Communications Officer

We need a passionate and adaptable individual with experience in content creation and social media, and in supporting strategic communications campaigns. A passion for the natural world is a bonus! 

The role will provide support to Tusk’s integrated communications strategy, taking a leading role in the implementation of Tusk’s digital communications, especially social media platforms and the creation and curation of digital assets. The communications strategy covers Tusk’s operations and fundraising in both the UK and the US, as well as project activity in Africa.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Digital Communications

• Implement Tusk’s social media strategy in line with Tusk’s overarching communications strategy, ensuring it adheres to Tusk’s values and brand guidelines, including language and tone of voice
• Produce compelling and shareable content for Tusk’s social media platforms, including videos, images and text
• Analyse social media performance and explore opportunities to drive audience engagement and growth
• Develop promotional films on Tusk’s work
• Keep the Tusk website up to date, writing and uploading regular news posts and blogs
• Prepare regular e-shots in line with the overarching communications strategy and send to Tusk’s e-newsletter subscribers in both the UK and US, and analyse their success
• Create or commission digital content as needed
• Collate digital assets and toolkits and share as required

Communications Strategy

• Support the Head of Communications with the implementation of Tusk’s communications strategy, working with other Tusk team members as required.
• Monitor the media for relevant stories, opportunities and trends.
• Research and identify relevant opportunities for Tusk to react to news, participate in online discussions and share insights to strengthen the brand’s authority.

General

• The nature of the charity demands that this role be flexible to assist generally with all aspects of the work carried out at Tusk and is not limited to the duties listed above

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential:

• 2-3 years’ experience managing social media for a brand
• Ability to produce branded, clear, compelling, and audience-appropriate content for social media and digital platforms
• Excellent video editing and creation skills
• Strong writing and editorial skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and build excellent working relationships internally and externally
• Good organisation, time management and ability to focus on a specific task (as well as multi-tasking)

Desirable:

• Experience of marketing and communications for a charity
• A good understanding of African wildlife conservation issues.