Journalist Jobs
£48,600 - £52,900 per year
Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office
What the job involves
This is an exciting new role within our Integrated Marketing and Media department, managing a talented Media and PR team, creating impactful moments that inspire action and drive change for men.
You’ll be responsible for developing our media and PR approach, ensuring prioritisation to deliver our Communications strategy and campaign objectives. You’ll contribute to future planning, crisis planning, and measuring impact by tracking and evaluating our PR results.
You’ll work with our paid media agency to maximise our media partnerships, ensuring all our work delivers for men. You’ll work alongside our creative content team to help men affected by prostate cancer share their stories and build strong relationships with our spokespeople and key stakeholders.
What we want from you
A strategic thinker who can drive results and think long-term but who can balance getting involved with the team and the details. A collaborator who can build strong relationships with different teams across the organisation and with external partners. You’ll have experience leading PR teams working with a variety of stories and media outlets.
You’re a natural leader who knows how to inspire and manage a team, supporting creativity while meeting deadlines and objectives. An excellent communicator, confident communicating complex technical information to general audiences. You’ve got your finger on the pulse of the modern news environment, able to anticipate threats and navigate thorny issues. And you’re credible building trusted relationships and influencing at senior levels with journalists and other external stakeholders.
Why work with us?
Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men – prostate cancer. It’s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year.
Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men’s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition – to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We’re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease.
Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Prostate Cancer UK, we believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to building a strong and innovative workplace, that represents and can advocate for the communities we support. We stand against discrimination and prejudice, and we champion tolerance, fairness and equality in everything we do. This makes us stronger and helps us reach more people. We’re all here for the same reason: to give every man the power to navigate prostate cancer.
We're committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men who are at double risk. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer.
Therefore, we’re particularly interested in applications from those from marginalised and vulnerable communities. This will help us create an environment of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, where personal qualities are as important as professional experience, and our people feel seen and heard.
Ways of working
Our hybrid working approach combines the best of flexible working – a positive work/life balance, inclusive and accessible platforms, and online information at our fingertips.
Next steps
More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our ‘How to apply’ section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply, please visit the website via the apply button.
The closing date is Sunday 8th December 2024. Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time.
Interviews: By arrangement. Currently scheduled for the week of Monday 9th December 2024. The interview process is expected to consist of two stages.
Prostate Cancer UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1005541) and in Scotland (SC039332). Registered company number 02653887.
£57,000 per annum
Fixed term - 12 months (maternity cover)
Part home/Part office (London) based
UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.
This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as a Senior Public Relations Manager.
As a senior leader sitting within our Media Team, you will be responsible for leading the strategic thinking and delivery for UNICEF UK’s public fundraising media and communications work, including Soccer Aid for UNICEF.
You will manage high level external stakeholder relationships including funding partners, celebrity publicists, UK media, PR agencies and broadcast partners; and you will manager a small and talented PR team.
We are looking for someone ambitious, strategic and solutions focused. You are a team player and will be a skilled communicator adept at managing a complex range of stakeholders and getting things done!
Act now and visit the website via the apply button to apply online.
Closing date: 5pm, Thursday 9 January 2025.
Interview dates: First round: Wednesday 22 January 2025 (via MS Teams). Second round: Wednesday 29 January 2025 (in person at UUK offices).
In return, we offer:
· excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools)
· outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role
· impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
· an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children.
· the opportunity to work in a leading children’s organisation making a difference to children around the world
Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your response and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you because by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process.
We are gradually moving back to our offices on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and we anticipate most colleagues will work one or two days a week in the office and the rest of the time from home. We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.
UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business 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 welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences.
We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.
If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the Supporter Care line during office hours.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.
Registered Charity Nos. 1072612 (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)
PR and Communications Manager
- North, West or South London centre (hybrid considered with at
least three days a week office-based) - Full time
- Permanent
- £29,000-£34,000
Interviews for this role will take place on Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th December. We ask that all candidates keep these dates available for virtual interviews.
About Smart Works
Smart Works is a UK charity that exists to give unemployed women the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed at interview and get the job. The Smart Works community brings this mission to life, working together to support and empower women in their professional pursuits.
We’re dynamic, high profile and fast-growing. Powered by volunteers, the Smart Works service is delivered in 11 centres across the UK. Since 2013, Smart Works has helped over 40,000 women, and we’re on track to support 10,000 women this year alone. After visiting Smart Works, two thirds of clients secure a job within a month. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre. Find out more on our website.
About the role
We are seeking a PR and Communications Manager to join our ambitious team. We know that incredible work goes on behind the scenes at Smart Works, and that what we do meaningfully helps to change the lives of thousands of women every year. But we need you to help us shout from the rooftops about our service and impact, actively seeking media opportunities and press coverage, to increase our public profile. Your work will make a real difference – spreading the Smart Works message not only to the women we exist to support, but fundraisers, referral partners, volunteers and the public too.
Duties and responsibilities
- You will amplify and lead existing integrated campaigns, including the Smart Works Unemployment Index, International Women’s Day and International Day of the Girl. With the support of the Digital Marketing Manager, Graphic Design Manager and Digital Communications Manager, you’ll ensure our campaigns are widely noticed and talked about, in the press, online and local community.
- You will develop and manage media opportunities (proactive and reactive), including owning our press office, writing and distributing press releases, building relationships with journalists, tracking coverage, and briefing spokespeople.
- You will lead and develop our Client Champions programme and case studies, ensuring the client remains central to the charity’s external voice, proactively seeking opportunities to tell their stories to encourage support/donations from external communities, and managing any nationwide communication moments/events.
- You will support our engagement with Patrons and Ambassadors, managing relationships where appropriate and seeking new advocates who can authentically help tell our story, to reach more people.
- You will lead the coordination of our internal communications calendar and reporting, working with internal stakeholders across Partnerships, Operations and our local centres to ensure that key moments are recognised, with support at a national level where appropriate.
- You will support with other team tasks, such as social media scheduling and content creation.
If you have a solid understanding and experience of PR and campaign work, this is an incredible opportunity to use your expertise to change women’s lives.
The successful candidate will report to our Director of Communications and Marketing. The role has no line management responsibility but will work closely with colleagues – including our Digital Marketing Manager, Digital Communications Manager and Graphic Design Manager – so you should be used to collaborating with others, in a dynamic environment.
Personal specification
Essential Criteria
- Proven experience in a PR, communications, or similar role, ideally within the charity.
- Demonstrable success in securing media coverage, developing and delivering PR plans, managing relationships, and working with ambassadors.
- Outstanding writing, editing and proofreading skills with excellent attention to detail, including when working with limited resource and/or under pressure.
- Ability to craft compelling stories, press releases and pitches.
- Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage and take responsibility for own workload, handle multiple priorities and to work independently.
- Both strategic and operational thinker.
- Excellent, proven project management and planning skills.
- Creative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Friendly and approachable, can work independently and as part of a team.
- Passionate about the Smart Works mission and our values, with a commitment to our EDI strategy.
Benefits, terms and conditions
- North, West or South London centre (hybrid considered with at least three days a week office-based).
- Full time, 9am-5pm.
- Permanent.
- Salary of £29,000-£34,000, depending on experience.
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
- Company pension.
- Positive, supportive working environment with opportunities for practical training and progression.
- Free/discounted access at selected Smart Works sales, events and pop-up shops.
- All successful applicants must provide two satisfactory references and complete a Basic DBS check.
How to apply
Please use the portal on our website to submit your CV and cover letter by midday on Friday 6th December. Your cover letter should address the following questions:
- Why do you want to work for Smart Works?
- What specific PR experience and skills do you have that makes you well suited to the role?
- In your opinion, what is the biggest challenge in the current PR and communications space?
Closing date for applications
midday Friday 6 December
Notification of interview
Shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than 5.30pm Friday 6 December
Interviews
First round interviews will be held virtually on Tuesday 10 December. The timings for these are:
- 8.30am – 9.25 am
- 9.30am – 10.25am
- 10.30am – 11.25am
- 11.30am – 12.25pm
- 12.30pm – 1.25pm
Second round interviews will be a chance to meet the team virtually on Wednesday 11 December. The timings for these are:
- 8.45am – 9.30am
- 9.30am-10.15am
For the first-round interview, you will be asked to discuss your response to the following:
We want Smart Works to become a household name, and the go-to charity when media want to speak to a charity for comments on women’s unemployment. From what you know about our work (including the Smart Works Unemployment Index), how would you go about making this happen in time for International Women’s Day in March 2025?
You’ll have ten minutes in total (including time for any questions). We’re happy to hear this response verbally or you’re welcome to put together a short PowerPoint presentation – what we’re interested in is how you would approach the hurdle and what steps you would take to reach the end target.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alterations for the application and recruitment processes, please contact the recruitment team about submitting an application (see job pack for contact details).
At Smart Works we will apply suitable measures to keep your information secure in accordance with our Privacy Policy (a current version of which is available on our website).
Smart Works promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, disabled candidates, and candidates with lived experience of unemployment as we would like to increase the representation of these groups at Smart Works.
We exist to give unemployed women the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed at interview and get the job.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Who We Are:
Fuel Bank Foundation is the UK’s only national charity dedicated to helping people who can’t afford to pre-pay for their energy, ensuring they aren’t left without heating, light, or the means to cook.
Our mission is to:
- Help people escape immediate fuel crises.
- Empower individuals to stay connected to their energy supply.
- Influence governments, energy suppliers, and regulators to address the root causes of fuel poverty for good.
We are guided by our core values:
Empathy, Collaboration, Commercial Head & Kind Heart, Ambition, Bravery.
Who You Are:
Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for making a real difference? Join us as our Communications Executive and use your skills to help amplify our mission.
About the Role:
As Communications Executive, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our internal and external communications. Collaborating closely with our Head of Communications, you will create impactful content, manage digital channels, engage with media outlets, and ensure our brand and mission resonate with key audiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Content Creation: Develop compelling written and visual content for multiple platforms.
- Social Media and Digital Presence: Oversee and grow our digital footprint.
- Internal Communications: Foster clear and engaging communication within the team.
- Media Relations: Build relationships with media outlets and secure positive coverage.
- Event Support: Assist in planning and promoting events and campaigns.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Connect with donors, partners, and beneficiaries.
- Brand and Reputation Management: Safeguard and enhance our public image.
- Administrative Support: Provide operational support for communications activities.
What We’re Looking For:
Qualifications, Skills, & Experience:
- Education: Degree in Marketing, PR, Journalism, or related fields is preferred but not essential with equivalent experience.
- Experience: 1-3 years in communications, marketing, or PR, ideally within the charity or public sector.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in content creation tools, social media platforms, and CMS systems.
- Communication Skills: Outstanding written and verbal communication.
- Project Management: Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
- Creativity: A flair for storytelling and design.
Personal Attributes:
- Empathetic and compassionate.
- Proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused.
- Culturally aware with a passion for social impact.
Why Join Us?
At Fuel Bank Foundation, people are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to providing a flexible and supportive work environment where your voice matters.
We are proud to be a Great Place to Work and an accredited Living Wage Employer. Benefits include:
- Competitive salary.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- 27.5 days annual leave (FTE).
- Benenden Healthcare plan.
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re passionate about using your skills to drive meaningful change and want to help us combat fuel poverty, we’d love to hear from you!
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Are you passionate about animal welfare and looking to kick-start your career in marketing and communications? Join our dedicated, award-winning team at Naturewatch Foundation, where our mission is to prevent animal cruelty and make a meaningful impact on the lives of animals. As a Campaigns and Marketing Assistant, you’ll support the delivery of impactful marketing campaigns, social media and communications initiatives, including high-profile projects like World Animal Day and various events.
To be considered, we’ll be looking for motivated candidates with relevant work experience or skills developed in a marketing, communications, journalism, or animal welfare (or related) degree. The successful candidate would need to be organised, with a sharp eye for detail, able to deliver projects on time, whilst working as part of a team. You’ll need strong Microsoft Office skills, ability to use design software (such as Canva and/or Adobe (InDesign, Photoshop), and crucially a good understanding of how to use a range of social media platforms effectively for the charity as well as how best to communicate with journalists and the media on sensitive topics. This role reports into the Marketing and Website Manager but works closely with our Campaign Managers helping to deliver the marketing and communications of effective animal welfare campaigns.
This is a full time and permanent role offering a salary around £22k pa, depending on skills and experience.
If this is you, we would love to hear from you.
Essential Skills
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Knowledge of creative marketing and communications techniques
· Experience with using social media platforms
· Knowledge of the media and effective working with journalists
· Competent with Microsoft Office software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint
· Competent with design software such as Canva, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
· Able to organise events
· Good time management skills with the ability to plan, prioritise workloads, work quickly and accurately under pressure and to deadlines
· Able to work effectively as part of a small team, and interact with colleagues in a helpful and supportive manner
· Hard working, motivated and with a can-do positive attitude
· Able to handle sensitive, sometimes distressing information regarding animal welfare and the link with domestic abuse
Desirable Skills
· Knowledge of campaigning and lobbying techniques
· Research experience
· Web design skills
· Willing to network
· Creative copywriting experience
· Understanding of animal welfare issues
Requirements
· Happy to work in our small Cheltenham office a minimum of three days a week, and work remotely including from home on other days, plus willingness to attend meetings elsewhere as necessary
· Commitment to the objectives of the charity
· Agreeable to attend local, national and possibly international events occasionally and carry out any other reasonable tasks asked of you
· Start date January/February 2025
To apply:
Please apply with your CV and covering letter outlining your relevant experience and skills and including why you would like the position. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered for interview. Please include ‘Campaigns and Marketing Assistant Job Application’ in your application.
Closing Date: Wednesday 11th December 2024 We may contact applicants selected for interview prior to the closing date.
Since 1991, Naturewatch Foundation has campaigned passionately to end animal cruelty and advance animal welfare standards in the UK and worldwide.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Closing date: 11th December
Interviews: 19th December
Contract: This is a permanent, part-time position offering 28 hours per week across 4 days, with a prorated salary.
Location: This position is home-based, located in the South West of England region, with requirements for frequent travel. Candidates must live in this geographic area as an essential requirement of the role.
Application Process: If you’re excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of Alzheimer’s Society, we would love to hear how your skills and experience are a good match for us. To apply, please send a supporting statement that tells us what appeals to you about the role and why you believe you would be the most suitable individual for this position.
Are you looking for a role where your media and communications skills can help to make a positive difference?
Do you want to inspire and help people through powerful storytelling across regional media, amplifying the voices and experiences of people living with dementia to bring about change? If yes, we’d love to tell you more!
Alzheimer’s Society is seeking an experienced, proactive, and determined individual with a background in PR (in-house or agency) or journalism, who has a strong news sense and proven track record.
With an excellent understanding of regional media and living within South-West England as a requirement of this role, you will join a friendly and busy team working remotely, who support each other to overcome any challenges, achieve results and celebrate success.
This is a vital and rewarding role that offers you opportunities to be creative, lead the design and delivery of campaigns and be recognised as a trusted expert in regional PR.
Alzheimer's Society was named on the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023! We have achieved excellent scores for workplace happiness, pride, and job satisfaction. This is a wonderful achievement and we're incredibly proud, as this is a fantastic testament to all the people who make up Alzheimer’s Society.
About you
- You will be providing a platform for people affected by dementia to be heard – through engaging media campaigns, sourcing interviews and working with journalists on stories that really matter.
- You will be making a real difference by raising awareness. Whether it’s boosting fundraising totals signing up for events or supporting someone to share their experience so other people living with dementia know they are not alone, and that help is available.
- You have the opportunity and time to develop ideas when leading key projects and campaigns throughout the year, working in collaboration with other teams across the organisation.
- Enhance your skills in multimedia by creating your videos and photos with the equipment provided to build packages of engaging content for regional media.
- Use your expert knowledge and skills to advise on media relations and reputation management and help train and develop spokespeople.
- You will work on varied and interesting campaigns including fundraising, research and influencing dementia support services – enhancing your knowledge and expertise.
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.
There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.
At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.
Our Values
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.
Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
We are searching for a Marketing and Communications Officer to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the Head of Marketing and Communications, the Digital Marketing Officer, as well as external agencies and freelancers. This position is ideal for a collaborative marketer who can develop and manage diverse storylines and foster relationships across internal teams, journalists, and marketing partners.
The successful candidate will lead campaign management, email marketing, and PR efforts, focusing on reaching new audiences and increasing awareness of Lakeland Arts. You will play a key role in driving engagement with our programmes, events, and membership opportunities.
Lakeland Arts is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
You can see a more detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities for this role in the attached job description. Please note that the key responsibilities listed in the job description is not an exhaustive list.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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P&C Administrative Assistant
About Internews
Internews is an international non-profit organisation whose mission is to empower local media worldwide to give people the news and information they need, the ability to connect and the means to make their voices heard.
Internews provides communities the resources to produce local news and information with integrity and independence. With global expertise and reach, Internews trains both media professionals and citizen journalists, introduces innovative media solutions, increases coverage of vital issues and helps establish policies needed for open access to information.
Internews programmes create platforms for dialogue and enable informed debate, which bring about social and economic progress. Internews’ commitment to research and evaluation creates effective and sustainable programs, even in the most challenging environments.
Internews operates internationally, with administrative centres in California, Washington DC, and London, as well as regional hubs in Bangkok and Nairobi. Formed in 1982, Internews has worked in more than 100 countries, and currently has offices in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and North America.
About the role
The P&C Administrative Assistant will be based in our London office (two days a week), sharing time between general HR administrative and general office support duties. The role will support the People & Culture function on general HR and administrative tasks.
Roles and Responsibilities
Human Resources
- Monitoring shared P&C inbox, addressing enquires in a timely manner.
- Collecting and maintaining various HR trackers and databases.
- Providing administrative support for the recruitment process, posting job adverts, contacting candidates, scheduling job interviews and collecting recruitment related documentation.
- Assisting in the new joiner induction and on-boarding processes.
- Updating and maintaining staff records.
- Ensuring data is stored in line with principles of GDPR.
- Completing pre-employment checks, including reference, right to work, and vetting checks.
- Supporting the probationary process for new joiners (including scheduling meeting, distributing relevant documentation and collecting completed forms and feedback.
- Performs other related duties as assigned
General Administration:
- As part of onboarding, facilitate the induction process for new joiners in the London office, including:
- Issuing access passes
- Coordinating with the TSS team on new joiner equipment
- Facilitate the DSE assessment process
- Act as a Health & Safety Officer and Fire Safety Officer for the London Office.
- Any other duties of an administrative nature
Person Specification
Essential
- Degree or equivalent work experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of basic principles of GDPR
- Methodical, accurate and organized with a keen eye for detail
- Proven ability to successfully communicate and mediate with both management and staff
- Good understanding of Microsoft Windows including MS Word, Excel and Outlook
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Experience of using Microsoft Applications
- Experience of using Human Resources Information Systems
- Experience of working in an International NGO
- Proficiency in additional language would be advantageous
- Proven ability to successfully operate in multi-cultural environments
Recruitment Timeline:
Closing date for applications: Wednesday, 11 December 2024
Candidates must submit a CV highlighting relevant experience. The successful candidate will also be asked to provide three professional referees, one of whom must be from their most recent employer.
The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, all the tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the job holder a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.
This position will be located in the United Kingdom and therefore a successful applicant must obtain the Right to Work in the UK in order to commence their employment
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Join an exciting initiative that is supporting governments around the world to protect and promote media freedom!
The Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF) is the corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity we work to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights. We combine our unique media development and legal services to drive systemic change through news, capacity strengthening, free legal assistance, and convening initiatives.
TRF provides a Secretariat function to the Media Freedom Coalition (MFC). The MFC is a partnership of 51 countries from six continents working together to advocate for media freedom and the safety of journalists at home and abroad. The MFC works closely with civil society and a panel of legal experts, among others, to promote media freedom through a range of activities – including public and private diplomacy to support journalists at risk, coordinated action through embassies, events and the promotion of legal reforms. The MFC was established in 2019 while the Secretariat was established in 2022. More information about the MFC can be found here.
The MFC Secretariat plays a central role in maximising the impact of the Coalition. It does this in four areas:
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Administration and operations: engaging with and supporting members of the Coalition; delivering activities including events and briefings; coordinating responses to cases of concern (in which journalists and news organisations are facing threats to their reporting); supporting embassies to act on media freedom; organizing meetings and maintaining the MFC’s network of contacts;
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Communications: communicating the MFC’s activities and impact externally, via website, social media and mainstream media coverage; supporting public-facing events; keeping the MFC’s network informed about activities and opportunities to take action;
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Policies and strategy: ensuring policies and processes are in place to facilitate an efficient, effective and responsive coalition; supporting strategic decision making; monitoring the latest developments in the media freedom context;
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Monitoring and evaluation: tracking and understanding the MFC’s outcomes and impact, and learning lessons from this.
The Secretariat is supported by grants from Global Affairs Canada, the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office, and Germany’s Federal Foreign Office.
We are seeking an organized and resourceful Project Manager to join our team. The Project Manager will lead on two key areas of the Secretariat’s work: (1) supporting and facilitating the MFC’s work on cases of concern, in which journalists and media workers are under threat, and (2) promoting greater engagement with diverse member countries of the MFC.
As part of the role you will interact with a wide range of government officials, civil society experts and legal experts from different parts of the world and establish improved processes for MFC interventions and engagement. The ideal candidate will be able to take the initiative while working collaboratively and will have excellent problem-solving skills. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to deepen their engagement in the media freedom, human rights and/or democracy fields through working with leading experts and cutting-edge issues.
The role is based in Canary Wharf in London. The role is full time and you would be expected to attend TRF’s offices two or more days per week.
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract (depending on availability). The contract may be extended beyond this, conditional on further funds being secured for the Secretariat’s continued operation.We expect the 12-month term of the contract will result in tangible and meaningful outcomes, such as improvements to processes and strategy, and more engaged member countries.
Some travel is anticipated as part of this role.
About The Role
As the Project Manager you will:
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Oversee and manage the MFC’s Secretariat’s work on cases of concern, looking for ways to optimize the speed, relevance and impact of MFC interventions while ensuring that they do no harm
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Improve processes on cases of concern in collaboration with government and civil society colleagues
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Build relationships with a range of MFC member countries in multiple regions, explore their needs, and develop and deliver bespoke support packages as applicable
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Identify case studies of interesting work by member countries on media freedom, and pass these on to the Secretariat’s Communications Manager for development into communications materials
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Contribute to strategic decision making on how to engage member countries and build a stronger Coalition
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Stay abreast of developments in the field of media freedom, particularly regarding media freedom cases of concern and media freedom developments within member countries
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Ensure sound record-keeping and lesson-learning from case interventions and member engagement
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Contribute to grant management, reporting, and donor relations where needed
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Work closely and collaboratively with the remainder of the Secretariat team and MFC stakeholders including the MFC co-chairs and Executive Group, Consultative Network, High Level Panel of Legal Experts on Media Freedom, and UNESCO
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Handle sensitive situations and information appropriately
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Represent the Secretariat at meetings and events (in-person and virtual)
About You
To be our Project Manager, you will likely have:
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Excellent organisational skills with a high degree of creative and flexible thinking
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The ability to create, maintain and improve systems to keep track of activities
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Excellent interpersonal skills – able to establish and maintain positive working relationships both internally and externally, with people from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds, in both junior and senior roles
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Resilience, including the ability to deal with challenges calmly and proactively
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A diplomatic approach, including the ability to see issues from others’ perspectives and to spot and mitigate potential risks
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Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly, and to adjust communication style to fit the audience
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The ability to think strategically so that activities contribute to longer-term objectives
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Ability to facilitate meetings or dialogues so that they lead to a tangible outcome or action points
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Fluency in English; other languages would be an advantage.
It would be useful if you also have:
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Understanding of, or interest in, media freedom issues
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Experience of working with government officials (in central government and/or embassies)
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Experience working effectively as part of a remote or hybrid team on collaborative initiatives
What’s in it For You
At the Thomson Reuters Foundation, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:
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Global Perspective and Impact: Interested in working for a dynamic global organization with a focus on social impact? With hubs all over the world from Bangkok to Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, join a truly international team with a shared goal of helping to build societies around the world that are free, fair and informed.
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A Unique Approach: Our expertise in media and the law is world class; we combine the power of both to address the critical issues faced by humanity.
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Our Relevance: With a focus on advancing media freedom, fostering more inclusive economies and promoting human rights, our work has never been more needed than right now.
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Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits.
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Learning & Development: We are dedicated to the continual professional development of our employees and offer access to both in-house and external training opportunities.
About Thomson Reuters Foundation
The Thomson Reuters Foundation is corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity, registered in the UK and the USA, we work to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and convening initiatives, we combine our unique media and legal services to drive systemic change.
Trusts & Foundations Development Manager
Join our client as a Trusts & Foundations Development Manager, this will be the first role in this speciality and will proactively develop programme ideas into winnable proposals and progress income from trusts and foundations.
Job title: Trusts & Foundations Development Manager
Salary Range: £45,000 per annum
Application deadline: Friday 29th November
Location: Hybrid /London
Start date: ASAP
This charity works across three dozen countries around the world, an independent non-profit organisation that supports journalists and civil society to help drive change in countries experiencing conflict, crisis, and transition. Their work includes:
- Training and mentoring: trains and mentors journalists and rights activists to improve their ability to identify and present factual information.
- Providing platforms: helping local talent establish and strengthen media outlets and civic groups.
- Removing barriers: working with partners to remove barriers to free expression and citizen engagement
- Strengthening media and civil society: helping strengthen the ability of media and civil society to speak out.
- Empowering societies: helping societies find their own solutions.
SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Global Development Director, the successful candidate will be a self-starter with the relevant experience, skills and relationships to develop a portfolio of prospects and grant makers.
The Trusts & Foundations Development Manager will work as part of a collaborative and friendly development team and work closely with programmes to develop new ideas and applications.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To identify suitable trust and foundation donors and establish relationships, with involvement from the GDD;
- Work with programme teams to develop new ideas for business development and submit to known and identified trusts & foundations;
- Manage the stewardship of the trusts and foundations portfolio, crafting winnable applications, and delivering reports as part of the engagement process;
- Work closely with the institutional development managers to identify opportunities for their portfolios and on institutional proposal development when necessary;
- Develop strategies for engaging new prospective donors through research and represent the organsation through networking;
- Gather and share information on new potential funding and/or themes and contribute to the intelligence and MEL functions with donor information and competitor mapping;
- Manage and develop existing relationships in collaboration with international programmes;
- Line management of a Development Assistant and coordination of their support to other team member.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- At least 5 years of experience working in a similar role;
- Significant and demonstrable experience of securing income from trusts and foundations;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- High quality verbal and written communication, problem-solving, critical thinking and a desire to collaborate with peers;
- Proven successful experience in identifying and securing unpublished funding opportunities;
- Ability to deliver high-level presentations to donors, clients and internal audiences.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Trusts Fundraiser, Foundations Fundraiser, Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser, Fundraising, Partnerships Manager, Fundraising Partnerships, Income Generation, Income Generation, Fundraiser, Engagement, Trusts, Trusts Fundraising Officer, Foundations Fundraising Manager, Trusts and Grants Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Manager, Trusts Fundraiser, Trusts and Grants Fundraiser, Corporate Fundraising, Corporate Fundraising Executive, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Corporate and Events Fundraiser.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
The Green Party is going places. We now have 4 MPs and a record number of Councillors. As Press Manager, you’d be at the heart of this political movement, helping shape and direct all the media outreach of the party.
You will be working alongside our existing part-time job-share Press Manager ensuring a smooth consistency in output throughout the week. We offer hybrid working. Ideally you will be based in London but this is flexible.
The Press Manager will promote a positive image of the Party and its key public figures in line with these strategies, as well as helping achieve favourable coverage in the media under the direction of the Head of Communications.
You will thrive in fast-paced environments, be flexible, quick-thinking, decisive, and have good political antennae. You will write like a dream, manage competing priorities calmly, have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, and be able to explain just why our representative would be the perfect person for this television slot or radio show, all while being intrinsically motivated by environmental and social justice.
Applications close at 10am on Wednesday 15 January 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Our system keeps your personal information hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
STAND, formerly known as Legs4Africa, is dedicated to enabling individuals with limb differences in sub-Saharan Africa to live independently and thrive within their communities. We ensure access to high-quality prosthetic limbs and holistic rehabilitation services, empowering people to regain their mobility and dignity. At STAND, we envision a world where everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has the opportunity to lead a full and active life.
The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Supporter Engagement Manager to lead our digital engagement strategy and deepen connections with our supporters. This role is crucial to growing our community, increasing regular giving, and securing sustainable funding to expand our impact. You will create and manage compelling, mission-driven content across multiple platforms, collaborating closely with fundraising and communications teams to deliver campaigns that resonate. You will work alongside our grants and trusts manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Digital Communications: Lead STAND’s digital presence by managing social media platforms, email marketing, website updates, and YouTube content to drive supporter engagement.
- Campaign Strategy and Execution: Plan, deliver, and optimise digital campaigns to increase income, grow our supporter base, and encourage regular giving.
- Community Building: Cultivate strong relationships with supporters, fostering long-term commitment and engagement, and inspiring them to become regular givers, major donors, and advocates for STAND.
- Donor Engagement: Develop targeted email and outreach campaigns, ensuring personalised and consistent communication with donors.
- Content Creation: Produce inspiring, engaging content aligned with STAND’s mission, utilising slick editing, creative writing, design, and graphics to reinforce key messages and showcase impact.
- Data-Driven Insights: Monitor and analyse key metrics (e.g., income generation, supporter engagement, and social media growth) to refine strategies and maximise impact.
- Brand Ambassador: Represent STAND’s values in all communications, maintaining a consistent tone and vision across platforms.
What We Offer
- A 4-day work week promoting a healthy work-life balance.
- An inclusive, collaborative, and creative work environment.
- 5% employer pension contribution
- 5-week holiday allowance per year
- Flexible working hours
- Training opportunities available
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with limb differences in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Professional development and growth within a purpose-driven organisation.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Experience: Proven success in digital marketing, supporter engagement, or fundraising, ideally within the non-profit sector.
- Digital Communications Skills: Strong capability in social media management, email marketing, and website content.
- Creative and Organised: Proficient in content creation, with a knack for slick editing, engaging design, and clever wordsmithing.
- Collaborative Approach: A team player, dedicated to building strong relationships internally and externally.
Desirable Skills
- CRM Experience: Familiarity with donor databases and CRM platforms.
- Platform Familiarity: Experience with tools like Mailchimp, Google Analytics, and Hootsuite.
- Media Relations: Background in media relations or managing campaigns involving journalists.
Remote Work & Travel
This role offers remote work flexibility, with occasional travel required. Quarterly visits to Bristol and an annual trip to one of our project countries will be expected.
Key Metrics for Success
- Growth in regular givers and one-off donations.
- Increased engagement on digital platforms.
- Income generated from digital fundraising campaigns.
- Strengthening relationships with major donors and media.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Living Wage Foundation is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Media and Communications Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and proactive communications professional with a strong background in media relations, public messaging, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-profile environment and be motivated to amplify the Living Wage Foundation’s impact across key audiences.
The postholder will lead all media, messaging, and external affairs work, developing and implementing a proactive media strategy that supports our mission and key campaigns, such as Living Wage Week and the annual Rates announcement. As a skilled media professional, you will oversee all communications outputs, ensuring consistency and strategic alignment, while delivering media training and refining key messaging to maximise reach and impact.
About the Application Process
We work within diverse communities bringing people together. In line with our Inclusion value, we would love to see applications from LGBTQIA+ people, people from racialised communities, people living with disabilities and people of faith, all to better represent the communities we work in. We want our employees to have the working conditions that allows them to fully participate, be able to be their best authentic selves and thrive doing so, and we have employee networks to support staff. Even if you don’t quite meet all the required criteria still consider applying, as we invest in our employees and support them to develop the skills and knowledge required to deliver their role.
For questions and reasonable adjustments regarding your application including information in a different format, or our recruitment process, please contact us.
Got any more questions?
If you would like further information on the role, the organisation, or our commitment to addressing under-representation and the development and progression of all colleagues, we would be happy to answer any questions.
We will be holding a webinar on Tuesday 26th November, 1-1.30pm where anyone can attend to find out more about the role, all enquiries welcome. In the past, candidates have found this a helpful space for understanding whether the role is right for them.
To register please check the link on Applied.
If you’d like to know more but cannot attend the webinar, please email contact us (details on Applied).
Living Wage Foundation
The Living Wage Foundation was launched in 2011 by Citizens UK to tackle in-work poverty and ensure that workers earn enough to live on and participate in family and community life. Citizens UK is the home of community organising with diverse civil society alliances set up to develop leaders to work on the issues that matter to them, such as the Living Wage. Other projects include Parent Action and Sponsor Refugees to add depth to the impact of Citizens UK’s work.
The Living Wage is a movement of businesses, organisations and people who believe that a hard day’s work deserves a fair day’s pay. The real Living Wage is an independently-calculated hourly rate based on the cost of living and announced each October ahead of Living Wage Week, our annual celebration of a growing network of over 15,000 Living Wage Employers.
The Living Wage Foundation celebrates employers that voluntarily choose to pay the real Living Wage through an accreditation scheme that recognises a long-term commitment to fair pay and has secured pay rises for 475,000 low paid workers. Over recent years, the Living Wage Foundation has built on the success of the real Living Wage by creating new responsible employment standards – Living Hours and Living Pension – for those employers who want to go further and provide the security workers need now and in the future.
The Living Wage Foundation is part of Citizens UK – a community organising charity which works with a broad base of institutions across the political spectrum. At the Living Wage Foundation, we take a deliberately broad-based approach and accredit all organisations who pay the real Living Wage to their directly and indirectly employed staff and are committed to tackling in work poverty. As a team we work across a range of industries and sectors to achieve this mission. We seek pragmatic coalitions in order to progress specific campaigns, and partnership around a particular issue such as Living Wage, does not imply an endorsement of broader purpose and policies.
Citizens UK
Citizens UK is the biggest, most diverse and most effective people-powered alliance of local communities working together for the common good. Our mission is to develop leaders, strengthen civic organisations and make change. Our 550 member communities are deeply rooted in their local areas and connect every day to the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. Through the method of community organising we enable people experiencing powerlessness to develop their leadership and come together with the power and strategy to make change.
This leads to hundreds of neighbourhood improvements - from zebra crossings outside primary schools to renovated public toilets in cemeteries. And it leads to some of the biggest campaign impacts in the UK, such as winning over £3 billion of wages through the UK Living Wage campaign, securing a legal cap on the cost of credit to control exploitative lending, and ending the detention of children for immigration purposes. We enable local campaigns to grow into large-scale social change projects such as the Living Wage Foundation, Parents and Communities Together (PACT), Sponsor Refugees, and Refugees for Justice, that form an integral part of our theory of change. The most prominent of these is the rapidly growing Living Wage Foundation with a network of almost 15,000 accredited Living Wage Employers across the UK.
At Citizens UK, our organisers and project staff work within communities and ‘organise across difference’. There are various project roles and management, operational, communication, finance and HR roles that support the organisation and project staff and organisers to deliver on this mission and work. This work is rewarding and can be challenging; it requires a personal commitment to inclusion, a willingness to listen and disagree respectfully, and an interest in working in an organisation where our staff, member institutions and leaders will come from a diversity of backgrounds and often hold views that may be very different from our own. More information about how we operate within this context, and build trusted relationships across difference can be found on our website and is covered in induction. Onboarding and navigating this relational culture, and type of work, is supported by line managers and further training.
In this role, you will be instrumental in advancing our political engagement efforts, building cross-party support and working with political leaders, mayoral teams, and other key stakeholders to promote our initiatives. You’ll manage two direct reports (Events Manager and Media Manager) who each hold line management responsibilities, and you will play a critical role within our Senior Management Team, collaborating closely with the Head of Communications to shape the overall direction of our communications work.
As a senior leader, you will be responsible for managing and allocating the communications team budget, expanding team capacity, and driving the team’s effectiveness. In collaboration with other senior managers, you will help foster a culture that values creativity, innovation, and strategic impact.
Main Responsibilities
Situational Awareness and Research
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Lead regular updates on key audiences, tracking positions on issues of interest and ensuring the team is fully informed.
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Guide the team in proactive media monitoring, enabling timely responses to significant developments.
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Collaborate with the Senior Research Manager to conduct and commission impactful research, driving media campaigns that effectively reach and engage target audiences.
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Oversee the development and maintenance of a comprehensive press database, mapping key media contacts and publications in line with the Living Wage Foundation’s objectives.
Strategy Development
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Provide strategic oversight of the organisation’s media strategy, ensuring it aligns with broader organisational, communications, and campaign goals, and establish clear processes for evaluating its success.
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Work alongside other Senior Managers in the Communications Team to shape and guide the overall communications strategy.
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Lead on all media and messaging outputs, including developing high-quality materials, coordinating media events, and delivering media training.
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Support the Living Wage Foundation’s Political Engagement Strategy by building and sustaining cross-party support for the organisation’s mission and objectives.
Reputational and Risk Management
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Develop and manage the organisation’s risk register, offering strategic oversight and serving as a primary contact for crisis communications.
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Manage and respond to reactive media inquiries promptly, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s values and objectives.
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Draft key messages and FAQs for media interviews and public responses, and advise senior leadership on sensitive media or reputational issues.
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Represent the Living Wage Foundation effectively in senior stakeholder interactions and participate in out-of-hours press duties when needed.
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Strengthen and maintain broad cross-party support for the Living Wage agenda.
Content Creation and Dissemination
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Oversee the Media Team in producing engaging press releases, blogs, opinion pieces, and media briefings to elevate the Living Wage Foundation’s profile.
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Ensure media outputs and communications reflect the organisation’s values and uphold a consistent voice.
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Create and refine key messaging for public communications, including FAQs and response guides.
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Lead media training sessions for LWF staff and Living Wage employers, enhancing their confidence and effectiveness in media engagements.
Relationship Management
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Lead employer case study development, identifying and preparing Living Wage employers to speak to media and champion a real Living Wage.
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Drive stakeholder engagement efforts, cultivating valuable relationships with Living Wage employers, campaign partners, and media contacts.
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Build and maintain relationships with journalists across print, digital, and broadcast media to secure quality coverage.
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Collaborate with the Public Engagement Team to draft emails, speeches, speaker notes, briefings, and press notices for political engagements.
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Provide line management and development support to the Media Manager and Events Manager.
Social Media and Website
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Ensure consistency in messaging and alignment across all media and digital platforms in collaboration with the wider communications team.
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Work closely with the Senior Digital and Communications Manager to guide and oversee team initiatives.
Key Skills
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An enthusiasm for media and communications, coupled with a strong commitment to the mission of the Living Wage Foundation.
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Proven experience and a strong understanding of the UK media landscape, with established relationships with national journalists that have resulted in high-quality coverage.
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Experience in line managing and leading a team.
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Demonstrated experience in managing sensitive reputational issues, including risk assessment and crisis communications.
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Skilled in leveraging real-life stories and case studies to drive engagement, including experience in leading media training for spokespeople.
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Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce and edit content to a journalistic standard across diverse audiences and channels.
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Strong track record in designing and executing high-impact communications strategies that achieve measurable results.
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Competence in using social media platforms to engage audiences effectively, understanding their role in broader media strategies.
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Proficiency in evaluating campaigns and media outputs, with the ability to derive insights that inform future strategies.
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Strong interpersonal skills for building effective relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders, including political audiences.
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Solid understanding of the political landscape and public affairs, with experience engaging cross-party stakeholders.
Interviews: 9th & 10th December (TBC)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD A CV OR A COVER LETTER AS THESE ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
Please complete and upload the application form via Breathe HR. Your application will be rejected without a completed application form (Please see vacancy documents at the bottom to download the form)
If you have any problems with attaching the form, please send it to talent @ bookmarkreading . org
At Bookmark Reading Charity, we have a simple vision: we want every child to read. Bookmark Reading Charity is seeking a flexible, experienced and dynamic PR & Communications Manager to lead our public relations efforts, manage key partnerships, and work with ambassadors to grow and enhance our profile and achieve our marketing goals. This role is essential to driving forward our wider strategy and ensuring that our message reaches a broad audience, ultimately contributing to the charity's key performance indicators. You will be managing our communications strategy in close collaboration with the Head of Marketing & Communications.
Key Responsibilities:
Public Relations:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive PR, communications & partnerships strategy to increase awareness and visibility of Bookmark’s brand, mission and reputation.
- Build and deliver Bookmarks external communications calendar, driving reach and depth to support the Marketing team’s KPIs and objectives.
- Help create and implement a plan for communicating Bookmark’s strategy, impact, and school programs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to secure coverage in national and regional media.
- Write and distribute press releases, pitch stories, engaging content and manage media inquiries.
- Monitor and report on PR activities, measuring the impact on brand awareness and engagement.
- Manage relationships with any external pro-bono PR agencies.
- Own and manage the charity's crisis communications strategy.
- Provide leaders where needed with trusted communications advice and guidance on external communications.
Partnerships:
- Identify and establish strategic partnerships with corporate sponsors, educational institutions, and other non-profits to support Bookmark’s goals.
- Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefits and alignment with the charity's objectives.
- Collaborate with partners to develop joint campaigns, events, and initiatives that promote volunteer recruitment and fundraising.
- Manage and maintain positive relationships with media contacts, influencers, and key stakeholders to secure media coverage and maximize brand exposure.
Ambassador Programme:
- Create, manage and expand a network of ambassadors, including authors, celebrities, and influencers who advocate for the charity.
- Develop and implement strategies to effectively engage ambassadors in PR activities, events, and campaigns.
- Coordinate ambassador appearances, endorsements, and social media collaborations to amplify our message.
Marketing Integration:
- Work closely with the Head of Marketing & Communications to align PR, partnership, and ambassador activities with the overall marketing strategy.
- Contribute to the development of content and messaging that resonates with target audiences across all communication channels.
- Support the achievement of marketing KPIs, including volunteer registrations, completed applications, and brand awareness metrics.
- Identify and lead projects to improve Bookmark’s external communications.
- Collaborate with support teams to supply communication support for various initiatives, including program launches, corporate announcements, and crisis management.
Person Specification:
Experience:
- Proven experience in a PR, communications, or similar role, ideally within the charity, education, or non-profit sectors.
- Demonstrable success in securing media coverage, managing partnerships, and working with high-profile ambassadors.
- Experience in developing and executing PR strategies that align with wider marketing goals.
Skills:
- A degree in marketing, communications, media, or equivalent experience or qualification.
- Proven experience in external communications, either in a PR team, or at a PR agency, with some experience of managing contractors or an agency.
- You’ll have outstanding writing, editing and proofreading skills with excellent attention to detail, and ideally, experience in a B2B, third sector, or commercial environment.
- You’ll have the ability to craft compelling stories, press releases and pitches.
- You have experience of working directly with the media, with relevant media contacts a very big advantage.
- Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to develop and execute plans that deliver measurable results.
- Proficiency in using PR and communication tools and platforms, such as media monitoring services and CRM systems where needed.
Attributes:
- A proactive team player, willing to learn and seek out information, with strong relationship-building skills.
- Excellent communication skills: the ability and confidence to communicate with people at all levels, both inside and outside of Bookmark Reading Charity.
- Passionate about literacy and education, with a commitment to Bookmark’s mission.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and you can work under pressure.
- You’re comfortable working at all levels of an organization and working with confidential information.
- Creative and proactive, with a solutions-oriented approach to challenges.
- Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
Contract type: Permanent, Part-time- two days a week
Salary: £16,800 (42,000 per annum FTE)
Reporting to : Head of Marketing & Communications
Location: Bookmark Reading Charity, Charles House, 5-11 Regent Street Saint James's, London SW1Y 4LR. Flexibility around coming in but minimum one day per week based at the Bookmark office is encouraged.
Hours: 15 hours per week
Deadline:8 December 2024 11:59pm
We promote a reading for pleasure culture in primary schools, focusing on supporting children in the most disadvantaged communities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Overview
Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO London) is looking to hire a Marketing and Communications Manager, reporting to the Head of Outreach and Communications.
- Job Title: Marketing and Communications Manager
- Team: Outreach and Communications
- Location: 41 Great Guildford Street, London SE1 0ES
We offer flexible and hybrid working but office-based work is required from all staff on a regular basis. For this role we require the post-holder to be in the office for a minimum of 2 days per week.
- Reports to: Head of Outreach and Communication
- Line Management: Senior Marketing Coordinator
- Term: Permanent Role
- 28 hours per week
- Ideal start date: ASAP
- Annual salary: £38K–£46K (pro rata) depending on experience
We are open to flexible arrangements for the right candidate
About SEO London
SEO London is a registered charity in the UK dedicated to offering educational, training, and mentoring support to students and young professionals from low socioeconomic and ethnic minority backgrounds.
Our programmes foster pre-professional development, facilitate career access, and ensure long-term success in various competitive global industries. Since our establishment in 2000, SEO London has played a pivotal role in advancing workplace diversity and inclusion. Numerous alumni, who have benefited from our transformative initiatives, now occupy key positions in leading UK and global corporations and firms. Our collaborations span across industries such as investment banking, asset management, consulting, commercial real estate, technology, alternative investments, insurance, and corporate law. Through partnerships with our sponsor firms, we empower our participants by providing industry insights, employability support, and exclusive access to job and internship opportunities in their chosen sectors.
OUR VISION
A society where everyone, regardless of background has equal opportunity to achieve long-term professional and personal success.
OUR MISSION
To prepare talented students from underrepresented backgrounds for career success through industry-specific education and training programmes.
OUR VALUES
Diversity: We value teamwork and champion diversity in all its forms, including diversity of thought.
Innovation: We foster a culture of creativity and forward thinking. We continuously seek new ideas to support our service users while ensuring the meaningful engagement of our sponsors.
Integrity: We act with integrity and communicate openly with all our stakeholders.
Collaboration: We provide a collaborative and rewarding environment with continuous personal and professional development opportunities for all.
Who we support
SEO London supports students and young professionals from ethnic minority groups and low socioeconomic backgrounds. We aim to support those who need us the most.
Ethnic minority groups: As per UK government guidelines, we use ethnic minority to describe all ethnic groups other than White British or other White backgrounds.
Low Socioeconomic backgrounds: At SEO London, socioeconomic background is assessed as belonging to one or more of the following: household income, free school meal status, refugee or asylum seeker background, experience of local authority care, education and occupation of parents, and history of having lived in social housing.
The Role
The Marketing and Communications Manager role at SEO London presents an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional to work in a dynamic environment. This position requires a hands-on approach and allows the individual to apply their full range of marketing and communications skills. The primary responsibility is to lead and execute SEO London’s marketing and communications strategy,
Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Strategy Development and Execution
· Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy that aligns with the organisation’s mission, vision, and objectives.
· Conduct market research to understand target audiences and adjust strategies accordingly.
· Further develop our plan for B2B marketing.
Business-to-business marketing
· Execute a B2B marketing strategy aligned with SEO London’s goals and objectives.
· Create and manage multi-channel campaigns, including social media, email marketing, and PR, to boost SEO London’s visibility amongst existing and potential corporate sponsor firms.
· Produce sponsor-focused content, including success stories, industry insights and data-driven reports, to demonstrate ROI and the value of partnership with SEO London.
· Cultivate and maintain relationships with media outlets, sponsors and relevant individuals within existing and potential sponsor firms.
Brand Management and PR
· Maintain and strengthen the organisation’s brand image across all communication channels.
· Ensure consistent messaging and visual identity across campaigns, events and SEO London’s online presence.
· Collaborate with sponsor firms and other external partners to promote SEO London content in the media.
· Work with the Impact Team to develop and promote testimonials and highlight SEO London’s annual impact metrics.
Content Creation and Management
· Oversee content creation, including press releases, newsletters, social media posts and website updates.
· Collect and promote engaging stories and testimonials that highlight the organisation’s impact and promote its mission.
Digital Marketing and Social Media
· Review and further SEO London’s social media plan and engagement tactics.
· Manage and grow the organisation's social media presence on platforms such as LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
· Possess a deep understanding of social media, along with a high level of creativity and expertise, to make the organisation’s social media platforms stand out.
· Develop and execute digital marketing campaigns, including email marketing, social media ads and SEO strategies.
· Manage Google ads and Google analytics.
Public Relations and Media Engagement
· Build and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers and media outlets.
· Draft press releases and pitch stories, and respond to media inquiries to increase the organisation's visibility and reputation.
Stakeholder Communications
· Coordinate and/or support communications with key stakeholders including donors, partners, and the broader community.
· Create targeted messages for different audiences, ensuring they are relevant and impactful.
Event Promotion and Support
· Support the promotion of events and fundraisers.
· Collaborate with external and internal event organisers to ensure consistent branding and messaging.
Marketing to student audience
· Drive the marketing and promotion of our programmes to students at campuses across the UK.
· Lead digital marketing campaigns for student recruitment during the recruitment season.
· Collaborate with the Outreach Manager to align outreach and marketing efforts, ensuring programme needs and KPIs are met.
· Analyse campaign performance and adjust strategies to optimise engagement and lead generation.
Internal communications
· Support the development of strong and consistent internal communications, working in the first instance with an internal project team.
Monitoring and evaluation
· Oversee quality control of all outputs.
· Use data to understand and improve the performance of the organisation’s communications efforts.
Analytics and Reporting
· Monitor and report on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and communications efforts, using metrics to drive continuous improvement.
· Use tools like Google Analytics, Google Ads, social media insights, and email marketing reports to assess and refine strategies.
Team Collaboration and Line Management
· Work closely with other departments to align marketing efforts with programme goals and organisational priorities.
· Provide line management as required, including goal setting, performance management, task planning and execution, identifying learning and development opportunities, and hold accountability for the team member’s outcomes and outputs.
Person Specification
Essential skills and experience of:
· Proven experience in B2B marketing
· Proven experience across communications functions, including PR and social media
· Using data to analyse social communications performance.
· Project management and stakeholder management.
· Demonstrable success in building and maintaining high-impact partnerships.
· Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint) and Canva.
· Internal communications.
· Event marketing and promotion.
Desirable skills and knowledge
· Salesforce CRM.
· Photoshop.
· Knowledge of the UK’s education system.
· A deep understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Behaviours:
· Positive and proactive self-starter.
· Creativity and thinking outside the box.
· Ability to influence and engage various stakeholders inside and outside the organisation.
· Excellent written and verbal communication.
· Tact, diplomacy and integrity.
· Understanding and compassion.
· Highly organised, flexible, and independent.
· Application of DEI knowledge to foster a positive organisational culture.
Required qualifications
· Minimum of 5 years work experience including experience in a management position.
· Native-level fluency in English, with strong creative writing abilities.
· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent.
What we offer
· Annual Leave: 28 days + Bank Holidays.
· Enhanced Family Friendly Policy.
· Enhanced pension scheme
· Flexible working (2 days in the office) and a lovely office space by Borough Station.
· Benefits:
- Employee Assistance Programm
- Discounted gyms via Medicash
- Charity workers discount Critical illness cover
- Cash plan healthcare [AM1] and more... Timeline
Closing date for applications: January 6th
First and Second interviews: on rolling basis
We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply as soon as possible.
Equal opportunities Statement
SEO London is committed to ensuring that no prospective or current employee is discriminated against on the basis of race, sex, gender, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation, employment status, socioeconomic background, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. We also strive to avoid disadvantaging individuals due to any condition or requirement that is not demonstrably justifiable.
Right to Work
Do you have the right to work in the UK? Unfortunately, at this time, we cannot provide sponsorship or consider overseas applications.