
- Patience, politeness and strong self control
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and bank holidays as part of a rota
Desirable experience and skills:
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care, Housing, IAG or a related area
- Understanding of the issues affecting people experiencing homelessness
- Experience delivering face to face or remote support to the public
- Ability to manage challenging situations confidently
- Comfortable using email, internet and database systems
- Able to work independently and as part of a wider team
About the Charity
You’ll be joining a dedicated team committed to helping people build safer, healthier and more independent lives. The organisation provides high quality supported housing and works collaboratively with partners to deliver services that genuinely change outcomes for people affected by homelessness.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Support Worker, Housing Officer, Homelessness Support Worker, Tenancy Support Worker, Wellbeing Support Worker, Outreach Support Worker, Recovery Worker, Resettlement Worker. #INDSCP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.


