Communications and Engagement Manager at Girlguiding South West England | Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK | £32K/yr – £35K/yr

Girlguiding South West England

Communications and Engagement Manager

Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK (Hybrid)

£32K/yr – £35K/yrMid LevelTemporary

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own regional comms and marketing leadership with cross-team management and partner oversight, delivering the region strategy through press, events, and digital content while keeping governance and TOIL in check.

Partnerships and Stakeholder Management: Own due diligence, risk management, and main partner contact to unlock opportunities.
Media and Events Execution: Build press relations and press materials to amplify regional activities and drive event coverage.
Regional Programs and Roadshows: Lead 2027 roadshows with budget oversight and venue coordination to ensure smooth delivery.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Manage a small team, line managing the Marketing and Communications Officer and Social Media Officer.
Be the staff lead for and support the Chief Commissioner team and Lead Volunteers in delivering the Inclusive and Impactful region strategy.
Lead on all partnerships, ensure projects run smoothly, act as main partner contact, explore opportunities, and manage due diligence and partner risk.
Oversee the region ambassador scheme.
Build and strengthen relationships with press and media, lead on press releases and PR opportunities, and maximise event impact through coverage and engagement.
Lead delivery of the 2027 region roadshows including budgets and venue coordination.
Provide administrative support for the Inclusive and Impactful committee.
Oversee digital content, promotional design material and information for region website(s), social media and communications, ensuring branding and tone of voice are followed.
Ensure GDPR practices, confidential data handling, and secure storage of photographic and videographic consent.
Assist in organising and running Girlguiding South West England activities, challenges and events including Region conferences and special events, with some travel as needed.
Be prepared to work occasional Saturdays/Sundays and flex hours; TOIL applies for weekend/evening work.