Senior Marketing Officer Jobs in Birmingham, West Midlands

Connected Futures is Youth Futures’ systems change programme. It aims to foster joined-up solutions to the complex issues and barriers facing disadvantaged young people.

We are looking for a capable, proactive person to support the overall programme management approach for Connected Futures. The Senior Programme Support Officer will support the Head of Programmes to develop and deliver an approach to programme and project management across Connected Futures. The postholder will take the lead on specific tasks, and coordinate the work of the wider cross-organisational Connected Futures team.

You will liaise with external partners and stakeholders, as well as supporting multiple internal customers and workstreams, often to tight deadlines. You will support key external and internal engagement processes, working with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of meetings and capture key decisions and inputs to feed back into programme delivery.

This is primarily a project management role, enabling a cross-functional team to work effectively and efficiently together on a complex, fast-moving and high profile programme. As well as dealing with tasks as they emerge, you will work across the team to keep track of progress, identifying any issues and risks, and enabling the Head of Programmes and other internal stakeholders to gain an overview of the programme as a whole.

This role is fixed term to January 2026 and can be based at any of our hubs located in London, Birmingham or Leeds.  We currently operate a hybrid model of two-days per week in the office and three-days from home.

For more information, please download the job recruitment pack.

The young people we aim to serve – and the challenges they face - are all unique. We are looking to build a team that reflects this diversity. Our commitment to inclusion across race, gender, age, class, religion, identity, and experience forms the cornerstone of our work. We are an equal opportunities, Living Wage and Disability Confident employer and encourage applications from a diverse range of backgrounds representative of our communities.  We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, where employees are encouraged to have a voice.

Senior National Fundraising Officer.

Salary: £35,000 per annum.

Location: Homebased

Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week.

Benefits:  

• 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave.
• Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities.
• Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages.
• Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover.
• Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailer's discounts.

Why Action for Children?  

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It is the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives. 

A bit about the role 

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative and talented Senior National Fundraising Officer to join our team during an exciting time while we grow our Individual Giving programme.

This pivotal role works with a range of colleagues across our income and engagement teams to manage key projects and develop innovative and compelling multi-channel fundraising campaigns.

The successful candidate will be responsible for retention and acquisition campaigns that talk to thousands of individuals, using their direct marketing and fundraising skills to effectively generate income and build relationships with supporters across a wide range marketing channels and different activities. You will also manage the delivery of specific new products and will work collaboratively with other teams on our integrated campaigns e.g. a Christmas appeal (Secret Santa).

How you'll help to create brighter futures 

• Planning and delivering inspiringintegratedcampaigns and contribute to the development and delivery of a multi-year cash growth strategy.
• Leading the development and growth of newfundraising product(s) or incomegeneratingopportunities.
• Managing key projects to help us grow and develop our individual giving programme.
• Deliveringincome targets to contribute to team income targets and against other supporter
• Increasing and diversifying revenues streams and deliver greater value from existing revenue streams.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of supporter journeys for all new supporters/prospects acquired.
• Leading the Project Management & creative development of campaigns and other marketingmaterials.

Let's talk about you 

An innovative, dynamic and experienced direct marketer, you use your insight-based decision making to plan and deliver exceptional fundraising campaigns. You have experience working with different direct marketing channels such as direct mail, telephone fundraising and sms.

Highly collaborative, you are used to working with a range of internal and external colleagues to efficiently deliver projects and campaigns which maximise income.

You use insight and your strong analysis skills to test and optimise your campaigns and take learnings along the way. You are innovative and use creative thinking to see different ways to elevate your campaigns and look for new ways to raise income to support vulnerable children and young people.

You will have:

• Relevant fundraising & substantial direct marketing experience and can demonstrate has been applied to drive revenues in a complex organisation/charity.
• Specific experience of acquisition & loyalty funnel management to a public audience (mass).
• Experience of setting up and ongoing managing relationshipswith external suppliers.
• Extensive experience of project management, including delivering to timescales and budgets.
• Excellent IT skills particularly including using CRM system and excel.
• Experience with digital marketing platforms such as content management systems, email marketing systems, social media tools and web analytics would be an advantage but not essential.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, to prioritise work and meet deadlines with well-developed time management skills.
• An understanding of other channels (such as digital channels) and the wider marketing mixes impact on fundraising & marketing.

Please see the Job Description for the full list of accountabilities and requirements. 

Contact: David Simpson on 01923361732 or email us at  quoting reference 10226.

Good to know

Application Process

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion

At Action for Children, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.

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Closing Date: Monday 28^th October 2024.

Interviews dates are around the 4^th and 5^th November 2024 by MS Teams

See below for further information about working with us:

Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with a great charity focused on developing a thriving Muslim community within the UK. This is an innovative charity which aims to help Muslims calculate and give Zakat to those in need across the UK. An exciting opportunity exists for a Director of Marketing and Fundraising to join the team. As Director of Marketing and Fundraising, you will be spearheading the charity’s income generation and brand visibility. The postholder will also drive income through zakat and non-zakat funds, diversify revenue streams and grow the organisations presence in the community. This is a full-time, permanent role with flexible working options available however candidates are required to travel to the office in London for occasional meetings.

Who are we looking for?

Ideal candidates will have an understanding of strategic marketing and communication and will have a minimum of four-year’s experience in a similar role. Extensive experience in developing and implementing creative marketing strategies and experience of planning and overseeing targeted campaigns across a range of platforms is essential for the role. You will have demonstratable knowledge of the UK Muslim community and a strong understanding of community engagement for purposes of fundraising and volunteer engagement. Effective communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal with the ability to communicate data to inform management decisions is also essential for the role.

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis.

Calling all budding Digital Marketing gurus!

Are you excited about the prospect of joining a forward-thinking organisation where you will play a crucial role in helping parents progress their careers and contribute to achieving gender equality in senior leadership?

Are you someone that wants to actively support an award-winning Fellowship Programme through your expertise in digital marketing, content creation and effective sales funnel management?

If you've answered yes to both questions, we'd love to tell you more!

This UK-based organisation, champions gender equality in leadership by empowering parents to advance their careers alongside family commitments and is looking to appoint a Digital Marketing Coordinator to work 4 days per week in their successful team.

Through the award-winning Fellowship Programme, they provide transformative support, cultivating a diverse community of professionals. The Fellowship, recognised as 'life-changing' and 'world-class,' focuses on personal and career development, fostering courage, and challenging systemic barriers faced by working parents. With a commitment to inclusivity and impactful change, this organisation is a beacon for those seeking a balanced and thriving professional and family life.

Role overview

As their Digital Marketing Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in growing applications for the esteemed Fellowship Programme. Reporting directly to the CEO and Founder, your responsibilities vary from crafting compelling content, overseeing the process of attracting and guiding potential applicants through various stages towards joining the Fellowship, and coordinating marketing efforts.

Your focus on reaching both parents and employers, along with your adeptness in social media, website management, and podcast production, will contribute significantly to the organisation's mission of supporting working parents and fostering gender equality in senior leadership.

What you'll do

• Develop and execute marketing strategies to attract parents and employers for the Fellowship.
• Craft compelling content, including newsletters, emails, and social media posts, targeting the organisation's audience.
• Manage the application process and sales funnel, ensuring a smooth journey for potential Fellowship participants.
• Coordinate content creation, editing, and dissemination across multiple platforms.
• Spearhead employer marketing efforts, creating materials showcasing the programme's benefits and managing employer email lists.
• Oversee podcast production, ensuring timely releases, effective promotion, and support in booking relevant guests.
• Manage the organisation's website and social media presence, engaging with the audience and generating inquiries from both parents and employers.

What you'll bring to the role

• Proven competency in digital marketing and sales funnel management.
• Strong written communication skills with a focus on web content and social media.
• Exceptional organisational abilities and a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Familiarity with podcast production and a willingness to learn.
• Website management skills to drive engagement and generate inquiries.
• Social media expertise, including scheduling and audience engagement.
• Effective collaboration skills, particularly in a remote work setting.

Additional information

• Cause: Empowers parents for career success, fostering leadership equality through their Fellowship
• Working environment/culture: Innovative, Inclusive, Results-Driven, Supportive
• Role: Part time Digital Marketing Coordinator (4 days but open to being flexible)
• Location: Remote role with some team meetings once every 2 months (potentially more when needed)
• Employment Type: Maternity cover
• Application closing date: 21^st October
• Application process: please send an up-to-date CV and 1- page cover letter that highlights why your skills and experience match this specific role and a little bit about why you would like to join this organisation
• Requirements: Candidates must be open to travelling to London for team meetings, approximately 2 per month

Please note: Due to the nature of this role. We need all candidates to be based here in the UK and have the permanent right to work.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Director of Marketing and Fundraising to join our senior leadership team and spearhead our income generation and brand visibility.

This is your chance to be at the core of NZF’s mission, steering our income-generation strategy – across both digital and non-digital channels – and ensuring strong brand visibility that drives people to collaborate with us in building the UK’s first truly national Zakat System. Your leadership will be instrumental to NZF’s ability to help needy Muslims in the UK and give the wider Muslim community a deeper understanding of the duty and opportunity in supporting local needs in the UK.

We’re looking for someone who : 

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and make a real difference, we encourage you to apply for the Director of Marketing and Fundraising role. Let’s work together to build a stronger, more resilient community through the power of Zakat.

• Leads with Vision: You stay ahead of the curve in devising marketing and fundraising strategies, always assessing the market for opportunities, and improvising solutions that capitalise on these opportunities.
• Masters the Details: You get into the details to analyse data, make plans, assess results, and report on findings.
• Creates Plans: You are a seasoned executor, planning carefully the steps required to achieve our objectives in income generation and brand communication.
• Communicates with Clarity: You are an effective communicator, able to translate our vision into captivating and effective forms of communication.
• Collaborates Effectively: You work well with stakeholders across the organisation, ensuring that marketing and fundraising strategies are aligned and capitalise on organisational activities.

Blood Cancer UK has embarked on an exciting and ambitious new strategy which strives to deliver the best possible treatments and care for people affected by blood cancer. A key driver of the strategy is the growth we will deliver in our regional fundraising programme. 

We have a proud history of volunteer and supporter-led fundraising, and our well-established Regional Relationship Team plays a key role in achieving income growth to support our mission of beating blood cancer in a generation 

We are looking for an experienced manager who understands and is passionate about community and volunteer-led fundraising, who keeps the supporter at the heart of what they do and is focused on delivering results. Working alongside dedicated colleagues, this is the perfect role for someone looking to put their experience of leading a community fundraising programme to use and help us grow our regional audience.  You will be an integral part of our Public Fundraising leadership team as we seek to develop operational plans to deliver transformational growth across our income. You will also enjoy the active support and buy-in of senior colleagues, the Executive Team and others from across the organisation who are all committed to achieving our fundraising goals. 

There will be two interview stages for this role with the first stage virtual interviews taking place on Thursday 24th/Friday 25th October. 

Second Stage Interviews will take place in-person on either Tuesday 29th and or Wednesday 30th October. 

EVENTS OFFICER

Closing Date: 15 November 2024

Interview date: 25 November 2024

Department: Income Generation & Marketing

Hours: Full time

Duration: Permanent

Salary: Pay Band F £23,042 – £29,961 per annum

We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic Events Officer to join our Income Generation Team.

Are you an experienced, event fundraiser who enjoys building long lasting relationships with charity supporters and wanting to make a difference?

If so then we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join the fundraising team as our Events Officer.

Working to support the Birmingham Hospice brand, this varied role will lead on the delivery of a diverse portfolio of events and challenges including fun runs, adrenaline seeking challenges and in memory events. The successful candidate will have a friendly and engaging personality and enjoy speaking to charity supporters face to face, over the phone and via email.

Reporting directly to the Senior Events Manager this role will work to grow the income generation and profile of the charity through effective administration, supporter engagement and marketing of the events calendar, ensuring maximum participation and income is achieved. This role will allow you to use your creativity to proactively seek new income generation opportunities through event management. You will be a highly organised and motivated individual with excellent time management and written and verbal communication skills. The ideal candidate will have experience of managing a portfolio of events with proven success of reaching and exceeding participant and income targets. You should also have knowledge and experience of working with a range of external suppliers and volunteers and have a proven ability to build relationships at all levels. Experience of using CRMs systems is also advantageous.

We are  seeking a passionate and committed Chief Executive Officer who will help us unite the global Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) community to collectively find solutions to the challenges of the syndrome. Our vision is to create a world where people with PWS receive the services and supports they need to fulfil their potential and achieve their goals. PWS is a complex genetic disorder characterised by low muscle tone and failure to thrive at birth, and later evidence of short stature, intellectual disabilities, behavioural and psychiatric challenges and impaired satiety.

IPWSO is the international umbrella body for PWS associations around the world with 47 full paying country members and contacts in over 120 countries. We are committed to supporting people with PWS and their families whatever their needs and wherever they live.

What we do

We build communities between people with Prader-Willi syndrome, their families and the professionals who support them to share knowledge and expertise and improve outcomes for people with Prader-Willi syndrome and their families everywhere.

We want everyone with Prader-Willi syndrome to get equal access to diagnosis and treatment no matter where in the world they live. We want to ensure better, more consistent outcomes for people with the syndrome and their families.

We work to ensure research into the condition works for everyone and reflects the diverse experiences and environments of those living with the syndrome around the world today.

Main purpose and scope of role

Working closely with the President and the Board of Trustees, the CEO will provide strategic vision and leadership and will strive to ensure that IPWSO delivers its charitable purposes and remains successful and sustainable.

Duties and Responsibilities (to include but not limited to)

Leadership

· Strive to ensure that the charitable purposes of IPWSO are followed and that it delivers the public benefit set out in its governing document.

· Take overall responsibility for the management and administration of IPWSO.

· Provide support and information to the Board of Trustees to enable trustees to fulfil their roles and legal responsibilities.

· Pursue close cooperation with, and accountability to, IPWSO’s members.

· Act as an ambassador for IPWSO by representing IPWSO at events and networking to build new strategic relationships.

· Keep abreast of relevant new research, treatment recommendations and service developments for people with Prader-Willi syndrome.

Governance

· Strive to ensure that IPWSO has governance systems in place that enable it to consistently fulfil its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities.

· Maintain awareness of risks and changes in the external environment that could affect IPWSO and advise the Board of Trustees accordingly.

· Together with the President manage complaints (including from whistle-blowers) and recommend actions to the Board of Trustees

Finance and Fundraising

· Work with the Treasurer and the Finance Committee to ensure the overall financial health and sustainability of IPWSO.

· Work with the Treasurer and the Finance Committee to prepare budgets for review by the Board of Trustees and to enable IPWSO to operate within its financial means.

· Seek to ensure that appropriate financial reports are submitted to the Charity Commission and other entities as required.

· Support the work of the Fundraising Committee and strive to ensure a sustainable income from both IPWSO members and individual, corporate, philanthropic and government donors.

· Build relationships with potential donors and prepare funding proposals.

· Seek to provide high quality support to existing donors, by means including the preparation of regular reports and updates.

· Seek out and build new income streams.

Staff, Trustee and Volunteer and Committee Support

· Provide support to staff, trustees and volunteers to enable them to carry out their duties.

· Deputise for other staff members during periods of leave.

· Conduct annual reviews with staff.

· Participate in the recruitment of new staff as required.

· Provide support and advice to IPWSO committees and conference organisers.

Project Support

· Seek to ensure that all IPWSO projects are designed and implemented in accordance with IPWSO’s mission and objectives.

· Support IPWSO’s Project Managers and others who lead IPWSO projects and, if necessary, manage projects directly.

Person specification

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Proficiency in English.

Experience of working in a leadership role in the charitable sector either as a CEO or as part of a wider Senior Management Team.

Ability to articulate a compelling vision to inspire others

Broad understanding of global development issues, geopolitical dynamics, and cultural nuances and able to take into account the diverse contexts in which IPWSO operates.

Strategic Thinking: experience of leading and or contributing towards strategic development as well as experience of organizational management and supporting change.

Collaborative approach: outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships, based on mutual respect and shared goals.

Experience of managing budgets, financial planning, preparation of funding applications and report writing.

Experience of working with volunteers.

Desirable

Fluency in another language.

Experience of working in a leadership role in an international organisation within health or disability either as a CEO or as part of a wider Senior Management Team.

Knowledge / experience of PWS.

Willingness to travel internationally as needed to support IPWSO’s priorities.

An understanding of charity operations and governance structures in the UK.

Personal Attributes

Essential

Enthusiasm for IPWSO’s work and commitment to its vision, mission and values including dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Empathy for disadvantaged people.

Cultural sensitivity and respect. Confidence and ability to work well with people from different backgrounds from around the world.

Highly self-motivated and able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.

Adaptability and flexibility. Able to navigate change and uncertainty. Able to accommodate international time zones as well as GMT for UK based staff. 20% of time may be outside of normal working hours.

Ethical leadership.

Resilience and determination.

Desirable

Desire to empower and mentor staff and foster a culture of learning, growth, and innovation.

Social Media & Marketing Executive £22,000 per annum (pro-rata)

Full time role (37.5 hours) with an initial 6-month fixed term contract continuing subject to funding.

Remote working, with the option for hybrid working (up to two days in the office if in London or Manchester).

(You must have the right to work in the UK as we unfortunately do not offer Sponsorships)

At One Million Mentors, our aim is to ensure that every young person in the country has access to a trained mentor as they transition into adulthood. We believe that investing in mentors will help to address the skills gap agenda and improve social cohesion.

Would you like the opportunity to:

• Be part of a dynamic, values-driven organisation working to achieve lasting social change?

• Work across the business, public and third sector to develop innovative ways of harnessing the potential of young people in Great Britain? 

• Help shape a growing organisation?

• Enhance your personal development and job satisfaction through monthly team training sessions, personal L&D opportunities and a 15 hour per year volunteering allowance?

If so, this may be the role for YOU!

About the role

As the Social Media & Marketing Executive, you'll play a key role in helping us deliver our Communications Strategy. You'll increase our online profile, manage our social media presence, expand our audience, increase engagement and support our growth.  You’ll create eye-catching and impactful content for distribution across a range of channels and platforms, and to a range of audiences.  With a keen eye for design, and as the champion of our brand, you’ll ensure our communications are always spot-on.  You’ll be energetic, results-driven, and ready to tackle multiple tasks with set deadlines.

For a more detailed job description, please see the job pack attached.

Remuneration and benefits: Salary bracket of £22,000 (pro rata), up to 6.5% employer pension contribution and 25 days holiday per year (pro rata). 

**Please note that applications submitted without a Covering Letter will not be considered**

For further details on how to apply, please see application guidelines attached.

Job Title: Gardener Project Officer for Young Marketeers Coventry

Position Type: Freelance

Reports to: Development Manager

Based at: Home-working and at schools in Coventry

Working Hours: 14 days @ £165 per day from March – July (£2310); 8 x school gardening sessions at £110 per session plus 1 day planning @ £220 (£1100). Total budget £3,410 + expenses

Contract: Temporary 

Job Purpose

· To manage the delivery of Young Marketeers in Coventry in four primary schools

Background to School Food Matters

School Food Matters (SFM) exists to teach children about food and to improve children’s access to healthy, sustainable food during their time at school. We provide fully funded food education programmes to schools. Our experience delivering these programmes informs and strengthens our campaigns, bringing the voices of children, parents and teachers to government policy.

Young Marketeers

This much-loved programme was started in London in 2012. It is now running in 12 cities across England and is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund for three years.  The programme provides hands-on opportunities for children from primary schools to grow fruit and veg from seed to sell at their local market. Young Marketeers is also a platform for School Food Matters to promote food education to schools and communities as a way to support children to live happy and healthy lives.  Children learn the art of growing veg from seed, and market traders will share their secrets on how to create a winning market stall.  Primary schools will be visited by our gardener in March/April and then again in May/June and receive further tips on how to ensure a bumper crop. And in July, they head to the market to sell their produce, and to meet the mayor!

Key Tasks include:

· Recruit four schools to take part in Young Marketeers

· Build and maintain relationships with teachers, teaching assistants and senior leaders to ensure the smooth running of the project

· Build and support relationships with contacts in partner organisations

· Schedule, organise and deliver

o One assembly in each school

o Two food growing sessions in each school

o One market trader training session in each school

o Market Day in the city centre in July for four schools

· Maintain accurate records relating to the programme

• Complete monitoring and evaluation forms in accordance with instructions from our Evaluation team
• Take photos of workshops and events where possible
• Keep Development Manager fully updated on progress

· Keep up to date with safeguarding requirements and reporting procedures

• Maintain the ethos of the charity and positively promote our work at all times

Person specification

Essential  

· Experience of delivering food growing sessions to children

· Knowledge of fruit and vegetable growing

· Excellent administrative and organisational skills with great attention to detail

· Excellent IT skills including excel, word and email

· Experience of building relationships with partner organisations and individuals 

· Ability to work in a team, and seek help when needed

· Self-motivated and optimistic with a can-do attitude

Desirable  

· Experience of working for a charity or not for profit organisation

· Experience of working in primary schools and engaging children

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Fundraising Manager to join our small and dynamic team during an exciting period of growth for the organisation. This newly created role will be crucial role in developing and implementing fundraising strategies to support our mission and ensure the financial sustainability of the Charity. It will include identifying new funding opportunities as well as producing several initiatives including building our regular donors, corporate partnerships and legacy campaigns. 

We are looking for someone ambitious and creative with a positive attitude, happy to roll their sleeves up and get involved to enable us to achieve our goals.

This senior role will be part of our communications and fundraising team reporting to the Marketing Director and managing one member of staff initially.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for someone who is driven, innovative, and committed to making a positive impact across Neuroendocrine Cancer UK (NCUK).

Inclusion North exists to make inclusion a reality for all people with a learning disability, autistic people and their families. We are looking for an experienced leader who can rise to the challenge of taking Inclusion North forward into the next exciting phase of our development.

This is an excellent time to join Inclusion North. The organisation is strong and well-established with a solid reputation and a busy portfolio of work. But we also have the capacity to grow and develop, taking the excellent work we have created to a wider audience and seeking new opportunities to have an even greater impact.

We pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that takes the development and wellbeing of its people seriously, so the successful candidate can look forward to a robust induction, ongoing support and supervision and a range of development opportunities.

As a values-led organisation, it is not just what we do that matters but how we do it. Inclusion North is founded on an equal partnership between people with lived experience of learning disability and autism and their families, and people who bring their professional experience of making inclusion a reality. We are looking for a leader who embodies these values to join our dedicated team.

If you feel excited by the challenge of leading Inclusion North into the future and you have the values, skills and experience that we are looking for we look forward to receiving your application.

Hours, contract period and location

Full time, 37.5 hours per week (candidates can request flexible working). Permanent contract.

Home-based. The role requires some travel across the North East, North Cumbria, Yorkshire, Humber and Derbyshire.

Salary: £57,000 - £65,000 depending on experience

Closing date for applications: 9.30am Monday 28th October 2024

We are a Disability Confident Employer.

 Informal online information sessions - Monday 7th October 6.30pm and Tuesday 8th October 12.30pm

 First Stage interviews online -  week beginning 11th November

Second Stage interviews – candidates will be required to attend a full day face to face in York 21st November 

Informal online information sessions - Monday 7th October 6.30pm and Tuesday 8th October 12.30pm

 First Stage interviews online -  week beginning 11th November

Second Stage interviews – candidates will be required to attend a full day face to face in York 21st November

Location: Remote, with regular meetings in London, UK

Hours: 2.5 days per week

Sustainability First is a leading UK think tank and charity that acts as a critical friend to businesses, regulators, governments, and civil society, to create more sustainable energy and water sectors in the UK. We work tirelessly to advocate for policies that support environmental and consumer protection and to engage the public through accessible and impactful communication. We believe that it is possible to create a thriving economy that respects environmental limits and enables social equity.

Role overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and committed Advocacy and Communications Officer to join our team. This new role is integral to amplifying our voice with decision-makers, including business leaders, senior officials in central government and regulatory bodies, and amongst politicians. You will help to shape public policy and drive our communications strategy.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advocacy, excellent communication skills, and a shared commitment to our values. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a core role in our charity, as well as make a tangible impact on the environment and social equity in the UK. We will also be rolling out a refreshed brand and updated website – you will have the opportunity to help us make the most of our new branding.

What we offer:

• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• The chance to make a tangible impact on environmental and public policy, and public awareness
• Flexible working hours including remote working
• 25 days' annual leave, pro-rata.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the ‘apply’ button.

Closing date: Sunday 3rd November 2024.

Sustainability First is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.

The Talent Set are delighted to be working with a fantastic animal charity to recruit their Communications Officer

The charity offers a flexible working environment, with Hybrid or Remote working from their London head office as required.

In this role, you will pro-actively deliver and support the communications and campaigns projects and activities. Your work will range from ensuring working animals are represented in the global news agenda, to raising awareness of organisational and income-generating activities, in line with our strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Media and PR

· Deliver local, national and international PR (both online and offline), supporting awareness-raising, global programmes, emergency, fundraising and advocacy activities and campaigns.

· Implement media plans in line with the global fundraising, marketing and communications strategy and in support of communications KPIs.

· Organise PR engagements and activities for media and other stakeholders as required.

· Produce and distribute press releases, articles, statements, case studies, Q&A sheets, position statements, briefings, press packs and other media materials.

· Identify opportunities for, and support the development of, appropriate content (video, imagery etc) for media release.

· Act as a first point of contact for media enquiries, providing out-of-hours media cover as required, including weekends.

Communications and Campaigns

· Work with the Communications and Campaigns team and colleagues to plan and implement strategic communications designed to grow awareness and understanding of the charity’s work and support income generation activities.

· Work with Global Programmes staff to identify and realise potential stories of geopolitical importance (e.g. conflict and security, climate, food security, gender issues).

· Work with the Global Programmes team to realise opportunities arising from advocacy work.

· Support awareness day campaign activity, e.g. International Working Animal Day.

· Support the development of the ambassador programme, liaising with high-profile public figures, journalists, politicians and celebrities to assist in delivering media coverage.

Brand and Content

· Write copy for publications, marketing materials and digital channels, such as the website and social media.

· Work with the Senior Content Officer, in-country teams and freelancers, to develop, catalogue and select content (photography, video, case studies).

· Oversee the production of promotional materials as required.

Person Specification:

· Experience of working in a busy press or communications environment, including interacting with national media.

· Knowledge of charity/not-for-profit communications.

· Excellent knowledge of the UK media environment, including print, broadcast and digital.

· Expertise in managing both reactive and proactive media relations.

· An experienced writer, with the ability to produce engaging, persuasive copy that is tailored to the needs of particular audiences.

· Experience of digital communications, including writing for the web.

· Experience of media contacts databases, such as Gorkana/Cision.

· Experience of project management and delivering projects on budget and within deadline.

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.