Feeding Families is an award winning food poverty charity which operates across North East England.
We are seeking a Fundraising & Communications Assistant to join our small but enthusiastic team in delivering an ambitious plan to increase donations and promote the charity. Occasional out-of-hours working may be required. As well as working from home, the role will require attendance in our centres in Blaydon and Sedgefield and other locations from time to time so access to a car is essential (excess mileage will be paid).
Objectives
· To effectively support the Engagement team in delivering the charity’s communications strategy, to drive greater engagement by stakeholders.
· To effectively support the Engagement team in delivering the fundraising strategy to increase revenue.
· To support the Engagement team with the administration of projects.
Main Responsibilities
Communications:
· Design and schedule regular on-brand social media content which reflects the aims of the charity, its achievements and key messages to reach our diverse audiences on Facebook, X, Linkedin, Instagram & YouTube.
· Encouraging others to comment on our posts and share them with others.
· Track the effectiveness of our social media work and recommend ways forward.
· Test content and review its impact.
· Contribute to the development and design of key communications such as flyers & posters.
Fundraising:
Relevant skills and experience
Essential
Highly organised with attention to detail
Experience of managing multiple tasks to deadlines, prioritising own workload with good time management skills.
Experience of using Microsoft Office.
To be able to communicate effectively, be articulate, with strong writing skills and the ability to feedback accurately.
Ability to transform small snippets of information into interesting and engaging stories suitable for X, Facebook etc.
Strong administration skills to lead and implement fundraising initiatives, building relationships with volunteers and businesses.
The ability to work equally well in a team and unsupervised.
Good understanding of confidentiality.
An interest in, knowledge of or willingness to learn about food poverty.
Educated to A level standard (or equivalent job based standard) with GCSEs in English and Maths.
Full driver’s licence and access to a car.
Desirable
Knowledge and experience of marketing communications with an understanding of e-marketing and social media.
Background in working within the charities sector.
Experience of creating marketing materials using graphic design tools such as Canva
Understanding of social media and how to drive engagement.
Experience of trust fundraising an advantage
APPLICATIONS BY CV AND COVERING LETTER TO juliet@feedingfamilies.org.uk BY 5PM ON 27th SEPTEMBER 2024