Job Description

Communications Officer/Marketing

REF: NWM/615

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Full Time - 37.5 hours per week ?

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Work Pattern:

Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Salary:

27,219 per annum

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Location

: Sale Rd, Norwich NR7 9TP - Travel to various external locations as needed.
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*Due to the nature of the role a driver licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role, mileage is paid at 45p per mile for cars after your home to work base mileage is deducted.

?Join Norfolk and Waveney Mind as our Communications Officer and play a vital role in raising awareness, shaping our message "No one should have to face poor mental health alone"

??In this role, you will oversee both internal and external communications, ensuring consistent, clear, and engaging messaging across various channels. From media relations and emergency communications to content creation and internal bulletins, you will help amplify the voice of our charity and support our mission to improve mental health and wellbeing across Norfolk and Waveney.

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Key Responsibilities:

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Field media inquiries, issue press releases, and coordinate media tours.

?Develop and implement communication plans for new services and initiatives.

?Create engaging content for internal bulletins, newsletters, and the website.

?Support fundraising and marketing efforts with compelling copy.

?Provide in-house proofreading and refinement of materials.

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What We're Looking For:

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Strong experience in media relations and communication strategies.

?Excellent writing skills, with the ability to craft clear, engaging content.

?A proactive approach to staying current on industry trends and news.

?Ability to collaborate with teams to support our mission and vision.

?If you're ready to make a difference and help shape the future of mental health services in Norfolk and Waveney, we want to hear from you!

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Closing Date: Monday 22nd October

?Interview Date: Wednesday 22nd October

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We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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????How To Apply

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*Candidates will be redirected to the Norfolk and Waveney Mind website to apply online.

????Norfolk and Waveney Minds Equity Statement

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We welcome applications from people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, socio-economic classes, religions and disabilities. We also value and actively encourage applications from those with lived experience of mental health, recognising that your personal journey can bring unique insight and empathy that helps others feel heard, supported, and valued. At Norfolk and Waveney Mind, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone passionate about mental health feels respected, valued, and supported

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??Safeguarding Statement

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??Norfolk and Waveney Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check as well as other safeguarding checks.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,219.00 per year

Work Location: In person