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Are you looking to work for a national charity that helps young people achieve their potential and ensure that their background doesn’t need to determine their future?
Then this exciting opportunity might be just the job for you:
Communication and Marketing Specialist
Established in 2009 our mission is a simple one: “to ensure that every young person in our country, wherever they live, whatever their parents or carers’ circumstances, has the opportunity to meet a diverse range of volunteers to hear first-hand about jobs and the world of work and be inspired about the future”.
Our researchhas proven that young people’s hopes and aspirations are often limited to the world they see around them. They can struggle to relate what they are learning to the real world and their futures and, as a consequence, can suffer from a lack motivation and become disengaged and disillusioned. This research underpins our core work, Inspiring the Future – taking action and giving young people the chance to meet and interact with role models from the world of work who can broaden horizons, raise aspirations and show them what is possible in life.
The charity, Education and Employers has recently expanded and strengthened its board of Trustees in order to help it achieve its ambitious goals as outlined in our strategic plan. In order to do this, we need to strengthen our communications and be better at conveying what we do and its impact on young people and the economy. Our Communications and Marketing Officer will shortly be going on maternity leave, and we are looking for some who can cover the hands-on day to day practical tasks but also bring significant expertise and strategic thinking.
The role will include refining our messaging, enhancing social media (especially LinkedIn), producing e-bulletins and articles overseeing the launch of a major new research report. This report looks at where young people live and the impact this has on the opportunities open to them – and how those opportunities can be expanded. It explores how virtual interactions, done in a way which works for schools and employers, has the potential to revolutionise how young people view the opportunities open to them in way that has not been possible before.
This role is a chance to make a real difference on a big scale with demonstrable impact
We want someone with energy and drive, skills and experience, a hands-on doer with a passion to help young people achieve their potential, especially those from less advantaged backgrounds. Someone who can help us to powerfully convey what we do to a wide range of stakeholders – funders, employers, and government.Â
It is an opportunity to work with great team of people who are supportive with colleagues and really committed to what they do. There will also be the opportunity to liaise with trustees who have helped in developing a communications strategy.
Application process
Deadline for applications: 20th January 9am
Notification to shortlisted candidates: 22nd JanuaryÂ
Interview: 27th January
The Charity values having a diverse workforce. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background.
The closing date for applications is 9am on the 20th January and only successful candidates will be notified no later than 5pm on the 22nd January that they have been shortlisted.Â
Interviews which will be with the SMT - Nick Chambers, Dominic Judge and Charlotte Thurston will take place on 27th January at the Charity’s offices in Fleet Street London
Please send a CV and Covering letter setting out your interest in and suitability for the role.
Applications will only be accepted from those with the right to work in the UK with a valid passport/visa.
Please note we will only consider applications with both a CV and covering letter.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered under any circumstances.
The Charity is fully committed to safeguarding those in our care. We plan our recruitment processes to ensure effective timelines for any required vetting processes such as enhanced DBS, qualification, reference and identity checks. The Charity also ensures that each staff member is appropriately trained for their duties with a comprehensive induction process on commencement.
