Location: Manchester (In-person training)
Organisation: Lagan’s Foundation
Apprenticeship Level: PR and Communications Level 4 (Apprentify Group)
Programme Duration: Fixed Contract 18 months (including a 3-month End-Point Assessment)
Overview:
Lagan’s Foundation, a charity supporting families with children who have heart conditions and feeding issues, is offering an exciting opportunity to join our team as a PR and Communications Apprentice. This apprenticeship is designed for individuals looking to start a career in public relations and communications, offering real-world experience and industry-led training through our partnership with the multi-award-winning provider, Apprentify & Smoking Gun.
Position Type
Full Time
Job Description
You will play a vital role in promoting our work, managing our communications, and contributing to the overall PR strategy while gaining valuable skills that will help you thrive in the world of public relations.
You must bring strong, proven Social Media and Branding knowledge and skills to this role, therefore it suits someone already in the Digital Marketing industry or coming out of further education.
Key Responsibilities: (but not limited to)
1. Assist with creating and executing PR campaigns to raise awareness of Lagan’s Foundation.
2. Support the management of our digital PR activities, including social media platforms.
3. Build and maintain relationships with media outlets to secure coverage and grow our presence.
4. Participate in influencer marketing and outreach to enhance brand visibility.
5. Help coordinate and promote events, campaigns, and initiatives through digital platforms, ensuring consistent messaging across all channels.
6. Curate and distribute content for social media and newsletter communications.
7. Assist with reputation management and crisis communication strategies.
8. Track and report on PR campaigns and provide insights to the wider team.
9. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to promote Lagan’s Foundation’s events and initiatives.
What You Will Learn:
1. Media relations and managing press releases.
2. How to create and run effective, creative PR campaigns.
3. Influencer marketing strategies to amplify brand messaging.
4. Reporting and evaluating the success of communication campaigns.
5. Reputation management and crisis communication techniques.
6. How to harness digital PR tools to build an impactful brand presence.
7. Gain hands-on experience with a dynamic and purpose-driven charity.
8. Receive industry-led training from award-winning experts.
9. Develop practical and theoretical knowledge to thrive in PR.
10. Opportunity for career development within Lagan’s Foundation after the apprenticeship.
Requirements:
1. Strong communication and writing skills.
2. Interest in public relations, communications, and charity work.
3. Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
4. Organised, with attention to detail and creativity.
5. Attend face-to-face classes with Smoking Gun.
6. Be available full time from the 1st January 2025.
Why Join Lagan’s Foundation?
Working with Lagan’s Foundation means you’ll be part of a passionate and dedicated team committed to making a real difference in the lives of families facing challenging health conditions. Your work will directly contribute to increasing awareness, support, and donations for our charity.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and cover letter explaining why you are passionate about pursuing a career in PR and Communications and why you are interested in working with Lagan’s Foundation. Applications@lagans.org.uk or call to discuss this position 01204 800300 Option 4.
Join us on this journey to build your career while making a real impact in the world of public relations and charity work!
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