Salary £24,000 – £26,000 plus benefits
The Trust is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and organised individual to work closely with the Chief Executive and Fund Raising Manager in order to develop and implement the marketing strategy. The role will focus on improving communications with the Charity’s principal stakeholders, particularly potential beneficiaries and existing or potential donors. The successful candidate will also assist the Chief Executive in the daily administration of the charity and in particular assist in the co-ordination and servicing of various working Trustee Committees.
Main Duties
To plan the charity PR work producing press releases relating to the key charitable activities.
To research, recommend and develop new initiatives to promote the charity and improve awareness of its objectives.
To research, source and write effective copy for all communications; newsletters, annual reviews, appeal booklets, diaries and other promotional material.
To provide administrative support to the Chief Executive, particularly in relation to servicing committees (including minute taking).
To research and write speeches for Trustees and Executives.
To act as an ambassador for the charity and on occasion make presentations to a wide range of audiences.
To research, where appropriate, for the Executive team.
To ensure the RMTGB website is updated regularly.
To organise, attend and service meetings when appropriate.
To work with the Senior Welfare Adviser and outside agencies in order to develop a strategy to raise the profile of the charity in the field of child welfare.
Key Skills
Ability to work well as part of a team and also act on own initiative.
Excellent organisational skills, particularly clear and persuasive drafting.
The ability to proof-read copy with a keen eye for detail.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to convey a message consistent with the overall strategy of the charity.
Excellent presentation skills, with confidence to address a wide range of audiences.
Strong IT skills and knowledge of website maintenance (experience of all MS office applications is essential).
A desire to work in the charity sector is essential.
A clean driving licence and access to own transport is desirable.
To apply:
Please send your CV and letter of application to:
Mrs Linda Walker, C/o RMTGB, 60 Great Queen Street, London, WC2B 5AZ
Email:lwalker@rmtgb.org
Closing date for applications – Wednesday 12 March 2008