Sands is the leading stillbirth and neonatal death charity and exists to reduce the number of babies dying and to support anyone affected by the death of a baby, before, during or shortly after birth.
This is an exciting role based within the Engagement Team at Sands. The post-holder will involved in a broad spectrum of duties including planning and delivering communications to key groups including supporters, volunteers, journalists, ambassadors and staff.
Additionally, the post holder will write, edit, co-ordinate and publish content across various channels including the Sands website, social media, and print and online marketing materials. Other functions of the role include planning and implementing communications and marketing campaigns to raise awareness or funds, while progressively improving organisational understanding of what works for different audiences.
With experience in a similar role, you will have excellent attention to detail and have a highly organised approach to your work. An excellent communicator and team player, you will be able to develop productive relationships with other Sands colleagues and external stakeholders.
You will have a sound knowledge and experience of social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Additionally, you will have good design skills and basic HTML knowledge.
Knowledge of how a press office works and ability to work with the media is essential, as is experience of online marketing and e-newsletter distribution.
To apply:
Please submit your CV, together with a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the criteria in the person specification to recruitment@sands.org.uk. Please also complete the Diversity and Equality Monitoring Form and send this with your application.
Closing date for applications: 25th March 2021
Interview date: 7th April 2021
Interviews will be held online via Zoom.
As we have limited staff resources we are unable to provide candidates with feedback about their applications. Interviews will be held online.
