Job Role
To develop and deliver high-impact PR and communications strategies that enhance the charity’s public image, raise awareness of its mission, and drive value from corporate and community partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead proactive PR and media relations efforts, identifying opportunities to secure top-tier national and regional coverage.
- Manage communication support for all corporate fundraising partners, including developing joint campaigns, creating pitch materials, and supporting partnership announcements.
- Develop compelling, audience-focused content, including press releases, news stories, website content, and social media posts, ensuring all messaging is consistent and on-brand.
- Act as a primary point of contact for media enquiries and support in preparing spokespeople (including trustees and senior staff) with briefing materials and talking points.
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on media coverage and partnership communications performance to demonstrate ROI and inform continuous improvement.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams, including fundraising, marketing, and programme delivery, to ensure integrated campaign delivery.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a PR, marketing, or communications role, ideally within the charity sector or a related field.
- Significant experience in securing media coverage and managing press office functions.
- Strong experience in building and maintaining relationships with external partners and stakeholders.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for storytelling and developing persuasive narratives.
- Experience in the charity/non-profit sector (beneficial).
- Degree in Public /International Relations.
Key Responsibilities
● Commitment to the charity’s mission, values, and vision.
● Proactive, innovative, and results-focused.
● UK travel may be required; potential for out-of-hours work.
● Adherence to safeguarding and charity policies.
● Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities.
● Empathy, resilience, adaptability, team player.