Media and PR Manager

We are seeking an exceptional Media and PR Manager (Maternity Cover). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join a small, high achieving team at one of the UK’s leading charities at a time when domestic abuse and gender-based violence is high on the social and political agenda. In this varied and fast-paced role, you will lead the media team in securing a wide range of quality coverage in order to raise awareness of Refuge and domestic abuse. By responding to, and setting, the news agenda Refuge aims to reach the women who need us, influence key decision makers, and motivate the public to take action.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and have demonstrable experience of working in a busy press office/newsroom environment, alongside the ability to plan and deliver impactful communications campaigns. They will have a thorough understanding of the media landscape, a nose for a good story, be excellent at relationship building, have strong writing skills and be tenacious, agile and adaptable.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced self starter to join Refuge at a crucial and exciting time, as we have lots of high-profile opportunities planned in for 2025.

Please note that this post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call rota. An enhanced DBS will also be required for the successful applicant.

For more information on the role, including a full job description, please download the Job Profile document above. To apply, please click on the Apply Now button.

Closing Date: 9am on Monday 28 October 2024

Interview Date: Wednesday 6 November 2024 via videocall

Benefits

Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.