Communications Manager Jobs

We are looking for a dynamic, confident individual with skills and expertise in marketing and communications to take an active and leading role in raising our profile, promoting our services, demonstrating our impact and managing targeted campaigns and initiatives.

You will be a passionate advocate of children’s literacy, with a strong background in digital media, able to create engaging content and communicate effectively and creatively across multiple platforms, telling our stories and demonstrating our impact.  You will be experienced in creating, running and evaluating marketing campaigns and initiatives, confident in your own abilities, with a creative flair and eye for opportunity.

You will see first-hand how our projects work and the impact reading for pleasure makes and play a key role in telling our stories and increasing our reach and support.

In return, we offer a varied role in a small friendly team, with an exciting blend of strategy and delivery which you can shape and make your own; a flexible approach; and training and development opportunities.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

MARKETING & DESIGN

• Lead impactful marketing campaigns, from concept to execution, across multiple channels.
• Monitor campaign progress, analyse data, and implement strategies to boost engagement and conversion.

· Manage Google AdWords – develop and optimise our AdWords campaigns.

• Develop innovative approaches to increase brand awareness and support.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Volunteering, Delivery and Fundraising to create integrated campaigns for those areas.

· Work with colleagues to create in-house design elements using Canva and/or InDesign for online and offline documents including - flyers, adverts, reports, Annual Review.

· Draft and coordinate content for, and manage the creation of, a quarterly newsletter to our list of subscribers.

· Act as brand custodian for the charity – ensuring staff and partners are adhering to Brand Guidelines.

COMMUNICATIONS

· Monitor all Marcomms channels including the website for engagement and activity – keeping a record and producing a quarterly report.

· Be responsible for the Charity’s website, working with our external digital partner to maintain and develop content and functionality and improve accessibility and reach.

· Collaborate with our delivery and volunteer team to co-create “on-the- ground” content from our projects each month (images, GIFs, video, copy) for publishing across our social media channels.

· Manage a monthly digital content plan – developing and scheduling content according to key dates in the calendar, posting to relevant channels (additional support of 4 hours per week is provided).

· Be the first port of call for the media, passing calls on to Senior Managers.

HR and Line Management

· This role reports into the Head of Operations as the line manager, but involves some matrix management from the CEO who will provide guidance and support in specific areas.

· The role currently has no direct reports, but includes four hours’ support from an existing member of staff

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Criteria

1. Significant experience of delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns

2. Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in writing and in person on a variety of platforms and to a wide range of audiences

3. Experience of social media management, with knowledge of design tools

4. Demonstrable experience of generalist marketing and communications, including digital, written and storytelling

5. Ability to develop engaging supporter journeys that deepen relationships and drive action

6. Effective and willing collaborator, able to work with other colleagues in other teams to achieve shared objectives, and inspire and engage stakeholders

7. Proven design ability, with confident use of design tools such as Canva

8. Able to manage own time and well-being effectively, ensuring targets/objectives are met while work/life balance is effective

9. Ability to see the bigger picture and translate thoughts and ideas into strategic plans

Desirable Criteria

1. Experience/knowledge of the charity sector

2. Familiarity with website functionality and design

Job Title: Communications Manager (Mat. Cover)
Basis of appointment: Full-time (38.5 hours per week) or Part-time
Duration of contract: Fixed Term - until early May 2025
Reports to: Head of Communications and Engagement 
Location: London (UK) - hybrid working 
Salary: £46,200 per annum (pro rata to the contract period)
Start date: Immediate

Are you our new Communications manager?

We are looking for a creative communications manager to cover a short-term, just over four months maternity contract, with an immediate start date in January 2025. Ideally you will have a good track record of creating fundraising communications and comfortable not only with working with different audiences, but also collaborating and supporting our many different stakeholders in doing so. As a UWC International Communications Manager, you will work with our fundraising, education and programmes teams to create, develop and deliver content across all UWC International’s platforms in line with our new 2030 strategy. You will also support UWC’s truly global network of volunteers through the creation of content, resources and templates.  In doing so, you will use your communications skills to contribute to the success of the UWC movement and support young people to access transformational educational opportunities they would otherwise not have dreamt of.

You will join the Communications and Engagement team at the UWC International Office (UWCIO) which consists of six people and will report to the Head of Communications and Engagement. Part of the larger Advancement Team at UWC International, the Communications and Engagement Team provides the UWC movement with strategic leadership, support and advice in the area of internal and external communication, PR, promotion, marketing, crisis communications, alumni and wider community engagement, as well as partnerships with other organisations. The Team has a coordination and support function for teams across the UWC International Office, as well as other UWC stakeholders globally, such as UWC schools, colleges, national committees and governance bodies. 

About us

Changing the world takes passion and dedication

UWC is a global family of schools with a powerful difference. With a shared goal of working towards global peace and sustainability, we bring together young people from around the world to study in one of our 18 schools on four continents. There they don’t just learn how to be great at passing exams. They learn how to communicate across cultural boundaries. They develop the skills to be a changemaker. They design and engage in initiatives that transform their lives and the lives of those around them for the better. 

Our students go on to become leaders in politics, NGOs, social enterprises, community movements, charities, and business.  For life, they remain dedicated to the UWC mission and many of them remain in close contact with us, their school, and their peers, becoming part of a global community of over 85,000 changemakers transforming the lives of others. 

About UWC International 

The UWC International Office serves as the operational arm of UWC International, a UK-registered and Germany-registered charity,  acting as a pivotal entity within the UWC movement. Located in central London and Berlin, UWC International collaborates extensively with stakeholders across the UWCmovement with a world-wide remit , actively engaging with the 85,000+ members of the alumni community. Alongside fulfilling essential functions for UWC International's governance bodies, other responsibilities include the delivery of global fundraising initiatives, creation of comprehensive communications and promotional strategies, strategy development and implementation, as well as supporting the global volunteer network of over 150 UWC national committees and the 18 UWC schools/ colleges.,

What we offer

As part of a commitment to our employees, we offer the following:
UWC International - London

• Generous holiday allowance – 28 days per year plus eight public holidays (pro rata for part-time or fixed-term contracts).
• The standard working hours are 38.5 per week. We support hybrid working and other flexible working patterns.
• We offer up to two days per year for volunteering or up to two days per year for study leave.
• We offer a health and well-being support package, which includes income protection, an employee assistance programme, advice and legal support helpline, remote GPs access, medical second opinions, mental health support, physiotherapy, cycle to work and a well-being calendar featuring podcasts and webinars.
• Perks/discounts portal, which provides a range of discounts across shopping, dining, lifestyle and entertainment, with thousands of offers on hundreds of top retailers.
• Contributory pension scheme, UWC International currently contributes up to 8% of the employee’s gross salary, and the employee must match the percentage of up to 8% of their gross salary. The minimum contribution rate is 4%. This applies to everyone aged 22 and above but under state retirement age, earning at least £10,000 p.a. and classed as working in the UK.

Visa requirements

Anyone who applies to work at UWC International in London must have a work visa before starting employment, in compliance with the relevant immigration rules. Please provide confirmation of your eligibility to indefinitely work or reside in the UK in your application. Any offers of employment made by UWC International will be subject to a right-to-work check on your immigration status.

Application Process

Do you want to be part of our team? To apply, please complete the application form below and submit an up to date copy of your CV along with a cover letter in English (each a maximum of 2 pages).

Your cover letter must:

Outline your experience, skills and competencies against the Person specification section in the attached Job Description. 

Your cover letter must: 

• Explain why you want to join UWC International.
• Provide confirmation of your eligibility to work or reside in the UK.
• Provide the name and contact details of two professional referees, including their job title, email address and the capacity in which you are known to them. References are taken up prior to the second round interviews.  We will not contact your referees without first letting you know.

Please note that CVs received without a cover letter, including the information requested above will not be considered. 

Deadline for application: 23.59 (UK time) on Tuesday 7 January  2025

Interview dates:  
First round interviews on w/c Monday, 13 January  2025 (online)
Second round/ final  interviews  w/c Monday, 20 January 2025 

For further information on this opportunity, please see the detailed job description attached.

Safeguarding Statement

The job holder might have to travel to UWC schools and colleges. Therefore, a Basic DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) or international equivalent will be required before any job offer is made. We will also take up references before the second stage of the interview process. Referees will not be contacted without your consent.

Diversity Statement

UWC places deliberate diversity at the heart of our educational model because of its critical importance in our mission ‘to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future’.

At the UWC International Office, we believe this commitment to deliberate diversity must be reflected within our team, organisational practices, policies and culture. We recognise people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and we encourage and leverage these differences to make our work more relevant and accessible.

We will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background. 

We strive to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment and to act accordingly as we aspire best to serve the UWC mission and our global community. It is an ongoing journey and we welcome all those ready to travel with us.

2025 marks the 10th year of the Weather Photographer of the Year competition – our flagship public engagement campaign. Reaching tens of millions globally and showcasing incredible images of weather phenomenon, the competition enables the Society to share the science behind the weather, make the connection between weather and climate change and highlight how climate change impacts our daily lives.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Communications professional to lead the delivery of the competition, growing its reach and engagement internationally and maximising its impact through compelling content and storytelling. You will be responsible for driving the competition forward in 2025, working closely with the wider team at RMetS and with our partners. 

If you have a passion for engaging the public, coupled with experience of project managing communication campaigns, this could be the perfect role for you. 

What you will do in the role: 

The Communications Project Manager is responsible for project managing the Weather Photographer of the Year competition and delivering an exciting campaign to increase reach and audience engagement.  You will lead across all elements of the project including planning, launch, delivery and evaluation to increase the competition’s impact. 

• Take ownership of and project manage the competition throughout its full lifecycle (including planning, launch, entry phase, shortlisting, public vote, winners’ announcements). 

• Define and deliver key documentation of the project including a project plan with transparent timelines and milestones, assigned responsibilities, defined outcomes etc. 

• Work with the Senior Marketing and Communications Manager to develop and deliver strategies and campaigns designed to reach new audiences and increase entries and engagement with core messages. 

• Work with the Head of Partnerships to build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including new and existing sponsors, partners, judges and subject matter experts, to support the competition’s growth. 

• Work with the members of the wider Marketing and Communications team to ensure that the Society is maximising opportunities to support the competition across the breadth of its channels and activities, including international media, websites, social media (organic and paid), email, as well as influencers and affiliates. 

• Work with subject experts to translate scientific information into content that is easily understood by the general public. 

• Develop content and messaging to engage audiences across a range of channels.

• Write compelling media releases and develop effective media briefs to promote the competition and secure significant media coverage internationally. Identify opportunities for proactive media coverage through cultivating strong relationships with journalists and media partners. 

• Manage and track the competition budget, control expenditure and optimise resource allocation 

 Essential criteria you will need to demonstrate:  

• A minimum of five years’ experience in delivering communications projects and campaigns. 

• Exceptional organisational and project management skills including time and resource management. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with colleagues, external partners and other stakeholders. 

• Excellent attention to detail. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Working knowledge of monitoring and tracking delivery and impact of communications activity. 

• Competent with Microsoft Office packages. 

In addition, the following skills and experience would be desirable: 

• A project management qualification. 

• A marketing or communications qualification. 

• Experience in both B2B and B2C communications. 

• Demonstrable experience of engaging with the media and securing significant media coverage internationally. 

What you can expect when you work for the Royal Meteorological Society 

• 1-year fixed term contract (with potential to extend) 

• Part time role (3 days/21 hours per week); the Society is happy to offer opportunities for flexible working.

• For this role, we’re happy to consider both remote or hybrid working, with an agreement on the amount of time split between the Society’s Headquarters in Reading and working from home.

• 25 days holiday per year (reduced pro rata for part time working) + an extra day off on your birthday. 

• 10% employer pension contributions.

• Salary sacrifice scheme.

• Private healthcare.

Recruitment Information and Timetable:

The final deadline for applications is 31 January 2025. However, we will be reviewing candidates weekly, so please apply as soon as possible!

To apply please click the link and apply through CharityJobs, with a full CV and detailed covering letter explaining how you meet the essential criteria for this role.

Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 16 February with some flexibility for interview times outside of core working hours.

The Royal Meteorological Society values diversity of background and perspective and is committed to treating all people equally and with respect irrespective of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We value diversity of background and perspective.

We are particularly committed to the employment and career development of people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who consider themselves to have a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) and who meet the essential criteria for the role they have applied for. If you wish to apply under this scheme, please indicate this in your covering letter. We also welcome discussion of any reasonable adjustments required to enable you to engage with the application process.

Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life. We believe no one should face financial hardship in later life.

Our Helpline and expert advisers offer free, practical support to older people without enough money to live on. Through our grants programme, we support hundreds of local organisations working with older people across the UK. 

We use the knowledge and insight gained from our support services and partnerships to highlight the issues experienced by older people in poverty and campaign for change.

We would love to find individuals from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds to join us on this journey.

Responsibilities and Person Specification:

The Media Communications Manager is responsible for overseeing Independent Age’s media communications programme, including media and PR, social media, celebrities and stories. The Media Communications Manager will lead the team to secure profile-raising coverage for our work in a range of print, online and broadcast media outlets including national news, consumer, sector-specific, and regional titles. They will oversee our organic social media and ensure our channels amplify our work and reach older people, decision makers and other influential stakeholders.

The Media Communications Manager will build excellent relationships with older people with lived experience of poverty, ensuring the voices of older people in financial hardship are at the centre of everything we do. They will also grow the organisations relationships with journalists, channel owners, celebrities, ambassadors, and other influencers to ensure that our media communications activity supports our organisational objective to tackle poverty in later life.    

You should have broad experience of developing and implementing innovative, successful profile-raising plans (across digital and traditional channels). You will bring an ability to work both proactively and reactively, and experience of handling reputational or crisis issues. You must have a passion for, and affinity with, the charity’s cause. 

For full details on the role and requirements, please review the job description and person specification.  If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all of the criteria in the person specification but you do meet most of them and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. 

This is a full-time role, 35 hours per week, which you can choose to work over five days or a 9 day fortnight. 

What it’s like to work at Independent Age:

We celebrate diversity at Independent Age and champion the differences that make each of us unique. We actively support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. We aim to attract and retain a wide range of talent and create an environment where everyone can feel safe, protected, welcome and included.

We offer great benefits including 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, a generous pension scheme with life assurance, and fantastic learning and development opportunities. We also offer a number of enhanced leave provisions and benefits.

We know that a good work life balance helps us perform at our best and supports wellbeing. Flexible working hours and hybrid working is standard for all (those contracted to work in the office usually attend 1 day per week). But if you need a different form of flexibility, we are always happy to talk flexible working. 

You can find out more about what it’s like to work at Independent Age by visiting the Careers page on our website.

Application Process:

To apply, please visit our website to submit a CV and a Supporting Statement, detailing how your skills and experience meet the criteria within the Job Description and Person Specification (please do not hesitate to contact us if you have specific requirements and need support to apply in an alternative format).

To support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion our hiring managers use anonymous shortlisting. Therefore, please do not include your name, photo, or information to indicate your gender or age in your CV and supporting statement. Please do not omit dates of employment. Please ensure the title of any uploads does not contain your name. 

Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding those we work with. We therefore ask that you supply your full work history with explanations for any gaps in the application documents you submit and, if offered the post, we will require two employment references including your current or most recent employer. A Basic DBS Certificate will be required for this role.  

Closing Date: Tuesday 14 January 2025, 23:59

Interview Dates: remote interviews on 27th and 28th January 2025

The Communications Manager plays a pivotal role in how the charity is perceived in the Learning Disability sector and beyond. We are committed to enabling those who struggle with the written word to understand the world around them and empowering them to make their own decisions. This role involves managing communications and marketing, maintaining databases, and helping to secure income to support the charity’s mission.

This is a key role within the Charity and is a great opportunity for someone wanting to build experience across all areas of external relations. You might bring with you experience in stakeholder engagement, external relations, marketing or communications. Knowledge of fundraising would also be beneficial.

Charity People is partnering with Ovacome to recruit a Communications Manager to join their team.

Committed to supporting those diagnosed with ovarian cancer and their families, the charity provides dedicated help and information. They're also determined to ensure that health inequalities are identified and addressed whilst working with the public and professionals to recognise the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer.

As Communications Manager you'll be heading a small, passionate team of two staff members to strategically manage Ovacome's external communications, brand and public image.

Communications Manager

Contract: 12 months - the role is offered on a full (35 hours per week) or part time (28 hours per week) basis with lots of flexibility around working hours and location
Salary: £40,003 - £45,502
Location: Hybrid between the London office and home or homeworking with occasional travel to the office.
Benefits: 25-day annual leave entitlement (excluding Bank Holidays; 33 days per year total). Monthly external clinical supervision. Training budget. Flexible working on a TOIL system.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15th January
First stage interviews: Wednesday 22nd January, held remotely
Second stage interviews: Wednesday 29th January, held in person, travel costs will be reimbursed

Joining as Communications Manager you will support migration to a new website, be involved with celebrity ambassador engagement and continue Ovacome's growing engagement from their increasingly diverse community of supporters and service users.

Core responsibilities within your role will be to:

* Work with other staff (cross organisation) to agree a communications strategy to meet audiences' needs and increase reach, acquisition and retention of service users and supporters
* Plan and deliver high quality and timely communications driven by organisational mission and goals, and manage communications projects from start to end, including planning, delivery and evaluation.
* Track performance on all communications channels, measure impact and suggest alterations to the approach. Evaluate and report to trustees on owned activities and results
* Create engaging and relevant content for web, social media and email marketing, as well as paid channels
* Ensure content meets standards defined for consistent user experience, accessibility, brand, and SEO optimisation
* Help to manage any issues arising that may affect the reputation of the charity.
* Develop contact strategy regarding communications with stakeholders.
* Work across the team to source and manage case studies from the ovarian cancer communities
* Lead on work with external agencies to place press articles and develop Ovacome's capacity and processes to better manage this work moving forward
* Support the Communications and Engagement team to commission, brief and manage external providers such as photographers, designers, printers and SEO consultants
* Work across the Communications and Engagement team to ensure consistently high-quality design, assets and materials are produced in house
* Recruit, induct and manage members of the communications and engagement team, delegating responsibility for key tasks in the team workplan
* Brief and manage a number of contractors and agencies providing specialist services to Ovacome
* Lead other communications team members through performance management and development processes, setting targets, providing feedback, and planning development within their roles

We would love to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

* Experience of managing communications across multiple platforms
* Experience of managing staff
* Experience of working across a team and with contractors to populate content and launch a new website, including a working knowledge of SEO optimisation
* Demonstrable experience of strategic communications planning, media relations and stakeholder relations
* Experience of commissioning and managing external contractors
* Knowledge of a broad range of communications and marketing techniques (web, SEO, SEM, events, email, social media, PR)
* Ability to translate complex information into plain English
* Strong project management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

We're particularly interested to receive applications from candidates who have the below, although this is in no way essential:

* Experience of working with high profile celebrities to maximise campaign outcomes
* Experience of delivering communications to a vulnerable client group
* Demonstrable experience of building effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and organisations

If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Alice at Charity People in the first instance.

Charity People and actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Due to the festive break, we’ll be starting to contact potential candidates from the 6th January.

The Policy and Public Affairs Department at Alzheimer’s Research UK is a dynamic and fast-growing team driving change to influence political stakeholders and shape policies that advance dementia research, improve access to early diagnosis, and prepare health systems for future treatments. The team also champions public health policies to reduce dementia risk.

The Policy Communications team sits within the Communications Department but works collaboratively with the Policy and Public Affairs Departments to maximise the success and influence of their work by gaining cut-through with key audiences and inspiring positive, urgent action.

The Policy Communications Manager plays a pivotal role in influencing government action, engaging campaigners, and shaping the media narrative on critical issues such as dementia risk reduction and new treatments. This high-impact position involves driving proactive media coverage, managing press bids, and pitching stories to national journalists, all while aligning efforts with broader communication strategies. With a focus on impactful storytelling, you’ll elevate the charity’s voice as a leading expert on dementia policy and grow its reputation as a thought leader nationally and internationally. You’ll also lead and inspire a small team, managing two Policy Communications Officers.

We’re seeking a talented, experienced media relations professional who thrives on securing high-profile coverage and creating meaningful change. If you’re passionate about communications, skilled at building relationships with journalists, and eager to make a difference for people affected by dementia, this is the role for you.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Management and collaboration

· Lead and manage your team effectively, embodying ARUK’s leadership values. This includes holding regular 1:1s, providing constructive feedback, managing workloads, and supporting training and development needs.

· Build strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues in Policy and Public Affairs, as well as other senior thought leaders within ARUK and the broader dementia community.

· Actively contribute to the press office by handling in-hours and out-of-hours media requests.

· Foster positive relationships with senior stakeholders to highlight the value of PR activities, while developing and implementing KPIs and tools to measure and report on the impact of activities.

External communication

· Develop and lead a PR plan for policy communications that aligns with the charity’s strategy, driving high-impact media coverage and audience engagement across multiple channels.

· Identify opportunities to engage the public in Policy and Public Affairs activities, including through campaigns, petitions, or amplifying their voices in support of ARUK’s work.

· Craft and oversee communications for the charity’s supporter-based campaigning network, both online and offline. This includes copywriting and editing content for the monthly Campaigner Newsflash and other materials.

· Collaborate with the Social Media team to enhance public and priority audience engagement with the charity’s policy and public affairs initiatives.

· Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists and media outlets that connect with key audiences for Policy and Public Affairs.

· Work closely with the Head of Policy and Public Affairs and Executive leadership team to identify ways to use their voices to raise the charity’s external profile on key political issues.

Messaging and copy development

· Work collaboratively with the Policy and Public Affairs Departments to develop communications campaigns and messaging around key issues, informed by quantitative and qualitative research, where possible.

· Develop topic briefs to equip media spokespeople and ambassadors with clear and consistent messaging on key issues.

· Provide high-quality copywriting and editing for reports, web content, social media, and marketing materials for campaigns and events.

Event support

· Oversee communications and branding for key events, including parliamentary engagements, roundtables, and other high-profile activities as needed.

Internal communications

· Support teams internally in talking confidently and consistently about strategic policy and campaigning issues to their audiences.

What we are looking for:

· Ability to develop and support a high-performing team that delivers on organisational priorities.

· Confident setting KPIs and direction for teams and will have proven success leading integrated PR and digital campaigns.

· Significant experience working within an influential press office, including a record of proactively securing top-tier coverage.

· Lead projects with other communications disciplines, especially policy and public affairs, and project manage launches of key reports.

· Demonstrates and encourages ownership and responsibility; builds drive and motivation in others – has a ‘can-do’ attitude, is committed to delivering results, and strives for continuous improvement.

· Strong influencing and negotiation skills, comfortable working under pressure, with highly developed organisation and prioritisation skills.

· A highly strategic and creative thinker, with exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills – capable of writing high-quality press releases, comments, briefings, and other written materials.

· The ability to build strong relationships with senior internal and external colleagues in a short period of time.

· In-tune with scientific progress, politics and the policy agenda.

· Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.

· Willingness and ability to travel independently in the UK and beyond, and to work outside of regular office hours.

Additional Information:

Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £44,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 5th January 2025, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 13th January 2025. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website.

How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.

We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.

In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.

In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge. 

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting an Global Development organisation in their search for a Marketing and Communications Manager, joining an exciting and vibrant organisation to lead the communications and marketing function. This is a full time, permanent role based in London (hybrid).

Working closely with the CEO and the fundraising team, the new Marketing and Communications Manager will lead the communications and marketing function and strategy, ensuring it aligns with the fundraising strategy. The postholder will manage Action Syria's annual communication plan and calendar, taking the lead on all day-to-day communications, content creation and social media tasks, ensuring that the messaging is impactful and consistent across all platforms. The Marketing and Communications Manager will also develop brand guidelines and build effective relationships with media to build the organisations presence.

To be successful, you will have experience of strategic communications and marketing, including the development of marketing plans. You will have demonstrable experience of generalist marketing and communications, including digital, written and storytelling. You will have experience of social media management, with knowledge of design tools. You will be a positive, proactive candidate with excellent communication skills to build relationships internally and externally. Although not a necessity, experience of the charity sector, and understanding of charity fundraising would be desirable.

To discuss this role further, in the first instance please apply with your CV only.  Strong candidates will be contacted for a more in-depth conversation and the full job description.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application. 

Marketing and Communications Manager
£45,864 pa plus excellent benefits
London WC1 and home-based
35 hours per week

The Marketing and Communications Manager is a crucial and influential role for the College as you will develop cross-channel, insights-led strategies that promote College products and services. You will raise the profile of the brand, grow revenue through membership recruitment and retention and drive audience acquisition and engagement.

Reporting to the Head of Creative, Content & Marketing, you will independently and proactively plan and deliver strategic marketing and communications campaigns, working collaboratively with the Marketing and Communications team to produce high-quality, engaging and effective content across the College’s website and social media as well as through email and other publications.

As Marketing and Communications Manager, you will work with the Events team to build awareness, attendance and engagement at all College events, including the College’s flagship annual conference, whilst also supporting the Educational & Learning team to drive course attendance, awareness and satisfaction, assisting with the development and promotion of new initiatives.

With a good standard of education and an expert in project management, you should be able to plan and develop strategic marketing and communications campaigns and have demonstrable social media marketing experience.

You should have advanced analytics, reporting and campaign optimisation skills and be adept at email marketing, having experience with A/B testing and list segmentation.

A knowledge of GDPR standards and best-practice along with an awareness of Persona development and customer journey analysis are essential.

Line management experience, excellent stakeholder management skills and a background in a membership organisation would be desirable.

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health sets and maintains standards for the education and training of all doctors working in paediatrics and child health in the UK. We advocate on child health issues at home and internationally. Additionally, through a variety of activities, the College influences the quality of medical practice for children in hospital and in the community. 

The RCPCH has more than 23,000 members and fellows and employs around 200 staff, most of whom work in our London office in Holborn. We have a Devolved Nations team operating from Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Our College values: Include, Influence, Innovate and Lead, are important to us. These values ensure we bring out the best in each other, strive forward together to make the College a positive and dynamic place to work. 

The RCPCH champions Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Our workplace is inclusive, offering a supportive environment where staff can thrive. The College is keen to accept applications from people with protected characteristics. We believe that our staff should represent all of the diverse communities we serve. Join us to help realise our vision of a world where every child is healthy and well. 

The College operates a flexible and modern working policy, whereby our colleagues work in the office for a minimum of 40% over a 4 week cycle and the remainder from home.

Closing date: 16 January 2025

Senior Communications Manager – Special Projects

Contract: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract, Full Time, 35 hour per week

Salary: £50,000 - £57,000 per annum with excellent benefits

Location: London, UK
Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base.

About WaterAid:
Want to use your skills in Communications and Project Management to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone everywhere? We need passionate, creative and dedicated people. In return, you will be encouraged and empowered to be yourself at your very best. Together, we will make a bigger difference.

Join WaterAid as Senior Communications Manager – Special Projects to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. 

About the Team:
The Communications Manager is positioned within the Brand and Strategic Communications Team in WaterAid UK, which is part of the wider Communications Department – which in turn sits within the Communications and Fundraising Directorate. 

The team consists of three functions; Brand, Strategic Communications – Partnerships and Strategic Communications – Advocacy. The Brand and Strategic Communications team leads the development of brand and communications strategy which aligns to wider organisational objectives and works collaboratively with stakeholders across internal and external networks to execute it. We're focused on driving forward WaterAid's brand, advocacy and fundraising objectives.

About the Role:
WaterAid is seeking a talented Senior Communications Manager to lead the planning and delivery of a special project, on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

As the Senior Communications Manager, you will oversee the delivery of an exciting one-off project, leading a dynamic team of colleagues from across media, celebrity, digital, fundraising and content functions. Reporting to Brand & Strategic Communications Lead, your focus will be ensuring all are aligned to deliver on time to a high standard, through planning and integration. You will set campaign KPIs and monitor performance against them and you will regularly report on budget, progress and risk to senior stakeholders in our UK and US offices

In this role you will develop communications strategies to help WaterAid maximise brand-reach and income-raising potential and lead a cross-functional working group to deliver on these strategies. You will be collaborating closely with our teams in communications and fundraising in both UK and US, so occasionally the post holder will join meetings in US time (East and West Coast). 
Alongside this campaign the post holder will also support the brand and strategic comms functions in the planning and delivery of a brand awareness campaign for March 2026. 

You’ll also: 

• Lead the development of campaign specific communications across key target audiences, including potential and existing supporters, high value donors, partners and campaigners. 
• Oversee messaging and creative which resonates with target audiences. 
• Map out, with our media and celebrity team, PR opportunities to engage the public. 
• Lead a delivery group team of cross functional specialists to ensure all the strands of the campaign are in alignment and on schedule.  
• Regularly report on progress and risk to the project steering group. 
• Brief-in and sign-off campaign creative with external agencies and in-house teams. 
• Own and be responsible for the development, through consultative process, of WaterAid’s Strategic Communications Framework, which enable multi-disciplinary teams to work cohesively and effectively. 
• Develop effective working relationships with colleagues across all directorates, fostering an environment of collaboration and when appropriate, challenging to deliver the highest quality work. 
• Commission and/or utilise insight to inform communications plans. 
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of communications activity, fostering a proactive and positive approach to learning and improvement within delivery teams. 
• Oversight of budgets and timelines for specific communications activities, ensuring compliance with WaterAid. 
• Work as an integral player within UK Communications team to establish effective and efficient processes and ways of working 
• At periods of high workload, exercise flexibility to support colleagues across communications department in the delivery of key campaigns 

About You:

• Demonstrable experience in developing, leading and executing large scale effective communications projects that deliver on Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). 
• Excellent collaboration and influencing skills with the ability to drive integration and alignment across both internal and external stakeholders. 
• Project management skills, specifically in the delivery of marketing campaigns or activities 
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to drive clarity and direction in a complex and busy environment 
• Ability to work in a flexible and agile way to identify opportunities and address challenges 
• Experience of developing and leading brand awareness activity 
• Experience of working on fundraising campaigns 
• Good understanding of a range of communications functions including media, digital, content and storytelling 
• An excellent understanding of emerging trends in social media and YouTube for young people and a strong understanding of storytelling in social media 
• Experienced at briefing in and analysing content for online audiences – story, film and photography. 
• Excellent time management skills, able to prioritise work across multiple projects to meet deadline. 
• Ability to generate and develop creative and innovative ideas, with a good eye for brand, design, film and photography. 
• Excellent communication, listening and relationship building skills: proven ability to work effectively across different cultures  
• Experience of setting targets and KPI’s, measuring and reporting against them 

Although not essential, we also prefer you to have:

• Experience of partnering with other teams to develop partnerships, grow reach or other opportunities to grow income and reach 
• Experience of brokering pro-bono opportunities through media and partners 
• Ability to flex working hours occasionally 
• Experience working on global marketing activities 

Closing date: Applications will close 23:59 on 19th January 2025. 

How to Apply: To see the full job pack, please click ‘Apply’. Please apply by submitting the following 3 items into one document in either Word Document or PDF format:

1. Using short summaries provide specific details of up to two initiatives or projects that you have been involved in that are relevant to this role. For each please describe your role (eg team leader or team member), the purpose of the activity (i.e. it’s aims) and the major contributions you personally made and what the activity achieved.
2. Please describe your approach to project management, including how you bring cross-functional teams together to deliver on a shared objective under tight timescales? Can you share how you have done this and your key learnings?
3. Please briefly describe why you are interested in working for WaterAid

Pre-employment screening: In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. All our vacancies require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to comply with our Safer Recruitment policy.

Our Benefits:

• 36 days' holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave
• We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%
• Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangement
• Season Ticket Loan
• Free annual eye tests
• Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave
• Sabbaticals
• Volunteer Day

Our Commitment

Our People Promise:
We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have.  We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.  

Equal opportunities:
We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.

Safeguarding:
We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.

About Hull University Students' Union

Hull Students' Union is here to make a difference to the student experience at the University of Hull. We are dedicated to empowering students, creating engaging experiences, and championing their voices. We are a diverse and vibrant team committed to supporting the needs of our students, and we need someone who can help us communicate our vision and values effectively.

The Role:

As the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will lead the development and execution of our marketing and communications plans, driving engagement with students and the wider community. You’ll oversee our digital platforms, social media, campaigns, and internal communications, ensuring that our messages are impactful and reach the right audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing and communication plans.
• Lead on content creation, including social media, email marketing, and print materials.
• Manage the Students' Union's brand and ensure consistency across all channels.
• Analyse marketing performance, using data to optimise campaigns and measure success.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver effective student-focused campaigns and events.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on all marketing and communications-related projects.
• Oversee media relations and external communications to raise the profile of Hull University Students' Union.

About You:

• You have significant experience in marketing and communications, with a strong understanding of digital platforms and social media.
• You are a creative thinker who can develop engaging content and innovative campaigns.
• You are highly organised, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• You are confident in managing teams and collaborating across departments to achieve shared goals

Why Hull University Students' Union?

• Be part of an exciting and dynamic charity that makes a difference to students’ lives.
• Enjoy a supportive, inclusive, and friendly work culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Generous holiday allowance and other benefits.

If you’re looking to make an impact and bring fresh, creative ideas to a vibrant, student-led organisation, we’d love to hear from you!

Reports to; Chief Executive Officer

Direct  reports:Managers are expected to have between 2-6 direct reports. There may be additional Student Staff/Interns during the Academic year.

Budget responsibility: Managers are designated budget holders and have responsibility as set out in the Financial delegation’s policy.

​About the Role 

Service Delivery

• To lead a team that deliver effective, impactful, tailored communications that is well researched, resourced, planned and reviewed; supporting all departments across HUSU and HUSUS Ltd to promote their services to members and customers.
• To support HUUS Ltd in marketing to drive increased revenue.
• To organise, lead and participate in cross department project teams to support HUSU campaigns and development activities.
• To work with all departments to lead Freshers, the annual festival of welcome for all students at the University of Hull ensuring all members are appropriately welcomed to Hull with a programme of events and activities that are promoted to students across all years of study.
• To work with all relevant departments and the student body to realise successful events i.e. End of Year events, Varsity and any other significant events brought by the Presidents.
• To lead the marketing team in promoting our annual elections ensuring that set priorities for elections are met.
• To develop and lead operational marketing plans annually.
• Organise effective, streamlined systems and services for graphic, print and film production.
• Organise and lead development of the content management of the Union’s Web presence working with colleagues from all departments.
• To develop our expertise in the use of segmentation, data and targeted communication using the Student Union Management System. (SUMS)
• Ensure that resources are effectively allocated and managed to match the needs of the Students’ Union.

Reporting and Information Management and Compliance

• Using our Student Surveying process and other tools, measure the response, impact to key campaigns e.g. Freshers Hull.
• To present relevant board reports to the Board of Trustees, Committees, Union Council and other meetings as required.
• Ensure all external facing materials (print and online) are within regulatory compliance standards.
• Review materials and support tools and monitoring copyright and GDPR policies.

Team Working and Relationships

• To provide day-to-day management, support and development of the marketing team, setting and agreeing performance targets and enabling them to achieve their best through effective recruitment, development, recognition, and performance management.
• To support Presidents in their roles and interactions with Staff Students, the University and wider community. Work closely with the Presidents to support their activism, campaigns and representation work.
• To develop and deliver marketing and public relations training to the Presidents
• Working with Management colleagues to ensure that all departments marketing and communication needs are considered and supported.
• To manage relationships with our Advertising and Commercial marketing partners in relation to Freshers and at other key points throughout the year.
• Build effective relationships within HUSU, the University of Hull including across the University Marketing, Communications and Internal Communications.
• To develop and maintain effective relationships with external key stakeholders both locally and nationally.
• To develop and maintain effective relationships with local, national, industry and student media to ensure positive coverage for HUSU.

General duties and responsibilities

• To act as adviser to all Trustees on interactions with local, national and student media, ensuring an appropriate response to requests.
• To ensure that personal knowledge and skills are updated to ensure effectiveness in meeting work objectives.
• To maintain an up to date knowledge of marketing best practice, monitoring industry trends and developments, both within the students’ union movement and externally, and to recommend the introduction of new initiatives and communications methods.
• Ensure confidentiality at all times in the handling and dissemination of information and data, and embedding and implementing GDPR across the workload.
• Carry out all duties in line with Student Union policies, vision, values and strategic aims.
• Ensure the Health and Safety policy and procedures are followed at all times.
• Maintain an active awareness of issues and practice in Students’ Unions nationally in order to build on good practice and identify trends, innovation and development opportunities.
• Carry out any other duties as may be required from time to time under the overall scope of the role.

About You

Essential

Qualifications & Training

• Degree in a related subject or equivalent experience

Experience

• Experience of leading a team
• Experience of writing, and managing a budget
• Experience of building and developing stakeholder/client relationships
• Project management experience
• Public relations experience
• Experience of delivery Presentations

Skills/Ability/Knowledge

• Effective report writing
• Analytical skills
• Creative problem solving
• Flexible, postive approach
• Effective networking
• Good interpersonal skills​

Desirable

Qualifications & Training

• Marketing and or Communications qualification

Experience

• Experience of managing a team within a marketing and communications environment
• Experience of designing and delivering training

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement of  27 days plus bank holidays and a further 3 statutory days to be taken between Christmas and New Year.

• Cycle 2 work scheme
• Health Cash Plan through BHSF
• Free Eye Test Vouchers
• On- site parking at minimal cost
• One day paid Volunteering day
• All staff event days
• Access to Headspace
• Discount in our SPAR shop, Wetherspoon Sanctuary and The Asylum plus opportunity for free tickets to events.

We are committed to ensuring our workforce accurately reflects the diversity of the world we live in.  We positively encourage applications from all individuals irrespective of gender, age, home country, ethnic background, sexuality, religious beliefs or disability.

All candidates will be treated equally and all appointments made on merit.

For further information or for details of how to apply please click 'Apply' to be directed to Hull SU's website.

Closing date: 17th January 2025

As a staff ambassador for Day One, championing our values and behaviours and being committed to the difference that Day One makes is essential. The role sits within our Fundraising and Communications Department and will support the wider team. 

The post holder’s primary duties and responsibilities are as follows: 

• Create content for Day One’s social media accounts, website and email marketing
• Create video content for Day One’s social media channels and YouTube 
• Work closely with Day One’s Services Team to identify patient stories which demonstrate the charity’s impact 
• Write case studies and ‘stories of recovery’ based on the experiences of our service users and volunteers 
• Support the management of Day One’s social networks 
• Support the management of Day One’s paid advertising campaigns on social media 
• Assist the communications and fundraising team with various tasks including: 
• Assisting with events marketing 
• Assisting with website content creation 
• Supporting digital fundraising 
• Support the wider Day One organisation with effective communications 

What we’ll need from you 
This job is all about supporting the communications team in raising the profile of Day One, primarily on social media and with a focus on short-form video content. 

You’ll need to be a great communicator and creative thinker with a passion for making great digital content. You will work closely with our service users, volunteers and staff to make compelling content for social media in both written and video form.

You will need to be creative, proactive, empathetic and adaptable. Working closely with our fundraising and communications team, you’ll ensure people remain at the heart of our work by telling powerful stories that resonate with our audiences and effectively communicate the impact of major trauma and the support Day One provides. As we are a small organisation, you will need to be ready to support the wider team with fundraising and service delivery projects. 

How to apply:

Upload your CV and a supporting statement, in written and/or video form, demonstrating how you meet the criteria and outlining why you’re interested in the role. Please include any examples of projects that you’ve worked on which you would like to share in your supporting statement. This can include relevant projects from your professional or personal life. To send a video as part of your application, please use wetransfer. com to send your file, please include your full name alongise your video.

Please refer to the attached recruitment pack for further details and the full contact details of who to send your video to.

Closing date: Sunday 12 January 2025 

Online interview date: - w/c 20 January 2025 

In person interview date: tbc 

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

The Communications Officer plays a key role in executing the organisation’s communication strategy. This role involves creating and managing content for various platforms, supporting media relations, and contributing to the overall communication campaigns and public relations efforts. The Communications Officer will work closely with other team members and the marketing team to ensure that all communication activities are aligned with the organisation’s strategic goals and effectively engage target audiences.

About the Role:

1. Create engaging content for the organisation’s communication platforms ensuring that all content aligns with the organisation’s messaging and brand guidelines.
2. Collaborate with the marketing team to engage followers and improve reach.
3. Manage the collation, storage and dissemination of the organisation’s digital archives in line with established guidelines and operational requirements.
4. Prepare stakeholder media summaries and reports on the organisation’s media coverage and its key issues.
5. Maintain a database of media contacts that can be used to strengthen stakeholder management.
6. Report on the performance of communication activities using data and insights to inform future communication strategies and activities.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
2. An understanding and awareness of the value of social media and their fundraising potential.
3. Experience in content creation, social media management, and media relations.
4. Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to create content for different platforms and audiences.
5. Proficiency in social media platforms, content management systems, and graphic design tools.
6. Detail-oriented and organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Why you should apply:

Join Muslim Aid as a Communications Officer and play a pivotal role in shaping our communication strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to create and manage impactful content across various platforms, support media relations, and contribute to meaningful communication campaigns that align with the organisation’s strategic goals. Apply now to bring your creativity and expertise to a role where your contributions will have a tangible impact on communities around the world.

Benefits you will enjoy working for us: 

• 25 days annual leave + 4 Privilege days
• Hybrid working
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV.

We’re looking for an experienced Marketing and Communications Officer to join our Marcoms Team. This role represents an exciting opportunity to work with a charity that has real impact on the lives of children, young people and their families. Whether you’re liaising with the media to raise awareness of our work in schools, working with school-based colleagues to develop case studies, promoting our professional qualifications, or developing marketing and communications campaigns and activity, including Children’s Mental Health Week, you will be motivated by knowing that this role will help Place2be to support children across the UK with their mental health.

You will play a key role in campaigns, creating compelling copy to raise awareness of our work and work closely with our Head of Marketing and Communications to secure press coverage and supporting with the creation of digital media, key blogs and content. This is a role that requires a unique mix of skills across communications, marketing and PR.

If you share our core values of perseverance, integrity, compassion and creativity and have the ‘can do’ attitude towards your work and the key skills needed to succeed, we would love to hear from you. It’s varied and interesting role but hugely rewarding and fulfilling - you will be helping to give young people a brighter future.

Together we can change children’s lives. At Place2Be, we believe every child should have easy access to mental health support whenever they need it. We create a safe place in schools where children and young people can open up without pressure or stigma, allowing our highly skilled and diverse counsellors to reach children, young people and their families who need us.

For a career with purpose, this is your place.

Recruitment Process:

As part of your application you will need to answer some shortlisting questions. Please answer these as fully as you can, we recommend using the STAR model. Situation, Task, Action Result.

Closing date for applications: Midnight on 12 January 2025

1st Interview date: 17 January 2025

2nd Interview : 23 January 2025

Our Benefits

When you work at Place2Be –whether that's in a school, supporting families, providing clinical supervision, or in IT, Finance, or Fundraising –every role can make the difference to a young person. To achieve this, we ask that you bring your best self to your role and our commitment to you, is to welcome you into our community, and help you progress. Because we know that you being at your best, means the best outcomes for the children we support.

Here’s just a few things we have on offer:

• Annual Leave that increases with service
• Comprehensive learning and development to enable you to progress your career
• 5% contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance of four times your annual salary
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Mobile Phone Discounts (EE network)
• Wellbeing days to allow you some ‘you’ time
• Christmas holidays closure period in addition to your annual leave

We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented within our organization.

Please note if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy early. If you are interested, please apply asap.

Safeguarding the young people we support is our top priority. We are committed to recruiting candidates who share this commitment to safeguarding, and we therefore apply robust recruitment and selection procedures to ensure all candidates are appropriate for the roles they apply for and are appropriately screened prior to appointment including DBS checks and social media background checks.