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Following a merger between St Barnabas Hospices (incorporating St Barnabas House and Chestnut Tree House) and Martlets, we’ve undertaken a strategic restructure of the Fundraising and Communications teams and are recruiting to a number of new roles. These roles work across all three hospices and will play a fundamental part as we build and develop our new team. This is an exciting opportunity for driven, innovative and open-minded individuals to be a part of a ground-breaking collaboration for hospices across Sussex and South-East Hampshire.

The Communications Account Executive plays an integral role in understanding the marketing and communications needs of the hospices, providing general marketing and communications support (both strategic and tactical), as well as commissioning and co-ordinating more specialist support from other areas of the Marketing & Communications team.

You’ll have the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders; listening, understanding and applying your communications expertise to ensure that you are delivering high quality marketing and communications services that meet stakeholders’ needs. You’ll be an expert advisor, suggesting the most appropriate plans and methods to help colleagues achieve their aims and, ultimately, delivering on those plans.

Organization: Right To Play UK

Department/Division: UK National Office

Reports to: Head of Communications and Engagement

Work Location: London, UK (Our office is based in Kennington.)

Work Arrangement: A combination of a minimum of 2 in-office days per week, and remote-working in accordance with Right To Play’s work arrangement and the operational needs of the department

Authorized to work in: UK (Eligible to work legally without work visa sponsorship)

Target Hiring Salary: GBP 32,000 – 34,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Target Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract Duration: Permanent, full-time

Application Closing Date: 5 February 2025 23:59 GMT - Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

ABOUT US:

We reach millions of children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child's life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.

Established in 2000, Right To Play reaches children through experiential programming in 14 countries across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. These programmes are supported by our global offices in Toronto, Canada; London, UK and seven national offices across Europe and North America. 

Right To Play UK is a charity registered in England and Wales and in Scotland, which works in partnership with Right To Play International to raise funds and awareness across the UK.

OUR CULTURE:

• Accept Everyone – Be intentional about inclusion
• Make Things Happen – Seek opportunities to lead and innovate
• Display Courage – Act with integrity
• Demonstrate Care – Look after yourself and one another
• Be Playful – Have fun at work

Please visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do, and watch this video to find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code.

ROLE SUMMARY:

Right To Play UK is seeking a driven and creative Communications and Engagement Officer to help achieve our ambitious plans to build Right To Play’s profile and supporter base, during an exciting period of growth for the organisation. The role will focus on delivering compelling communications and campaigns to our key audiences, building brand awareness, engaging supporters and boosting fundraising to help transform the lives of millions of children across our global programmes.

This is an exciting time to join Right To Play, as we celebrate our 25th anniversary in 2025 and continue our plans for growth in the UK, following our most successful year for fundraising in 2024. You will play a key part in helping to achieve our plans, with numerous training and development opportunities and the scope to drive forward creative communications and campaigns.

The Communications and Engagement Officer will need to work additional hours as required at events and business meetings (with TOIL provided).

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

#1: Communications (50% of Time):

• Support the delivery of RTP UK’s communications strategy, working closely with the Head of Communications and Engagement and Digital Lead.
• Plan and deliver a programme of communications and campaigns to reach our key external audiences, designed to raise funds and brand awareness, engage new audiences and build support.
• Working with the Head of Communications, Digital Lead and colleagues in the Global Communications Team, oversee the production of compelling content and updates for RTP UK digital channels (social media, website and email marketing), leading on the day-to-day management of these channels.
• Produce articles, news updates, blog posts, media releases, case studies, briefings, statements and other communications materials, as required.
• Support the development of RTP UK’s Ambassador programme, including building new relationships with high-profile individuals, including celebrities and influencers, and strengthening support among existing Ambassadors through stewardship and engagement.
• Advise and support colleagues across RTP UK teams on fundraising communications connected to our partnerships, events, relevant donor engagement activity and other initiatives.
• Alongside the Head of Communications and Engagement, represent the UK office on the Right To Play global comms group and digital marketing group, as well as other external events where required.

#2: Fundraising and Engagement (35% of Time):

• Oversee community fundraising activity, including challenge events and runs (such as the London Marathon), identifying opportunities to engage new supporters and grow income, and supporting participants in their fundraising journeys.
• Develop and deliver activity aimed at building awareness and support among UK schools and universities, creating engagement opportunities and campaigns to drive fundraising, including producing impactful marketing materials and resources.
• Work alongside the Head of Communications and the UK team to develop Right To Play UK supporter engagement, expanding our network and retaining existing supporter relationships.
• Support the team on the coordination, stewardship and delivery of Right To Play UK’s fundraising events (including the annual Sports Quiz).
• Support the delivery of fundraising campaigns, including relevant communications activities, working with the Right To Play UK team.
• Collaborate with the Head of Fundraising and Head of Partnerships on cross-functional initiatives to amplify fundraising impact.
• Work with colleagues in the UK team to refine and improve our digital supporter journey and fundraising processes.

#3: Policy and Influencing (10% of Time):

• Contribute to the delivery of RTP UK’s policy and influencing strategy, supporting on research, briefings, statements and events to engage key stakeholders among international organisations, political groups and other influential bodies.

#4: Other Tasks as Assigned (5% of Time)

• Manage occasional interns, volunteers and students on work experience placements to support the work of the communications team.
• Liaise with external suppliers, such as freelancers and consultants, photographers/videographers, printers and design agencies.
• Other responsibilities as assigned

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WHAT YOU’LL BRING (ESSENTIAL):

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience of working in a fundraising communications team or similar, with a proven track record of communicating effectively with a range of external audiences.
• Experience developing media releases, multimedia content, supporter communications and marketing materials.
• Experience in producing and delivering content across digital channels (email marketing, website content management and social media).
• Experience of adhering to organisational brand guidelines and style guides.
• Experience supporting events communications and/or supporting fundraising event objectives.
• Experience working within a charity or international development organisation.

COMPETENCIES/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Excellent written English communications skills, with the ability to engage existing supporters and new audiences and a high attention to detail for writing professional external communications
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to deal sensitively and diplomatically with a variety of people, internally and externally.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a varied workload and balance conflicting priorities.
• Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively in a team, with enthusiasm and commitment.
• Understanding of and commitment to the aims and values of Right To Play.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Proficient in using website content management systems, email marketing tools, CRM software, and design/editing software, such as Canva and Adobe products.
• Knowledge of UK charity fundraising regulations and Data Protection legislation.

LANGUAGES:

• Fluent in both spoken and written English

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

The opportunity to collaborate with an innovative global team who are passionate about working with children and youth. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). You will be immersed in an environment where learning and development is encouraged and valued, and “play” is appreciated as a core avenue to building community.

• Flexible work arrangements (e.g. work from home and flex hours)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year
• 5 personal learning and development (L&D) days per year
• 5% employer pension contributions
• Income protection
• Life assurance
• Maternity/paternity/parental leave top up and support
• Annual learning week
•  Annual staff recognition awards
• Opportunity to connect with employees across our offices
• Opportunity to engage in global projects and initiatives
• Wellness programs
• Playful activities and events (e.g. Summer and Winter socials, monthly office events)

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply with your resume and cover letter in English via the application link.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. As such, we encourage groups who have been historically disadvantaged with respect to employment to apply for positions at Right To Play. We offer a family-friendly environment that allows for flexible work arrangements in order to support staff diversity and ensure a healthy work-life balance.

We are a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory basic DBS check as a condition of employment.

We value and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Should you require any accessibility related accommodations or specific adjustments to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process, and thereafter, please reach out to the People & Culture team by email. All information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.

About the role and the RVC Animal Care Trust:

This role supports fundraising activity at the Royal Veterinary College largely through its registered charity the RVC Animal Care Trust (ACT) within the Directorate of External Relations. The ACT aims to improve animal health and care through clinical practice at our animal hospitals, education of veterinary and science students, and pioneering research. The post-holder will devise and deliver cohesive on and offline marketing and communications plans to support fundraising activities and taking responsibility for the charity’s brand identity and online presence.

About you:

You are a marketing and communications professional with experience across multiple channels and tools, including web, email, social media, print, PR, and face-to-face communications. You’ll bring innovative ideas to support the Fundraising Manager in the delivery of our fundraising strategy, helping to integrate online and offline activities to demonstrate our impact and engage diverse audiences.

You're confident in managing multi-channel campaigns and have experience designing digital and print promotional materials, managing social media and web content, and using SEO/PPC to boost engagement. You'll have experience using CRM systems and analytics tools to help develop marketing plans that achieve clear objectives and measurable outcomes, aligned with our fundraising strategy.

A strong communicator, you can create compelling copy for various platforms and audiences. You have experience sourcing impactful content to support fundraising campaigns including photography and video editing. With support, you can develop, test, and evaluate campaigns to demonstrate the success of your ideas and apply learnings. Your flexibility, organisational and prioritisation skills enable you to enjoy working in a small but fast-paced team.

With a focus on delivering ROI, you build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal teams and external partners, including our loyal fundraisers, to drive engagement and support for our cause.

We offer a generous reward package and benefits including:

• Competitive and attractive pension package
• Generous 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and concessionary days) pro-rata
• On site café and restaurant
• Free membership to the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave.

Communications and Marketing Officer

Are you a creative communications and marketing professional who loves tackling new challenges and making a real impact?

This is an incredible opportunity to amplify the voices of young people, sharing their stories in powerful and inspiring ways. At the same time, you’ll play a key role in elevating the Youth Zone’s presence and impact within the community, making a real difference where it matters most!

As an equal opportunities’ employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities.  The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.

Position: Communications & Marketing Coordinator

Location: Grimsby

Salary: £26,000 to £30,000 (dependent upon experience)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Benefits: 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays; workplace pension; free gym access (once the site has opened); access to the OnSide Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring.

Closing Date: 12 noon, Wednesday 12 February

First stage interviews (in-person in Grimsby): Wednesday 19 February

Young Person Panel (in-person in Grimsby): Evening of Tuesday 25 February

About the Role

As the Communications and Marketing Coordinator you will lead bold, exciting strategies that amplify the voices of young people and bring their stories to life. In this role, you’ll make a lasting impact by raising the Youth Zone’s profile within the community. Whether you're driving standout campaigns, boosting engagement, or building the brand, you’ll be at the forefront of elevating visibility and influence.

No two days will be the same, this fast-paced, purpose-driven environment will have you juggling multiple projects, thinking on your feet, and collaborating across teams. Your work will directly support fundraising, strengthen strategic goals, and ensure the long-term sustainability of the charity.

You’ll be a crucial part of this new Youth Zone for Grimsby and North-East Lincolnshire, welcoming up to 250 young people each session and creating a space where they can thrive. If you’re ready to take the lead, bring energy to everything you do, and create meaningful change, we want to hear from you!

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and leading the opening specific strategy

• Brand Awareness

• Relationship building, both internally and externally

• Content Management

• Stakeholder support

Before the Youth Zone opens and during its construction, there will be elements of hybrid working in place. 

About You

You will: 

• Be driven, hardworking, organised and equally comfortable engaging with young people and stakeholders.

• Have a sense of fun, plenty of energy but understand deadlines and how to manage them effectively. 

• Believe in young people’s potential, and be passionate and committed about communicating it

• Be proactive, creative and possess a solution focused can-do attitude. 

You will have experience of:

• Varied experience of planning and delivering communication and creative marketing plans in line with organisational objectives and aims.

• Experience of working with the media and delivering PR and publicity with local and regional media outlets.

• Experience in website management, content development, and delivering engaging digital communications.

• Skilled in building relationships with senior stakeholders and managing externally funded projects.

• Project and budget management experience including monitoring and evaluation processes.

• Experience working in young person-focused environments, providing information, advice, guidance, and support.

To apply, you will be asked to submit a CV and cover letter via the company website. 

About the Organisation

This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 – 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025.

The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this.  Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter.  The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. 

The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check.

You may have experience in other areas such as Communications and Marketing Coordinator, Communications, Marketing, Communications and Marketing, Communications Officer, Marketing Officer, Digital Marketing, PR, Media. 

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

Due to levels of interest and applications we will not consider applications submitted after 31st January 2025. 

Community Foundation for Lancashire and Merseyside (CFLM) are a leading grant-making trust, working with individuals and organisations to provide funding to grassroot community groups.

Our Marketing & Communications plays a crucial role in spreading awareness of our work and engaging with our community of supporters, donors, and partners.

We are seeking a proactive Marketing and Events Executive to join our team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about both marketing and event management who is excited to utilise their knowledge and experience in the not-for-profit sector.

You will help build our brand, engage with our donors and community groups, and organise events that showcase our work and impact.

Reporting to the Head of Insight & Communications, you will play a dual role supporting our marketing campaigns, assisting with content creation, helping develop digital/social media strategies as well as helping to plan and execute our events.

What We Offer

• Meaningful Work: Be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change.
• Annual Leave: 30 days Annual Leave (plus 8 days public holiday)
• Healthcare: Paid membership to Medicash
• Pension: Enhanced employer contribution
• Flexible Working: Hybrid working arrangement (3 days in Liverpool City Centre office) and flexible hours between 9:00-9:30am and 4:30-5:00pm.
• Professional Development: Training and mentorship to help you grow your skills in marketing and events.
• Supportive Environment: A collaborative and creative workplace that values diversity.

Please download the full Job Description for a complete overview of the roles responsibilities. 

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience please apply now including a CV and cover letter (no more than two pages long) outlining why you'd be a great fit.

Overview of the Email Campaigns Coordinator role and the team

The Email Campaigns Coordinator plays a vital role in Barnabas Aid's digital outreach efforts by creating, managing, and optimising email campaigns that engage a global supporter base. This position requires close collaboration with multiple departments to ensure email communications are accurate, visually appealing, and contribute to a seamless user experience. The role also includes developing automated user journeys, growing subscriber lists, improving engagement, and regularly reporting campaign insights.

 FSW is looking to increase its presence in the digital world by recruiting a Digital Marketing and Communication Executive to work alongside the Director of Fundraising and Marketing. This exciting role is ideal for someone who wants to develop their skills and experience whilst making a lasting difference to the families of Sussex.

Family Support Work has been working in Sussex for 135 years, founded by social-minded Christians in the 1890s; we have been at the heart of caring for families ever since. If you are passionate about our mission and want to play a role in driving forward the work of Family Support Work, we want to hear from you.

FSW values and invests in their employees’ development. Employee benefits include:

• Matched employers’ contribution to a group pension scheme (to a current maximum of 4%)

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time)

• Family friendly policies and flexible working

• Regular in-house training and opportunities to study for other qualifications

Post: Digital Marketing and Communication Executive

Salary £25,000 - £28,000 (pro-rata) 

Hours 18.75 per week by arrangement 

This is a hybrid of office (Brighton) and home based with flexibility to suit the applicant. 

Digital Marketing and Social Media Executive Location: Home based

About The Teaching Awards Trust

The Teaching Awards Trust is a charity committed to raising the profile of the outstanding, life-changing work that takes place in education across the UK. We champion, celebrate and raise the morale of all those who work in education.  Our mission is currently carried out through two powerful campaigns; The Pearson National Teaching Awards and Thank a Teacher.

ABOUT THE JOB

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a creative and results-driven digital marketing professional with expertise in data analysis, social media, and content creation, working remotely within a tight-knit team. The role holder will co-develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy across all of our platforms, with a particular focus on enhancing our LinkedIn presence and growing ambassador groups to drive brand awareness and engagement in the Teaching Awards Trust and what we do.  You will also play a key role in designing and delivering email marketing campaigns.

ABOUT YOU

· You will be a creative and results-driven digital marketing professional with at least 4/5 years of experience in data analysis, social media, and content creation.

· You will have excellent organisation skills with a strong attention to detail as well as exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

· The ability to build strong, collaborative relationships both internally and externally is essential for you to be able to hit the ground running in this newly evolved role.

· You will be part of a very small, tight knit remote team.

· Overall, you will be looking for the opportunity to make a real difference in the job you do and to help support the aims of the trust.

· Experience in the education or charity sector would be highly advantageous

ABOUT OUR BENEFITS

A salary of £35-38,000 per annum. You will be home based with some need to travel for team meetings and other events.  Annual leave is 25 days excluding bank holidays, Employer pension contributions of 6%, Learning and Development packages are also available.

ABOUT OUR APPLICATION PROCESS

The closing date for applications is midnight on 7th February 2025 but applications will be reviewed and longlisted as soon as they are received.

To apply, please follow the website link provided, along with a CV and a covering letter including why you are applying for this role and describing your key achievements in your most recent social media and digital marketing role.

Successful candidates will be contacted by phone or email by 7th February 2025 for an initial short phone call conversation followed by remote first interviews around 10/11 February 2025. and final interviews at the end of this same week.

Second round interviews will take place around on 14th February 2025.

Digital Marketing and Social Media Executive - The Pearson National Teaching Awards

The Teaching Awards Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. If you require any assistance or adjustments during the application process, please do not hesitate to reach out.

We are seeking a creative and innovative Digital Media Officer (DMO) to bring fresh ideas to our digital communications and marketing efforts. In this role, you will combine your expertise in video, audio, and digital content creation to elevate our digital presence. The Digital Media Officer (DMO) reports to the Digital Communications & Marketing Manager and has responsibility for SAT-7 UK digital media and contributes towards our website, social media and digital marketing. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Digital media content

·Create engaging rich media content across a range of digital channels, including SAT-7 website, app, email, social media and other external digital marketing platforms.

·Produce / repurpose and edit high quality video content, especially for resources, campaigns, appeals and events to engage and inspire supporters.

·Increase the flow and impact of inspiring digital media content, including podcasts, animations and shorts/reels, tailored to our existing supporters and emerging audiences.

Website

·Oversee SAT-7’s websites ensuring they are inspiring platforms to raise profile, income and deepen engagement.

·Create and update web content, such as articles, media, resources and landing pages, to drive engagement.

Social Media

·Work closely with other team members to deliver consistent and impactful social media content and engagement opportunities, across various platforms, chiefly Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Digital Marketing

·Design and produce digital marketing assets, for advertising, external agencies and other channels as required, to deepen engagement with existing supporters and donors, acquire new supporters and to raise funds for SAT-7 UK.

If this sounds like the right role for you and you would like to find out more, please see the Application Pack and apply via the SAT-7 UK website.

The Senior Programme Officer (SPO) is critical to the successful delivery of the Advocacy and Creative Programme. Reporting to the Senior Manager, the SPO will oversee the integration of creativity into advocacy work and manage key creative initiatives such as the Commonwealth Short Story Prize and the creative elements of the Commonwealth People’s Forum. 

Key tasks and responsibilities

The postholder will undertake the following key tasks:

Lead the integration of creativity into our advocacy work 

• Serve as the creative lead for the Foundation’s advocacy work, including the Critical Conversations series.

• Develop materials and resources to support partners in integrating creativity into their advocacy.

• Advise colleagues on Foundation-supported initiatives that use creativity as a tool for change.

Manage the Commonwealth Short Story Prize and our online creative content and community 

With additional support from an intern, the post holder will:

• Administer all processes related to the Prize, from submission call to winner announcements.

• Nurture relationships with stakeholders, including judges and partners, to build the Prize’s profile.

• Collaborate with the communications team to develop and execute an effective communications strategy for the Prize.

• Oversee our online creative content, including the literary magazine adda and creative opportunities.

Lead the creative elements of the Commonwealth People’s Forum (CPF) 

• Act as the creative lead for the Commonwealth People’s Forum (CPF), ensuring creativity is integrated into events and activities.

• Cultivate and manage relationships with creative partners.

• Oversee the delivery and evaluation of creative elements within CPF.

Whole of Foundation support

• Contribute to programme planning, monitoring, and reporting. 

• Support cross-programme initiatives aligned with the Foundation’s strategic goals. 

Role:

Scottish Women’s Aid has an exciting opportunity to join their communications team. This is an influential and dynamic position, reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the Communications Lead shares responsibility for leading SWA’s communications work, campaigning, messaging, and delivering a media strategy in line with our strategic objectives.

Working collaboratively across Policy, Fundraising, member, and training teams at SWA you will co-develop and deliver a communications strategy, identifying the best ways to lever change through media campaigns around key issues for women, children, and young people experiencing domestic abuse. You will shape a wide variety of materials and outputs that support SWA’s broader advocacy and campaigning aims.  You will devise engaging communications approaches and craft compelling content. This will include media responses, PR, press releases, and briefing notes as well as articles for a range of audiences comprising our network, partners, stakeholders, the media, government, and wider civil society. You will also co-curate our online presence, creating engaging content across a range of platforms, and be adept at analysing engagement metrics and evaluating impact.

Background

Scottish Women’s Aid is the lead organisation in Scotland working to end domestic abuse. We are both a children’s rights and a women’s rights organisation.

• We directly campaign to institutions and leaders for policies and laws that address the drivers of women’s inequality and improve responses to domestic abuse. This work makes women and children safer and helps them disentangle themselves from their abusers.
• We provide training to public and private bodies from the police and judiciary to child welfare systems, to effectively respond to survivors.
• We raise the profile of domestic abuse nationally and internationally so that domestic abuse is treated like the critical threat to human rights that it is.
• We host Scotland’s 24-Hour Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline to ensure help is always available while actively supporting a network of 33 specialist local Women’s Aid services that directly support and provide refuge to women and children of Scotland affected by domestic abuse
• We are the umbrella organisation for 33 autonomous Women’s Aid groups delivering direct services to women, children and young people across Scotland, providing guidance, support and training to our members

What We Need

We’re looking for someone who can fulfill the above description and has:

• Relevant experience in a communications role (of at least 4 years)
• Understanding of social justice communications principles and best practices
• Excellent written communication skills and experience producing content for key audiences
• Experience of campaign work within a VAWG, political, parliamentary or public affairs context.
• Experience of working with or in the media
• Experience coordinating digital communications, including websites, and social media and how to utilise their potential.
• Competent in using own initiative, managing work, and responding to opportunities effectively.
• Experience of Canva or similar graphic design software, and video editing platforms to create quality on brand social media and other related design content
• Experience of evaluation and monitoring impact
• Ideally, we would also like
• Experience of communicating a gendered message
• Understanding of the media and culture sectors in Scotland
• Experience of translating detailed and complex information into compelling and accurate information for use in the media

What we offer

There are many reasons to work for Scottish Women’s Aid. We have a inclusive, collaborativeworking culture and our mission and vision attract a brilliant staff team. Your hard work is rewarded with a package of support and benefits including:

Flexible working

We offer flexible hybrid working options for the majority of our employees. Some posts are eligible for full-time homeworking.We also offer flexibility for staff and work/life balance through a number of flexible working options such as flexi time, condensed hours, job sharing.

Pay

SWA are a Living wage employer, our pay and grading system offers a competitive starting salary and yearly progression.

Annual Leave

We offer a full-time annual leave entitlement of 30 days (210 hours) per year plus 10 Public Holiday days (70 hours) per year. Leave is accrued at the rate of 3.33 days (23.3 hours) per month.

Pension

SWA believes it’s important that we help you save for your retirement so access to Nest pension scheme is given to all eligible employees. SWA contributes 10% of gross contractual earnings on the provision that the employee contributes a minimum of 3% towards their pension contributions.

Learning and Development

SWA supports and develops staff to ensure they have the necessary skills, knowledge and abilities. There is an internal schedule of training on key skills and knowledge relevant to all staff. There is also scope to attend ad hoc training for employees who are working to develop specific skills.

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

SWA offers staff who meet the criteria for Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) an enhanced maternity pay of 20 weeks on full pay and 20 weeks on half pay.

Wellbeing

As part of SWA’s commitment to staff wellbeing, staff are offered access to a confidential 24/7 health and Wellbeing service with AIG which provides confidential advice, counselling and legal support to all staff, and where applicable, immediate family members.

Bike 2 Work

An interest-free loan to purchase a bike, can be arranged up to the value of £1,000.

Edinburgh Leisure Gym Subsidies

Edinburgh based staff are able to access Edinburgh Leisure facilities for the reduced price of £1 per session.

Equalities Statement 

SWA exists to end violence against women and girls, we are committed to opposing and eliminating all forms of intersectional discrimination at the system, institutional, and individual level. This includes challenging barriers that prevent women’s equal participation in the workplace. To achieve this, our workforce must reflect a diversity of identities and perspectives. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented women, including but not limited to, women from minority ethnic communities, women with disabilities, LGBTI communities, carers, and women who have experienced economic deprivation.

To ensure that all of our staff thrive and succeed, we work to continuously improve the inclusivity, accessibility, and fairness of our workplace to create a working environment that promotes dignity and respect to all, where differences in background, culture, identity and lived experience are recognised and valued.

We offer disabled women the option of requesting that their application be considered under the terms of our Guaranteed Interview Schemes. You will be asked if you’d like to be considered on the application form.

Salary: £36,622 – £42,024 per year (pro rata).

Hours: Up to 25 hours (to be worked flexibly).

Location: Blend of home working and office, based in Rose Street, Edinburgh. There will be a requirement to attend in-person events and meetings, based predominantly in Edinburgh.  Please talk to us about your flexible working requirements!

Closing Date: The recruitment panel will be appointing for this role on a rolling basis. After considering your application, the panel will be in touch if they would like to invite you to interview, please don’t delay in applying as the post will close once the position is filled.

Scottish Women’s Aid is an equal opportunities employer, applications will be accepted from women only under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. 

Open for Business is a charity with a vision of a world where business is a driving force in advancing LGBTQ+ equality around the world. We lead a Coalition of 38 global businesses, who have made a commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and make the economic case for LGBTQ+ inclusion using data and research. We develop the evidence base that shows that more inclusive, diverse societies are not just good for individuals, they are also better for business and economic growth.

We’re recruiting a Digital Content Lead who be responsible for all content development, including social (organic and paid), website and design.

This is an exciting role in a fast-paced organisation committed to ensuring LGBTQ+ inclusion globally. We are looking for a confident colleague who is as comfortable translating data to vertical video and carousels as they are drafting social copy and designing decks and event invites. The postholder will need to stick to brand guidelines and build our external brand identity while also looking for innovative and engaging ideas to present content for a range of stakeholders.

You will be as suited to proactive, agile and autonomous work, managing multiple deadlines and projects while keeping abreast of all relevant internal and external developments that may lend themselves to content creation.

We are a data-driven advocacy organisation, and the successful candidate will be comfortable handling data and translating it for different formats of content. We are keen to welcome candidates who are passionate about addressing LGBTQ+ equalities worldwide, particularly women and people of colour, who are currently underrepresented at Open for Business.

For further details on the role, including person specification and process for applications, see the job pack below.

The closing date for submissions of applications is 23:59 on 18 February 2025.

Please note this is a permanent role with a start date of May 2025 or later.

We are looking for a warm and self-motivated Engagement Officer to lead community and volunteer engagement, and manage our social media platforms at SOFT UK. In this position, you will engage with the existing SOFT UK community, strengthening and deepening this relationship. You will also build new relationships, thus building our community. You will also engage with volunteers, ensuring their volunteer journey is seamless and successful.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and be highly adaptable, happy to facilitate a video call with SOFT UK families in the morning, and then engage with volunteers in the afternoon! They will be self-motivated and confident to work from home.

SOFT UK       

The Support Organisation for Trisomy 13 and 18 UK (“SOFT UK”) is a not for profit charitable organisation structured as a charitable trust for the purposes of providing organisational support to those with first-hand experience of Trisomy 13/18 and other related disorders. The Board of Trustees (“the Board”) comprises the legal directors of the Trust. 

Main Responsibilities of the post

The Engagement Officer is responsible to the Charity Director for the management of engagement on behalf of SOFT UK, ensuring we are seen as professional, yet warm and welcoming to our service users.

In this role you will manage and maintain our social media strategy with support from our Communications Officer, seeking out new ways to communicate with our community.

These activities include, but are not confined to:

• Strengthening our relationship with current SOFT UK supporters, including families, fundraisers, and charity partners.
• Preparing, organising and facilitating regular video calls with SOFT UK families.
• Building new relationships, thus broadening our reach and impact.
• Engaging with SOFT UK volunteers through various media to ensure their volunteering experience is enjoyable and mutually beneficial.
• Working with the Charity Director and the Communications Officer to collaborate on content and engagement for Trisomy Awareness Month
• Working collaboratively to help organise SOFT UK Family Days.
• Work collaboratively to produce content for our SOFT UK social media channels and Youtube.
• Prepare detailed engagement activity reports.
• Develop our podcast/vlogcast strategy.
• Identify and attend relevant networking events and conferences, virtually and in person.

Furthering SOFT UK aims and objectives

• Be aware of the underlying principle of the charity’s work in ensuring that the needs and interests of SOFT UK’s families are fully recognised in all aspects of its work.
• Be aware of and comply with the organisation’s rules relating to Employment, Health & Safety and information security regulations.

On occasions the Charity Director may request the post holder to undertake other responsibilities consistent with those set out above. 

Person Spec

· Relevant experience in a similar role.

· Proven experience leading people or marketing is advantageous.

· Previous experience working in a 3rd sector organisation is advantageous.

· Strong knowledge of engagement practices and techniques.

· Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

· Must be self-motivated, able to multitask and work well under pressure.

· Experience of using Zoom (or similar) would be beneficial.

FIT makes grants to organisations and provides individual fellowships for work that promotes sustainable transport as a universal basic right, reduces the environmental impact of our transport system, and reduces the dominance of the car in society. The Foundation also makes loans, repayable grants and equity investments to selected projects and innovations. For further information about our work and examples of our projects, please visit our website.

The Communications Officer will manage the Charity's communications activities including PR/press, the website and social media, as well as helping organise various events. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual who cares passionately about achieving our aims. The role offers an opportunity to help shape the Foundation’s priorities and strategy, to be part of a movement for change, and to identify and work with some exceptional individuals and organisations. 

 JOB DESCRIPTION

1)   PR/ press:

• Promoting FIT and its work to a wider audience

• Publishing and promoting the work of FIT’s grantees, fellows and investees using blogs, social media, newsletters and press releases:

  • Communicating with grantees, fellows and investees to obtain relevant information

  • Drafting news articles for the FIT website and social media

  • Producing a quarterly newsletter detailing new grant awards, grantee news and upcoming events

  • Producing press releases and media articles

  • Liaising with external press and print media organisations

  • Creative use of other media as the post holder sees fit

• Creating a digital catalogue/ archive of all FIT-funded projects, fellowships and investments

• Adding FIT to directories of grant-giving organisations to allow us to be found by a wider audience.

2)      Website: 

• Maintaining and updating FIT’s website (in conjunction with the Executive Secretary & Grants Manager)

• Producing grant impact summaries for the individual project pages on the website using information provided in final project reports

• Adding missing past/ present funded projects to the website to create a complete online record of everything FIT has funded.

3)      Social media: 

• Managing FIT’s existing social media accounts including LinkedIn and X

• Setting up new social media accounts as necessary eg Facebook

• Drafting a social media policy for FIT.

4)   Events/ networking:

• Supporting the organisation of in person events and webinars to showcase the projects, fellowships and social investments which FIT supports, and to enable networking amongst those supported by FIT (in conjunction with the Executive Secretary & Grants Manager and Events Manager)

• Creating virtual sub-groups of grantees and fellows to further enable networking opportunities.

5)    Other: 

• Opportunity for drafting a communications strategy

• Other communications tasks from time to time as deemed reasonable by the trustees and Executive Secretary & Grants Manager.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The Communications Officer will actively and passionately promote the work of the Foundation and will be aligned with the aims of FIT, which are public transport as a universal basic right, reducing the environmental impact of our transport system, and reducing the dominance of the car in society.

Skills and competencies

• Excellent copywriting skills and experience in drafting copy for technical and non-technical audiences in a variety of formats, including web, social media, news articles, press releases, formal reports, etc (E)

• Experience in web editing using WordPress (E)

• Ability to work and liaise with a wide range of people (E)

• Accuracy and excellent attention to detail (E)

• Ability to work independently under own initiative (E)

• High level organisational and administrative skills (E)

• IT skills: competent in the use of Google Workspace, Zoom and social media, etc (E)

Knowledge and experience

• Experience of working in a communications role (E)

• Experience of working with social media (E)

• Experience of working with mainstream media (E)

• Familiarity with the charitable, not-for-profit or campaigning sector (E)

• Experience of working within a committee environment, for example, with a board of trustees or elected members (D)

• Interest in and support for sustainable transport (E)

• Knowledge of the sustainable transport sector (D)

E = Essential; D = Desirable

To apply for the role, please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum 2 sides A4) outlining your relevant skills and experience, together with details of how you fit the requirements of the person specification. The deadline for applications is 23:55 on Friday 14th February 2025.