Publicity and Communications Officer - Charity Brand Management

Personnel Selection Recruitment Andover are pleased to be working alongside a fantastic local environmental community charity, based within Andover Hampshire. We are helping assist with the recruitment of a Publicity and Communications Officer of whom will be reporting to the Board of Trustees. This will be a 6 month contract role, working two days a week ( flexible ) and offers hybrid working opportunities. Salary is £52,000 pro rata ( £10,400 for the duration of the contract )

An award-winning, community-led environmental charity with a mission to educate, engage and empower people of all ages to take action for the environment. They work in partnership with schools, community groups and volunteers to deliver hands-on projects in conservation, climate education and community regeneration. The Publicity & Communications Officer will take the lead in developing a clear and coherent communications strategy. They will strengthen the charity''s brand identity.

Key Responsibilities

• Brand, PR & Publicity.
• Social Media & Content.
• Campaigns & Engagement.
• Media Relations.
• Monitoring & Reporting.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental protection, able to inspire people to connect to nature and to work closely within a team. The candidate would have experience of independent project management and recording, be an excellent communicator, well organised yet able to respond quickly to changing circumstances and able to use digital tools for organising and promoting projects.

Essential

• Batchelor’s degree or equivalent in Marketing Communications/PR or proven experience in PR, communications, marketing or journalism.
• Proficiency in IT tools such as Excel, G-Suite, Mailchimp and other digital platforms
• Strong experience in managing social media and growing engaged audiences including familiarity with SEO principles and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, adaptable to different audiences.
• Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate communications campaigns.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Passion for environmental issues, youth engagement and community involvement.
• Ability to work flexibly, independently and collaboratively.
• Hold a clean driving licence and have access to own car insured appropriately for work-use
• Willingness to undertake additional training as required

Desirable

• Experience in the charity or environmental sectors.
• Understanding of behaviour change campaigns or climate education.

Experience producing creative content (graphics, video, photography).

If this sounds the perfect role for you and you would like some more information and a full job spec, please apply today with your latest CV. One of our consultants will be in contact if your application is successful. 

Thank you