[ref. z2601] Associate Director of Communications
Location: Remote
Work pattern: 35 hours per week
Salary: Up to £71,460 per annum
Contract: Permanent
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Associate Director of Communications:
take accountability and leadership for Cats Protection’s integrated communications, providing strategic leadership of the functiontake a strategic approach to integrating different approaches to communications to a deliver a proactive strategy which delivers against agreed organisational priorities
lead, manage, and motivate the Communications team in line with Cats Protection’s people policies
responsible for the successful delivery of Public Relations campaigns ensuring objectives are met and work is achieved within budgetbuild a culture of positive engagement across functions and promote and role model the values and behaviours of the charity
maximise the value for money achieved by the charity’s expenditure, with responsibility and accountability for the planning and management of the Communications budget
work in collaboration with members of the Senior Management team, to fulfil all duties and responsibilities set out in the terms of reference
About the Communications Department
The newly formed Communications department consists of three functions;
Digital – respnsible for the digital footprint of the organisation across social media and website, creating content and supporting engagement across branches and teamsInternal communications – delivering creative and effective communications strategies to ensure effective engagement of employees and volunteers
Media – responsible for developing and delivering innovative strategies to enhance and protect Cats Protection’s reputation in the media, through national stories and supporting local branches and centres
Together, these functions are responsible for the external voice and visibility of Cats Protection, delivering integrated, impactful messages and campaigns in support of organisational priorities.
What we’re looking for in our Associate Director of Communications:
experience developing and integrating new teamsexcellent understanding of communications metrics
experience of working with media outlets and/or social media channels
significant experience of overseeing the work of a communications team
experience of working and developing an internal communication function
a thorough understanding of strategy, planning, risk management and dependency planning
the ability to make sound and logical decisions
ability to build strong, trusted relationships and influence where needed
strong planning and organisational skills
excellent management skills, including change management
knowledge of UK communications outlets
experience with databases & monitoring systems
an understanding of working with a network of volunteers to deliver impact
What we can offer you:
range of health benefits25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
and much more, which you can learn about here
Interested?
Application closing date: 06 November 2024Virtual interview date: TBC
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.