Senior Media & Communications Officer

Drinkaware is the UK’s leading alcohol charity with a vision of working together to reduce alcohol harm. We use our expertise to give governments, industry, communities and individuals the knowledge and support to make informed decisions about alcohol and how to reduce the harm it can cause.

We deliver public-facing campaigns and digital services, information and guidance, evidence-led advice to governments and industry and independent research, consumer insight and evaluation.

Are you an experienced, creative and collaborative media & communications professional looking to develop your career by joining a friendly and dynamic Communications team?

About the role:

As the Senior Media & Communications Officer you will report into the Head of Media & Communications. The role plays a key role in developing and delivering our media & communication strategy both internal and external, supporting the Head of Media & Communications. The role is key in ensuring that the public, partners, stakeholders and our people are informed and engaged with the work of Drinkaware.

This is a hugely rewarding opportunity to contribute and support Drinkware’s aim to change the UK’s drinking habits for the better!

About you:

You will have a track record of working within a similar role. You will have experience in working in a press office, devising and delivering stories and coverage. As part of our highly skilled, passionate and creative Media & Communications team, you will help to plan, implement and evaluate Drinkaware’s media and communications activities to drive positive coverage and comment about the charity across the UK. You'll enjoy the challenge of using your experience to raise Drinkaware’s profile.

You will work alongside internal and external stakeholders, so a collaborative style of working and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships is essential. A personal commitment to reducing the risk of alcohol-related harm is essential.

Working with us:

Our Drinkaware staff team is friendly, professional and inclusive. We care about what we do and how we work together and bring our values to life.  Drinkaware invests in staff development through regular one to one meetings, a generous individual training budget, teatime tutorials and staff awaydays, and an annual learning and wellbeing grant.  

Drinkaware’s benefits include:

• 30 days leave (plus Bank Holidays, and your birthday)  
• Matched company pension scheme
• Life assurance cover offering 4x death in service benefit
• Company sick pay
• Training and development opportunities
• Learning and Wellbeing Grant (£500 per year)
• Employee assistance programme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Perks and discount platform

To apply

For further information please refer to the attached job description and our applicant privacy policy and read more about Drinkaware on our website.

You should submit an up-to-date CV (no more than 2 pages) and a brief covering letter that outlines how you meet the requirements for this role and what you would bring to Drinkaware. Drinkaware reserves the right to assess candidates as they apply and arrange interviews ahead of the published closing date, so early application is recommended. Interviews may be carried out on Teams or in person at our Moorgate offices. 

FINAL CLOSING DATE: 12pm Friday 27 September 2024.

Drinkaware is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community.