Interim Marketing And Communications ManagerGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.The closing date for applications is Monday 3 November at 9am. If you have any queries about the position, please call Rachel McGrath on 01604 230033.To submit your application, please send a covering letter and CV based on the Job Description stating why you think you would be ideal for the position. Your statement must not exceed two sides of A4.Please email these documents to: tina@ncf.uk.comAlternatively, you can post your application to NCF, 18 Albion Place, Northampton, NN1 1UD.The full application pack for this role can be viewed here: https://www.ncf.uk.com/vacanciesResponsible to: Chief ExecutiveLocation: Northampton (Hybrid working – we currently work from home two days a week)Salary Band: £30,000 pa + 3% contributoryAnnual Leave: 25 days + bank holidays + 3 days additional at ChristmasContract: Full-Time on a 1-year contractKey Responsibility: Supporting the communications of Northamptonshire Community Foundation.Role overview: To develop the Northamptonshire Community Foundation Brand, ensuring all communications are high quality and consistent, producing reports on the progress of communications and development work.To provide comprehensive support to the communications function of the organisation. Increase engagement with our social media platforms, website and create digital and written stories about the community groups we fund.To support the delivery of the Marketing and Communications strategy. Working with the Grants Team to establish and maintain an effective process for promoting grant programmes and ensuring they are accessible to as many beneficiaries as possible, in particular small and hard to reach community groups.You will need to be a quick learner who relishes a challenge.Strategy and DevelopmentSupport the delivery of the Marketing and Communications Strategy to help raise the Foundation’s profile and reach across NorthamptonshireSafeguard the reputation and brand of the FoundationDigitalManage the day‑day social media presence of the Foundation across all its social media platforms including Facebook, Bluesky, LinkedIn and InstagramSupport the development of social media specific content including visual and graphics content in line with the current brand designPromote donor and grants stories, the Foundation’s impact, campaigns and appealsCollate updated and contemporary digital photographs from awarded groups for press and promotionsPut together a monthly e‑newsletter to be sent to Foundation donors, partners and funded groupsMarketing and communicationsCo‑ordinate the development and up‑keep of the website, taking responsibility for the integration and development of the website with the overall marketing strategyProvide communications and promotions for Foundation campaigns including Family Food Aid and the Warm this Winter appealSupport the development of digital and print materials which may include liaising with external providersDeliver excellent materials and help support events for key stakeholders and external audiencesPress and mediaSupport and liaise with local press including putting together press releases and arranging radio interviewsMaintain good relations with local press and media to support the positive raising of the Foundation’s profileCo‑ordinate news stories and media opportunities for the Foundation, in particular in support of its strategies, campaigns and donor relationsEventsAssist with, promote and support the Foundation’s key events including our Annual Awards and Community Celebration eventsGrantsEnsure the Foundation is duly acknowledged by awarded groups through communications supportFrom time to time, it may be necessary for the postholder to contribute towards other aspects of the Foundation’s work as required by the Chief Executive, commensurate with the scale and general nature of the post.QualificationsWorking in a marketing or communications environmentA demonstrable interest in working in the third sector – whether through work experience, volunteering or extracurricular activitiesA working knowledge of desktop publishing packages such as PhotoshopPhotography and filming skillsEssential Skills and AttributesThe job holder must be interested in working for a charity that is building stronger communities in Northamptonshire. In order to be successful in the role the job holder must have/be:Experience of effectively writing and managing content for social media platformsExperience of developing and delivering e‑communicationsGeneral skills with standard PC packages (Outlook and Word) and ExcelCreative and practicalPositive, proactive and enthusiasticKeen to learn and experience the charitable sectorA good communicator in writingArticulate, with a good telephone mannerAccurate and reliable with attention to detailWell organisedAn effective team playerAble to enjoy working in a small team #J-18808-Ljbffr