Communications Officer

Communications Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications Officer to play a vital role in providing support at our project.

Position : Communications Officer

Location : Brighton/Hybrid

Salary : £31,527 FTE

Hours : 24 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date : 17th September

Interview Date: 24th September

As a Communications Officer, you will be working for a people-led organisation whose mission and values are to inspire change across Sussex. The role sits within our Fundraising and Publicity team and plays a key role in raising the profile of BHT Sussex through clear, engaging and accessible communications. Working across a range of internal and external channels, you will help promote our services, demonstrate our impact, support fundraising campaigns and appeals, and ensure all communications reflect our brand, values and tone of voice.

You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to gather stories, create compelling digital content, develop newsletters and promotional materials, support internal communications and help maintain effective engagement with donors, supporters, partners and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative communicator who wants to make a positive difference by helping more people understand and support BHT Sussex's work.

About the Fundraising and Publicity Department:

The Fundraising and Publicity Department is responsible for promoting the work and impact of BHT Sussex, supporting fundraising activity, engaging supporters and stakeholders, and ensuring consistent, high-quality communications across the organisation. The team works closely with services and departments across BHT Sussex to raise awareness, strengthen engagement and support the organisation's mission to inspire change across Sussex

Person Specification:

To be successful in the role of Communications Officer, you will need to have great communication skills and be committed to the values of BHT Sussex. Some of the key skills and experience you will need to bring with you include:

· Experience of creating engaging marketing and communications content for a range of audiences across digital and print channels.

· Experience of managing social media platforms and delivering successful digital marketing campaigns.

• Experience of website administration and content management, ideally using WordPress.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong copywriting, editing and attention to detail.

• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and design tools such as Canva, together with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

In return:

In recognition of our commitment to staff, BHT Sussex has been awarded Gold Accreditation from Investors in People. We are also signed up to the Disability Confident employer scheme and have made the Mental Health at Work commitment.

You will also receive a fantastic benefits package including :

· 5.5% stakeholder pension scheme and life assurance scheme

· Medical cash plan with BHSF

· Access to BHT Sussex’s Learning & Development platform

· Free and confidential employee assistance helpline for both personal and work-related concerns

· Cycle-to-work scheme

· Free new starter 28-day Network Saver Brighton bus pass

· Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days per annum pro rata, rising 1 day for each year of service to a maximum of 32 days pro rata

· The opportunity to participate in well-being and fundraising activities throughout the year

BHT Sussex is an equal opportunities employer using a fair and open recruitment process that fully complies with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010. We are committed to encouraging equality, equity, inclusion, and diversity within the workplace. As an employer we are committed to promoting and supporting our people’s social, physical and psychological health at work. Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or reasonable adjustments if called for interview. BHT Sussex welcomes applications from individuals with lived experience.

BHT Sussex reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applicants for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

A Basic DBS Check (Disclosure and Barring Service) is required on all successful applicants as a condition of employment for this post.