Digital Communications and Social Media Officer

The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) is the voice of firefighters in the UK.  We are the only recognised trade union negotiating nationally for firefighters and emergency fire control staff.  

We're seeking a talented and driven individual to lead our social media, digital content and video operation. You will:

·       Develop social media strategies that maximise engagement and support for the FBU, its aims and campaigns

·       Shoot, script and edit videos; edit audio; and design infographics and other relevant digital content

·       Run a reactive/trends-driven social media operation aligned with the objectives of the FBU

The FBU already has a small, effective communications team covering campaigns, press and external communications. If you have these skills, great. But what we are looking for in this post is someone with the passion and technical skills to take our social media, video and digital content to the next level. 

You’ll collaborate with other teams and union activists to bring projects to life, and you’ll have great storytelling skills.  You’ll also be willing and able to travel and attend events frequently.

If you love social media and have strong creative skills, this might be the job for you.  This is a new role, so proven experience in the social media landscape is essential along with experience or knowledge of political engagement or activism. 

Full details of the role and job requirements are set out in the Job Description which you can download here.

Benefits include:

Generous annual leave  

Additional Christmas office closure period

Final salary pension scheme

Employee assistance programme 

Season ticket loan

Annual Christmas bonus

Eyecare claim back scheme

Childcare assistance scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Closing date: 4th September 2024 – 10.00 am

Interview date: 16th September 2024