Job Description

Job Title: Event and Communications Coordinator

Location:

Penzance, Cornwall

Hours:

20

Salary:

15 an hour

Contract:

Permanent

About Growing Links CIC

Growing Links CIC is a grassroots, not-for-profit organisation based in West Cornwall. We are dedicated to creating fairer, greener communities by addressing food poverty, promoting sustainable living, and standing up for social justice. Through our community gardens, the Street Food Project, the Tree Field, and our educational and food-growing programmes, we empower people to grow, connect, and thrive.

We believe that everyone should have access to good food, green spaces, and a supportive community -- and we're looking for someone who shares our values to help us tell our story and grow our impact.

Role Overview

We are seeking a creative, organised and purpose-driven

Event and Communications Coordinator

to lead on the planning and delivery of engaging events and outreach activities, while strengthening our internal and external communications across platforms.

This role is perfect for someone with a strong passion for the environment, food justice, and wellbeing -- who enjoys building relationships, telling stories, and creating spaces where people feel included and inspired.

Key Responsibilities

Events Coordination

Plan, promote and deliver community events, workshops, and campaigns that support environmental awareness, food justice and community wellbeing. Coordinate wellbeing-focused events on our Tree Field (such as seasonal gatherings, nature connection workshops, and outdoor activities). Promote and manage the hire of our community spaces, liaising with facilitators and ensuring bookings align with our values. Develop and lead on events and initiatives that attract new veg bag customers and raise awareness of our affordable, locally-grown produce. Maintain an up-to-date events calendar and ensure timely promotion and evaluation.

Campaigns and Communications

Develop and implement marketing campaigns to promote our projects and services -- including veg bags, volunteering, and educational activities. Manage and grow our social media presence (Instagram, Facebook, etc.) with regular, compelling content that reflects our mission. Write and design engaging newsletters, press releases, blog posts and outreach materials. Keep our website content current and accessible. Capture and share the stories of our community in a respectful, ethical and empowering way.

Community Engagement & Partnerships

Build and maintain relationships with local groups, organisations, media contacts, and community members. Promote our work to diverse audiences, particularly those experiencing marginalisation or food insecurity. Represent Growing Links at outreach events, markets, and in community spaces.
Person Specification

Essential

Strong commitment to environmental sustainability, social justice and community wellbeing. Proven experience in event planning and communications, ideally in the community, environmental, or non-profit sectors. Experience creating and delivering marketing campaigns that drive public engagement or sales. Excellent writing, communication and content creation skills. Confident using social media, email marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp), and design tools (e.g. Canva). Highly organised and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. Comfortable working flexibly in a grassroots, evolving environment.

Desirable

Experience promoting or coordinating the hire of community or outdoor spaces. Familiarity with food growing, land justice, or community-based wellbeing initiatives. Skills in photography, video, storytelling or digital engagement. Experience using website platforms (e.g. WordPress), CRM tools, or booking systems. Full UK driver's licence and access to transport.
What We Offer

The opportunity to help shape the story and reach of a grassroots organisation making a real difference. Flexible working hours and a supportive, purpose-driven team. Access to green spaces, fresh produce, and community events. Opportunities for training, creativity and personal development.

To Apply:

Please send your CV and a short cover letter (1 page max) explaining why you're the right person for this role
www.growinglinks.org.uk

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 08/07/2025
Reference ID: Comms and events growing Links
Expected start date: 08/09/2025