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Ref no:
283700
Published:
28/06/2022
Closes:
13/07/2022
Location:
Thistle Foundation, EH16
Salary:
27,000 - 29,849 per annum (FTE)
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Part Time
Hours:
30 hours per week
Work From Home:
Hybrid

Senior Digital Communications Officer (30 hours per week)

At Thistle we believe in a world of inclusion, free of isolation and loneliness, where a health crisis doesn’t mean a life crisis. Our charity supports people with disabilities and long-term health conditions.

It’s an exciting time to join us as we look to grow our digital presence. Working alongside the Head of Communications, you will have a key role in developing, managing and reporting on the digital communications strategy including: Thistle’s social media accounts, the website and digital and social advertising including Google ad grants. You will work closely with the Communications Team and colleagues across the organisation to raise the profile of who we are and what we do including fundraising, recruitment and reaching people who are looking for support. The role will be responsible for the line management of a part-time Digital Communications Officer.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone with 3+ years’ experience of working in a social media and/or a digital communications role. You’ll be a creative team player with experience of planning, developing and delivering engaging, creative digital content.

Read the full job description here.

What we offer

· The opportunity to work with a fun and friendly team focused on making a difference in the lives of people living in communities across Scotland;

· Learning and development opportunities;

· A competitive salary - £27,000 - £29,849 pro rata, DOE;

· Hybrid working between home and our offices in Craigmillar;

· Contributory pension scheme;

· Non-contributory death in service benefit scheme;

· 35 days of annual leave;

· Free Thistle Gym membership;

· Membership of the HSF Health Plan;

· A £500 welcome payment.

Job Ref: SDCO221

How to apply

Please send a CV and covering letter/short video about you and why you’re interested in the role to recruitment@thistle.org.uk.

Closing date Wednesday 13th July at 11:59pm. Interviews will take place week commencing 18th July 2022.