Job Description

The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following position:

Ref 25-291-CO-CS-WEB


Job Role Communications Officer


Location Cedar, Balmoral Training Resource Centre, 1 Upper Lisburn Road, Belfast


Agile Working Option available*


Salary Commencing on 29,540 per annum per annum (pro rata)


Hours 25 Hours per week

Purpose of the Job:

To provide comprehensive support in the delivery of Cedar's Communications Strategy. This includes maintaining and updating Cedar's website, managing content across social media platforms, and assisting in the creation and distribution of both print and online marketing materials. The role will support our communications function with a particular emphasis on Cedar services, including co-ordination of promotional activities, events, and campaigns aimed at increasing visibility and engagement with the programme.

Benefits

20 days annual leave and 12 statutory days pro rata. Annual leave entitlement increases to 28 days(pro rata) after 5 years' service, and 30 days (pro rata) after 10 years' service. Agile working and working from home options promote well-being and work-life balance. Flexi-time policy. Enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme consisting of 5% employee contribution and 4% employer contribution. Occupational Sick Pay Scheme. Westfield Healthcare Cashback scheme. Westfield rewards - access to over 600 retailer discounts. Investor in People Platinum accredited organisation with commitment to development of the staff team through training and learning opportunities.

Essential Criteria

1. RQF level 6 / Degree or equivalent level qualification

AND

Minimum of 1 year's paid experience in a similar role*

OR

RQF level 4 or equivalent level professional qualification

AND

Minimum of 3 years paid experience in a similar role*


a similar role is defined as supporting communications, marketing or PR in a voluntary or community sector organisation
2. Experience of preparing content for websites, ezines, print and social media channels


3. Experience of event management


4. Proficiency in IT skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and content


5. Ability to work independently with good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable Criteria

1. Qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g. Communications or Marketing)


2. Experience of working with people with disabilities or other disadvantaged groups


3. Knowledge of the Community and Voluntary Sector




Apply: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home

Closing Date: Friday 17th October 2025 at 10am

THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER


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