Social Media and PR Officer (Home based within the UK) – Job Expired

Civitas Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a great charity focused on working with those living with older age and committed to fighting loneliness so that people can have social lives and friendship groups however old they are. The charity looks to inspire and enable meaningful connections and shared experiences within communities across the UK for people over 75 facing loneliness and social isolation. An exciting opportunity exists for a Social Media and PR Officer to join the charity. The postholder will be responsible for recruiting older people and volunteers to our services across the UK through our digital platforms. You will be responsible for using social media and developing paid ads (google advertising) to recruit guests and volunteers and also for securing coverage of the charity’s work in local press. This role will be well supported by senior members of the Charity’s Marketing & Comms team. The role is home based with irregular visits to the London office for team meetings. Initial 2 year FTC.

Ideal candidates will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a wide range of audiences. Candidates will have experience of working in a busy communications team as well as experience managing social media advertising channels across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Candidates will also have experience in managing Google ad campaigns and have experience using Canva or Photoshop to create eye catching graphics. Experience of writing press releases and securing coverage across a range of print and online media will be a bonus.

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Contact us for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis.