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The focus of parkrun’s Communications Team is to make sure that parkrun’s communications are ‘always on’, accessible, inclusive and reaching those that too often are under-represented. The team also provides first-class support and guidance to the entire charity, working closely with outreach, and with our commercial team, which covers fundraising, partnerships and retail.

Working closely with the junior parkrun Impact and Engagement Manager, the Senior Communications Officer will proactively lead and shape the marketing communications activity for junior parkrun. They will provide expert communications project management to plan, deliver and report on a variety of internal and external campaigns. The role has a particular focus on junior parkrun, with the aim of increasing participation amongst groups that are marginalised from opportunities to take part in social, physical activity, and who may be inactive/less active or in lower states of health.

For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers.

We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.

Brief role description:

The Communications Manager will play a key role in sharing the inspiring and powerful stories of our clients and the wider military community we support across the UK. They will be responsible for securing high-profile, meaningful media coverage that raises awareness of our mission to provide life-long, life-changing support, employment and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families. As we mark our 140th anniversary, this is a pivotal time for the Communications Manager to develop and deliver an integrated communications strategy across PR, traditional and new media, social media, and public affairs. Reporting to the Head of Brand and Communications, you will work closely with the Marketing Manager and the Community Engagement Manager and their teams to ensure consistent and aligned messaging across all marketing and
communication activity.​​

Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Please visit the Charity Website

Eager to know more the role? Have a look at the Job Description attached.                                                                           

What’s in it for you? Check out the Benefits sheet attached.

Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by closing date Wednesday 14 May 2025.

 

​Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. ​If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.​

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.​

​We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.

Are you a direct marketing specialist looking for the next move? Why not join our busy, marketing department in an exciting period of growth. We are the UK office of an international Catholic organisation supporting persecuted and suffering Christians worldwide.

Your demonstrable marketing experience will play a key part in the conception, content creation, production, administration and analysis of a busy programme of direct mail appeals, supporting ACN projects around the world. Reporting to the Head of Marketing, you will offer support and creative input to our acquisition, retention, reactivation and conversion programmes as well as collaborating with initiatives across the wider Fundraising and Marketing and Press and Public Affairs teams. Our energetic, creative and professional team look forward to working with someone who shares their drive to deliver increased income, wider reach and quantifiable impact.

This role would suit someone with direct mail experience, looking to grow their skills to be able to manage all aspects of our campaigns.

At Help for Heroes, we help the Armed Forces community live well after service.

Life can be tough when a military career comes to an end, especially if it has been cut short by illness or injury. Overnight, people lose not only their job, but also a support network that is like family. There are many ways we help veterans, their relatives, serving personnel, and people who worked alongside the UK military. We help people with their physical and mental health needs, and a range of welfare issues. Our support gives people the skills, confidence and knowledge to make a success of life after service.

And who are we you’re wondering? We are experts and beginners. Generalists and specialists. Ordinary people with an extraordinary passion towards making a positive change to the lives of our veterans (and having fun while doing it).

As One Team we share a philosophy – I.C.A.R.E. It’s the way we walk and talk, the way we interact with others and how we approach everything we do. We are:

Innovative – Collaborative – Authentic – Resourceful – Energetic. 

We have an incredible opportunity for a Senior Videographer to join our team.

Please see Job Description below for more information on what just might be your future role.

About You

You are a talented storyteller who’s passionate about creating meaningful video content.  

You know how to take a concept and turn it into compelling content—whether it’s an emotional short film, a punchy campaign video, or a snappy social edit.

You’re comfortable leading projects from start to finish, organised and collaborative, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

You are confident as a ‘self-shooter’ but equally happy to work as a small team.

Most importantly, you care about the people behind the stories—you’re motivated by the opportunity to shine a light on their experiences.

About the Role

This role provides the opportunity to work across a broad range of projects from powerful interviews with veterans to dynamic campaign content and behind-the-scenes glimpses of our work—you’ll lead the way in bringing our mission to life through film.

As Senior Videographer, you’ll also supervise a videographer in the team—offering guidance and creative leadership to help us deliver high-quality, content across all our channels.

You will be responsible for the development, production, and post-production of all the Charity’s video content.

You will be creating both internal and external-facing video to support marketing, communications and wider charity goals. As part of the content team, you will be consulting with internal clients offering creative guidance and managing projects from conception to filming through to final edit. You will also be expected to collaborate at times with external creative resource.

About the Team

You will be part of a small team of experts who thrive on creative thinking and finding innovative ways to create engaging content. This small and dynamic team is part of the wider Marketing and Communications team who work collaboratively, supporting each other on a variety of exciting projects.  

HOW TO APPLY:

WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH OUR WEBSITE.

APPLICATIONS SENT VIA EMAIL OR OTHER METHODS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Responsible for delivering marketing content to promote the mission, vision and values of the charity. Your primary goal will be to increase awareness and engagement with the work the Charity does.

ON APPOINTMENT, YOU'RE EXPECTED TO HAVE:

• Previous professional experience and hold most of the necessary skills for the role.

IN YOUR ROLE:

• You are expected to be able to work independently quickly post your induction with guidance and support for more challenging or complex aspects of this role; 
• You will carry out wide range of duties independently with guidance and supervision available; 
• You will contribute your knowledge and experience to the wider team / organisational development

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• With support from the Marketing Director, create and deliver content plans for charity fundraising and awareness campaigns.
• Take a lead role in developing a monthly marketing calendar to plan and schedule content in line with the overall Marketing Strategy
• Work directly with young people and through the Charity’s team to tell their stories, working to make this a positive, empowering experience for them.
• Prepare monthly analytics report and adjust marketing plans accordingly in discussion with Marketing Director.
• Write, design and send newsletters for charity stakeholders.
• Write, design and upload blogs posts on the Charity’s website.
• Write, design and schedule social media posts.
• With support from the Marketing Director, make updates and improvements to the Charity’s website.
• Monitor and respond to engagement on social media, maintaining a positive digital community. 
• Create press releases as requested and collaborate with PR partners to raise the profile of Caudwell Youth.
• Create designs for the Charity to use across all marketing channels, building strong relationships with all departments.
• Support consistent use of our brand across the charity 
• Support the volunteering function by implementing and evaluating digital advertising plans to recruit volunteer mentors, including by using social media and google ads grant.

TRAVEL & TEAM

• Some travel to events to take photos and videos for the charity.
• Some travel to work with young people.
• Endeavour to promote Caudwell Youth’s values in all that you do. 
• Be an ambassador for Caudwell Youth. 

ADMINISTRATION

• Work within budgets, properly justifying / accounting for expenditure.
• Ensure good administration, record keeping and reporting of all work undertaken in line with data protection and other regulations.

PARTNERSHIPS & LIAISON

• Work closely with the team and with key stakeholders to promote good communication and shared focus.
• Represent the Charity professionally and appropriately to other organisations.

TEAM ETHOS:

• Work effectively as a team, supporting other team members and be willing to receive support whilst fulfilling your own responsibilities and tasks.
• Express and promote equal opportunities and encourage inclusion and involvement.
• Ensure good communications and relationships within the team at all times.
• Attend team meetings, personal work reviews and task group meetings proactively and as a contributor.

GENERAL:

• Act in a professional way at all times.
• Undertake and identify training as required and take a positive approach to personal development.
• Fulfil the duties and responsibilities of an employee as regards to Health and Safety at Work, including own safety and self-management.
• Undertake any other reasonable tasks deemed necessary.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• A strong passion for working with young people and supporting the mission of the charity.
• Worked in a Charity for 1+ year.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and demonstrate initiative.
• Open to innovative approaches and collaborative working, particularly in the context of a growing and evolving organisation.
• A genuine commitment to personal development and continuous learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with a range of stakeholders.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Microsoft Teams, with accurate typing and general digital literacy.
• A team player who can take direction, contribute ideas, and collaborate constructively.
• Strong attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy in all work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Demonstrates a clear commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Positive, proactive, and adaptable approach to work, with a flexible attitude to changing priorities.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence, have access to a vehicle, and hold appropriate business insurance.

DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• News and/or policy experience.
• Charity communications experience.
• Willingness and ability to adapt to new software systems and databases.
• Working knowledge of Data Protection regulations and ability to apply them appropriately.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding practices and the importance of confidentiality.

WHY WORK FOR US?

We are an experienced team that are dedicated to improving the lives of the young people we support.

Benefits:

• Flexible working
• Remote Working – Primarily working from home, with in-person meetings scheduled every other month
• Health Assured (including Employee Assistance Programme and extended counselling sessions)
• Group Personal Pension with a 5% employer contribution and Salary Sacrifice Scheme (after 3 months)
• 25 days annual leave (pro-rata based on FTE) plus bank holidays (pro-rata), plus charity closure between Christmas and New Year
• Extra paid day off on your birthday
• Paid day off for volunteering in your community
• Training opportunities to support your personal development
• Employee discounts on everyday goods and services
• Being part of a passionate and dedicated team

Caudwell Youth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.

Join our dynamic Communications team and be part of a rare opportunity to shape the narratives and visuals that amplify the life-changing initiatives of 1625 Independent People. If you're passionate about crafting powerful communications that make a difference, this is your chance to affect change and leave a lasting impression.

Please find full details of how to apply via our website in the advert below. The deadline for application submissions is 23:59 Thursday 08 May 2025.

We are striving to better represent the young people we support and therefore are particularly keen to increase applications from minoritized ethnic groups, Muslim and male candidates as they are currently under-represented in our organisation. We also encourage applications from people with relevant lived experience. 

If you need an adjustment to be made to any part of the recruitment process, please let us know as soon as possible. 

Who are we?

We are a leading youth homelessness charity based in the Southwest, working with over 1,500 young people. At 1625ip we are driven by Social Justice and Passion: we strive to do something that matters and take pride in seeing the results of our work in social outcomes and improving young people’s lives.

What you will be doing:

• By being empathetic and seeking to understanding the complex needs of homeless young people, young people leaving care, and the barriers they face, you will work with them and their support workers to tell their stories. 
• Utilising your creative skill’s, you will create branded collateral that supports a variety of campaigns and events.
• Through your enthusiasm, you will be able to work on own initiative but also alongside your team, ensuring all communications are suitable for specific audiences. 
• By being detail orientated you will be managing a variety of platforms including the website and all social media channels.
• You build strong relationships both internally and externally; you communicate excellently, and you influence others externally to support 1625 Independent People

You will be in Fundraising and Communications Team and your line manager will be our Communications and Community Fundraising Manager.

At 1625 we are led by our Competency Development Framework. This connects our values to our behaviours in everything we do and gives us the tools to develop. The framework ensures our recruitment is better informed, applications and interviews are behaviourally based, and job profiles are developed on the ‘how’ of a job. 

If you have transferrable skills and you are interested in this role, but you are worried about the application process, please get in touch with us. We encourage you to have an informal chat with the recruiting manager to discuss how your personal or professional experience and skills could be transferred to this role. Details of how you can do that are further down in this advert.

Contract details 

• Hours per week: 37.5 (this represents 1 FTE)
• Contract type: 1 year contract (Maternity Cover)
• Pay: £27,852 - £29,439 per annum 
• The location: Kingsley Hall, Old Market - there is also flexibility and support to manage working from home. We currently meet as a team 2 days a week at Kingsley Hall. 

A few benefits at 1625ip

In return for your dedication, we offer:

• A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days per annum plus all Bank Holidays
• Employee Health Cash Plan with HSF
• A supportive and approachable team with an emphasis on colleague wellbeing 
• “1625 Independent People is an amazing organisation, and I feel very lucky to work here”, Colleague Wellbeing Survey 2024.
• “I couldn’t be happier with the opportunities and support I have received in my career progression that has led me to my dream job!” See what other colleagues have said about their career development with us, on the vacancy page of our website. 
• 1625ip is a Disability Confident Employer.
• Flexible working

Important dates

• Application deadline closes: 23:59 Thursday 08 May 2025.
• If you have not heard from us by the end of the day on Wednesday 14 May 2025, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 
• Interviews are on Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 May 2025. 

Application information

Ready to see yourself in this rewarding role? We can’t wait to hear from you.

• To access the Job Pack and submit an application, please visit the vacancy page on our website.
• You will be asked to answer 3 questions at the end of the Word application form. These are required to ensure your application can be shortlisted. 
• Please note the online e-application form cannot be saved so we recommend you prepare your Word application form before you start filling in the e-form.
• Please get in touch with us if a hard copy of the application form would be preferred. We will organise a time for you to collect it from and return it to Kingsley Hall (our main office in Old Market). An online application will then be created for you. 

Equitable opportunities for everyone

We believe those with a criminal record should have an equal chance to become employees or volunteers and encourage applications. 

As an organisation who safeguard and promote the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, any job offer will depend on a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. Successful candidates will need to provide our organisation with sufficient documentation to prove ID. We comply fully with the DBS code of practice and undertake to treat all applications for positions fairly. For successful candidates with a criminal record, a risk assessment process will take place with the recruiting manager.

We also pride ourselves on being an equitable opportunities employer for everyone regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion and beliefs, sex and sexual orientation. We have committed to being a Disability Confident Employer, and have made the Menopause Workplace, Mental Health at Work, and Bristol Equality Charter pledges.

Please see our Policies section on the website, for further information.   

We are looking for a talented Marketing Manager to lead and deliver inspiring campaigns that extend our reach, deepen engagement, and strengthen our mission. This is a pivotal role in shaping how we connect with audiences, share powerful stories, and grow support for our work.

At Elam, we are dedicated to supporting the church in the Iran region and beyond. Through discipleship tools like the Safar app, digital resources, and impactful storytelling, we equip and inspire believers while strengthening relationships with partners and donors.

This is a pivotal new role, enabling us to craft more compelling narratives, extend our reach, and connect with new audiences in meaningful ways.

The Marketing Manager will work closely with the Marketing and Communications Director and the Communications team to develop and execute integrated marketing strategies that amplify our mission, promote our core product offerings such as the Safar Discipleship app, and strengthen relationships with donors and partners.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of creativity, strategic thinking, and data-driven decision-making to deliver impactful campaigns across multiple channels. If you are passionate about marketing, storytelling, and creating meaningful impact, this is an incredible opportunity to make a difference.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Strategy and Planning:
  • Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing Director to create and implement comprehensive marketing and communications strategies, including annual plans, campaigns, creative direction, customer journeys and target audience insights.
  • Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels to support Elam’s core product offerings, with a particular focus on the Safar Discipleship app.
• Campaign Execution and Management:
  • Oversee the production of a wide range of marketing assets, working closely with copywriters and designers to ensure brand consistency.
  • Plan, execute, and evaluate marketing campaigns, including organic and paid media strategies, to achieve acquisition and retention goals.
• Content Development:
  • Help shape Elam’s story, creating compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, inspire action, and build awareness.
  • Develop impactful marketing materials, including annual reports, publications, email campaigns, and digital content.
• Performance Analysis:
  • Track, measure, and analyse the performance of marketing campaigns, providing insights and recommendations to optimise future initiatives.
  • Monitor the quality of the marketing database, ensuring it supports effective campaign execution and donor engagement.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Work collaboratively across teams to ensure marketing efforts align with organisational goals and priorities.
  • Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including donors, partners, and creative agencies.
• Industry Awareness:
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging platforms, and best practices to ensure Elam’s marketing remains innovative and effective.

Essential:

• 3+ years of experience in marketing strategy development and execution.
• Experience producing a wide range of marketing materials, including digital content and publications.
• Strong IT skills, including familiarity with website content management systems (e.g., WordPress), marketing analytics tools, and email marketing platforms.
• Ability to analyse data to evaluate campaign performance and inform decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, capable of managing multiple campaigns and deadlines simultaneously.
• Commitment to Elam’s mission and values.

Desirable:

• Experience managing a campaign budget and optimising resources effectively.
• Knowledge of Google Analytics and CRM platforms.
• Familiarity with design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe InDesign) and creative asset production.
• Understanding of donor acquisition and retention strategies.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Extensive experience in planning, executing, and evaluating integrated, multi-channel marketing campaigns.
• Proven ability to develop and manage creative strategies that engage and retain diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to create marketing assets that drive engagement, including reports, publications, and digital campaigns.
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools to assess and improve marketing performance.
• Strong background in managing budgets, timelines, and competing priorities.

Skills and Abilities:

• Creative and strategic thinker with a passion for impactful storytelling.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive and resourceful, with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
• Flexibility and adaptability to navigate a fast-paced environment and changing priorities.
• Enthusiastic, curious, and eager to stay informed about the latest marketing trends.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a mission-driven organisation where your marketing expertise will make a real difference. You’ll play a key role in shaping impactful campaigns that engage supporters, strengthen partnerships, and grow our reach.

You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team, where your ideas and creativity will be valued. If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can lead strategic marketing initiatives and drive meaningful engagement, apply now!

Brand and marketing executive

Salary:  £26,000 - £29,000 depending on experience
Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring they pay their employees fairly, they offer the following benefits: Flexible working, Generous annual leave, Private Medical Insurance, including dental and optical, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay, Death in Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Bike Loan Scheme, Cycle2Work Scheme, Eyecare, Discount Portal.

Closing date: Thursday 1 May 2025. We may extend the advert, but please apply as soon as possible.

Telephone interviews will be held on 6 May 2025 and 7 May 2025 

Interviews will be on 12 May 2025 or 15 May 2025 in our Peterborough office

No agencies please

Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. 

It’s an exciting time to join Kidney Research UK, as we launch our revised strategy through to 2030 to prevent, protect and treat against kidney disease. To achieve our vision, we’re looking for a motivated, ambitious, and enthusiastic team member to join the charity’s marketing team.

Practical experience of applying knowledge of brand and marketing is crucial for this role but the variety of work means there’s plenty of room to grow and develop. No two days will be the same, and you’ll collaborate with colleagues across the whole of the organisation, supporting the development and delivery of campaigns and events to inspire and retain support for Kidney Research UK in priority audiences. You’ll need strong project management tools to keep priorities on track and delivered to budget.

You’ll have good attention to detail and an eye for design, acting as brand champion to ensure stakeholders have a consistent brand experience. If you haven’t already worked to make a brand accessible, you’ll be interested to learn how we can make sure as many people as possible benefit from our content.

If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

About Kidney Research UK:

Kidney Research UK is the leading charity in the UK focused on funding research into the prevention, treatment and management of kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease and for more than 60 years the research, we fund has been making an impact. But kidney disease is increasing as are the factors contributing to it, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity, making our work more essential than ever.

At Kidney Research UK we work with clinicians and scientists across the UK, funding and facilitating research into all areas of kidney disease. We collaborate with partners across the public, private and third sectors to prevent kidney disease and drive innovation to transform treatments.

Over the last ten years we have invested more than £71 million into research. We lobby governments and decision makers to change policy and practice to ensure that the estimated 7.2 million people living with all stages of kidney disease in the UK have access to the most effective care and treatment, and to make kidney disease a priority.

Most importantly, we also work closely with patients, ensuring their voice is heard and is at the centre of everything we do, from deciding which research to invest in to how we plan our priorities and our work across the charity.

Those patient contributions are vital, always helping us and our partners to understand what life is like with kidney disease, always ensuring we see the patient behind the treatment and always reminding us that behind every statistic and every number is a person – the patients and the carers who inspire our mission and push us forward to make a difference and change the future of kidney disease.

You may also have some experience in the following: Marketing and Brand Executive, Marketing and Communications Officer, Brand and Campaigns Coordinator, Communications and Engagement Officer, Brand Marketing Executive, Marketing Projects Officer, Charity Marketing Officer, Brand Experience Coordinator, Brand Communications Officer, Creative Marketing Officer, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc.

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Who are we:

Since 1962, the National Autistic Society has been campaigning to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people.

In National Programmes we champion the rights and interests of autistic people and their families, making sure national policy and legislation to reflect their needs.

We provide autism training and best practice services and want all autistic people to have access to services and support that fully meet their needs. We also provide diagnostic services, training, accreditation, consultancy and conferences, designed to support all professionals and organisations.  

Who we are looking for: 

Autism Know How is our autism training and best practice services
We are here to help you to learn, develop and embed your or your organisation’s practice and ensure you are providing the best possible service for autistic people. 

We are looking for an experience Marketing and Communications Manager to join the Autism Know How team.

What we can offer you: 

• Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme 
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 
• Excellent induction, training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences 
• Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits such as cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan & shopping discounts for places such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys, Halfords, Nike, Apple and loads more! 
• Healthcare Cash Plan 
• Life Assurance at 2 x base salary 
• A portfolio of fantastic new salary sacrifices benefits and other flexible benefits private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice scheme, activity pass, holiday trading, enhanced pension & salary deduct loans (eligibility criteria may apply) 
• Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling programme
• Free access to the Headspace App – a global leader in mindfulness and you can enrol up to three friends or family for free! 
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card 

About our application process: 

When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role. 

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 

For some roles, successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks. 

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism. 

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. 

We are an equal opportunities employer. INDNPCS 

We’re looking to recruit an experienced Digital Marketing Manager with a talent for combining creativity and analytical skills, to create marketing campaigns that will drive enquiries and registrations on our charity challenge events.

Global Adventure Challenges are more than just a challenge event management company – our core objectives and values derive from event fundraising. This ethos is driven down from the directors through the business, to each team and member of staff.

Our passion for challenge event fundraising runs deep and we aim to ensure we deliver safe, memorable and life-changing challenge experiences for our participants, enabling our charity partners to raise substantial funds and create lifelong supporters!

About The Role

Alongside our Marketing Officer, you’ll be responsible for successfully promoting our challenges to individuals, charities and corporates, with the primary aim of ensuring that monthly registration targets are met, but also with the aim of marketing Global Adventure Challenges’ services as a whole.

You will plan and deliver our digital marketing strategy, which involves, but is not limited to:

• Developing and implementing digital marketing strategies to individuals, charities and corporates, including but not limited to organic and paid social media, email marketing, search engine optimisation (SEO) and paid search and display advertising while adhering to deadlines
• Designing and monitoring all paid advertising, including but not limited to Meta and Google Ads
• Supporting our charity partners in their promotion of our events, including the production of marketing kits for new offers and events
• Working with our Charity Accounts Officer to create PowerPoint presentations for information evenings for our charity partners
• Managing the company website and ensuring that content is up to date, including challenge dates and itinerary details
• Writing creative copy including blog content for the website, ensuring content is optimised for search engine results
• Creating and scheduling regular marketing emails to our subscribers and charity and corporate partners using Dotdigital
• Designing and delivering all digital creative media including online challenge brochures, in addition to managing and maintaining the brochure website using WordPress. This requires a basic understanding of HTML, CSS and JavaScript to maintain functionality
• Creating a range of content using Adobe Creative Suite, including but not limited to content for the GAC website and social media channels in addition to providing design support to other areas of the business

Administrative tasks

• Reporting on KPIs from various marketing campaigns including but not limited to Google Ads, Meta Ads, email sends, search engine optimisation (SEO) and other marketing streams
• Providing regular reports and analysis on website usage and trends using GA4
• Accurately reporting the expenditure of marketing campaigns
• Producing PowerPoint Presentations for information events for charities, participants and corporates
• Recording accurate stock levels of all merchandise including but not limited to cycling jerseys, trekking t-shirts and place orders with our supplier as required
• Contributing towards the design and sales of merchandise via the company’s merchandise website
• Line-managing the Marketing Officer, providing guidance and supporting them in their management of our social media channels

 Other tasks

• Developing and suggesting new marketing and client sourcing streams for the business
• Ensuring all correspondence (written and verbal) is to the highest standard
• Alongside Company Directors, implementing any new Marketing procedures that will benefit the business
• Any other duties as and when required under instruction from the Directors.

What we’re looking for:

• Extensive experience in a digital marketing role, including SEO, PPC, social media and email marketing
• Strong knowledge of website analytics tools including GA4 for tracking website performance
• Proven track record in allocating and managing budgets on paid channels, including Google and Meta Ads
• Experience managing WordPress websites, with basic HTML and CSS skills
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite to create image and video content (Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro)
• Strong project management skills, with experience managing multiple projects whilst still meeting deadlines
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop creative solutions to potential roadblocks
• Up-to-date with the latest developments in the digital marketing industry

What we can offer you:

• Workplace pension
• £50 / month fuel allowance
• Birthday off work
• Early finish on a Friday
• Christmas shutdown (a proportion of your annual leave will be needed to cover this period)
• Lively and interesting work environment in a sector which makes a difference
• Potential to experience exciting challenge events, worldwide travel
• Dog friendly office
• Flexible working

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious self-starter who wants to be a part of a team that is working to take the charity to its next level of growth and development. We are looking for someone to join the Senior Leadership Team who will bring experience from their past successes and provide inspirational strategic leadership and direction to the fundraising and communications functions in support of our 5-year vision and charitable mission and objectives.

You will have a strong, successful track record of fundraising and/or other forms of income generating in the charity sector, including management, with proven experience in meeting financial and non-financial targets. You should be able to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, corporate, major donors and other individuals. In addition, you should have a strong knowledge of marketing and communications principles and practice, digital marketing, and social media, and be confident in engaging audience sensitively with real-life stories to demonstrate impact and create a compelling case for support. 

If you have the skills, experience, drive and enthusiasm to join this well-established and successful charity and help us grow, we would like to hear from you as soon as possible.  FSW is based in Brighton and covers the whole of Sussex. For the first month the successful candidate would work from the central office but ultimately the role is hybrid with an expectation that while the Director will be in the office for at least two days a week, the remaining time can be worked remotely if desired. 

Closing date for applications is the 30th of April with interviews in Brighton on Monday 12 May. FSW uses a “blind” recruitment process which means all application forms are anonymised so we focus on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process therefore we are unable to accept CVs.

Hybrid – within commuting distance of Birmingham, Blackburn, Bradford, Bristol, Doncaster, Liverpool, London or Redcar

About us

The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teacher education and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system.

Our programmes are designed by teachers and leaders who understand the joys and pressures of school life. We work in collaboration with schools across the country, ensuring that findings from our research benefit all schools, teachers and leaders.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Communications Manager to join our national Partnerships team. The Partnerships team is responsible for the marketing, communication and recruitment of all our programmes nationally, as well as developing our brand, story and sharing our research.

About the role

As the Communications Manager, you will work hand in hand with the Head of Policy & Communications to help shape the voice and brand of the National Institute of Teaching. Your work will help NIoT to articulate our value to the education sector and build our reputation by engaging key stakeholders with our work.

As someone with a strong marketing and communications background, your understanding of how to adapt your approach to different audiences is crucial as we interact with a range of stakeholders, from frontline teachers to government policy makers. A strategic thinker, you will have excellent project management skills, holding the responsibility for leading key communication campaigns and event project plans.

A key aspect of the role is to have operational oversight of our key communication channels, such as the website, social media and email newsletters. Your meticulous attention to detail will ensure that our content across these channels is always of the highest quality and reflects our brand and tone of voice.

There is a huge amount of potential to make an impact through this role and bring your own ideas to the table. If you feel this opportunity sounds like a perfect fit for your skills and expertise, then we'd love to hear from you.

This is a hybrid role, and it is anticipated that the postholder will work on campus one day per fortnight. We offer flexible working and would consider part-time hours for the right candidate.

We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities.

Key benefits

• Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities
• Flexible start and end working times
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working
• At least 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays), rising to 33 days after five years’ service
• Entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals
• Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career

For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 21 April 2025.

This post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children’s Barred List Check, and an Occupational Health Check is required as a condition of employment.

Reports to: Head of Marketing, Communications and Membership
Manages: Marketing Officer, Communications Officer
Salary range: £38,251 – £47,940
Location: London – EC4Y 8EE (Hybrid)
Contract: Permanent, full-time (31.5 hours per week)

Job Purpose
 
As BSR’s Marketing and Communications Manager you will deliver impactful communications and data-driven marketing plans that support our mission and vision. 

You’ll work with teams to build strategic marketing and communications plans and manage a tactical calendar of multi-channel activity. All of which will drive engagement with clinical guidance, the latest science and research, quality education programmes, professional events and conferences. 

You’ll focus on promoting member benefits to boost recruitment and retention across the adult, paediatric and adolescent rheumatology community. And you’ll help colleagues to tell compelling stories of our work, to celebrate the work of our members, to showcase rheumatology as a career and to highlight the issues of most importance to our members. 

You’ll lead a talented team that manages the organisation’s communications channels, digital marketing, content strategy, and our people focused brand. Working closely with the Head of Marketing, Communications and Membership, you’ll play a key role in our data capability and insights, helping us to focus on impact led activity. You’ll also help colleagues to gather feedback and intelligence about our members and audiences, enabling us to continually improve our member offering. 

This role requires a creative, pro-active and impact-oriented marcomms professional who excels in both planning and hands-on execution. 

Main responsibilities

Team leadership and development 

• Lead and coach a team responsible for content creation, digital marketing, and membership campaigns 
• Provide regular performance reviews and professional development opportunities for team members 

Marketing and communications 

• Work with teams to develop tailored marketing activity to promote products and services 
• Track, analyse and report on the success/failures of our campaigns to aid understanding, efficiency and improvement 
• Execute marketing campaigns across traditional, digital and social media channels plus experiential 
• Manage the society’s website, overseeing content and performance and work with an agency for any development needs 
• Create compelling messaging that resonates with key audiences, including prospective and current members and stakeholders 
• Oversee the creation of engagement focused content across existing and emerging channels 
• Be a brand ambassador for BSR externally and a brand champion internally, managing tone of voice, editorial and creative identity 
• Manage digital productivity tools and solutions to ensure good process and capacity tracking. 

Membership growth and engagement 

• Execute digital-first membership acquisition strategies to expand the organisation’s member base and retention programmes to encourage loyalty 
• Analyse membership trends and member feedback to improve member services, benefits, and offerings 
• Manage membership data and segmentation to ensure effective targeting and personalised communication with members. 

Management and impact 

• Manage the marketing budget ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources 
• Track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and membership programs, adjusting strategies as needed to meet KPIs
•  Use analytics tools and member data to track the performance of marketing efforts and membership engagement

Person Specification

1.  Experience in executing engagement focused marketing and communications 
2.  Experience of membership engagement and recruitment 
3.  Experience of platform management (web, emarketing, social media) 
4.  Strong skills in data analytics, insight and impact measurement 
5.  Excellent planning and project management skills 
6.  Ability to manage relationships internally and externally with stakeholders/suppliers at varying levels 
7.  Proven skills with digital tools, systems integrations and automations 
8.  Working knowledge of AI for improvement 
9.  Leadership and team management experience and ability to coach staff to reach their potential

Inclusion and Diversity statement

BSR is committed to encouraging inclusion, equality and diversity in our workforce. We are actively trying to increase the diversity of our staff team. We try to 
reduce as many barriers as we can for those with a disability. We know that everyone is an individual, so please always tell us what we can do to support you. 

We welcome approaches from individuals from underrepresented groups, including those from minoritised communities, and those with a disability, to better 
reflect the community we serve and help broaden our perspectives. 
Our values are: 

• Celebratory – we celebrate the achievements in rheumatology 
• Inclusive – we support everyone in the rheumatology community  
• Sustainable – we work to reduce the impact of our activities on the environment  
• Leading – we use our profile to drive change and support those working in the specialty  
• Collaborative – we always seek to work with others to have a greater impact