Responsibilities

• Create a forward-thinking communications strategy that aligns with our organisational goals.
• Support the management of social media accounts by creating engaging content and monitoring interactions.
• Produce exciting updates in the form of a regular newsletters to distribute to prisons, stakeholders and funders.
• Coordinate internal communications to ensure consistent messaging across the project.
• Keep an eye on industry trends and competitor activities to shape communication strategies.
• Work with the fundraising team to help organise and promote events, including quiz nights, parties, and community engagement programmes.
• Maintain media contact lists and assist in building relationships with journalists and people with influence in our industry.

Requirements

• Previous experience in communications and/or marketing (essential).
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system (advantageous but not essential).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an excellent eye for detail.
• Excellent initiative to improve our online presence and bring creative ideas to life.
• Familiarity with social media platforms including LinkedIn and Instagram.
• Proficiency with Canva and Squarespace are essential, other platforms are a bonus.
• An ability to work collaboratively within a team while also being self-motivated when working remotely.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Own vehicle (desirable).

Preferred

• Knowledge of the criminal justice system (advantageous but not essential).
• Own vehicle (desirable).
• Other platforms are a bonus.

Benefits

• A supportive, welcoming, and open team who genuinely care about each other.
• Initiatives that support your wellbeing: from an employee assistance programme, a monthly financial contribution to wellbeing activities, and regular social events, to casual dress, snacks and coffee!
• Flexible hours, designed to work for both of us. Many of our team have family commitments, and we ensure they don't need to compromise on those to also have a career.
• A company laptop (if employed - if freelance you will be expected to have your own equipment) and media equipment.
• Opportunities to get involved with how the project is shaped and developed.