Digital Communications Manager Do you want a role where you can use your digital communications expertise to create a brighter future for young people Are you passionate about the power of digital communications to drive meaningful change If so, we want to hear from you This is an exciting moment to join this national youth charity dedicated to enabling young people to achieve their potential. As it embarks on its most ambitious expansion yet – opening seven new Youth Zones in the next 18 months – you will play a pivotal role in sharing this charity’s story and showcasing the transformative impact of their work through engaging digital communications. The organisation is an equal opportunities’ employer and welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Position: Digital Communications Manager Location: Bolton/hybrid (two days a week in the Bolton or London offices (based in White City) combined with home-working and travel across the Youth Zone network as required.) Salary: £37 - £42,000 Contract: 12 months Fixed Term Maternity Cover Contract Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week) with flexible working available Benefits: Agile working organisation with flexibility in working hours; 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days with length of service) plus bank holidays, birthday leave and annual leave purchase scheme (from day one of employment); company matched pension; company sick, maternity, paternity & adoption pay; voluntary benefits with discounts on health & wellbeing, retail & leisure. Closing Date: 17 February 2025. We may close this job early if we receive a high number of applications. If you’re interested, it’s a good idea to apply sooner rather than later Interview: In person at a Youth Zone w/c 24 February 2025 There will also be a short, values-based phone interview ahead of the in-person interview. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced Communications and External Affairs team that plays a crucial role in supporting the organisation’s growth plans. Over the past three years, the team has repositioned communications as a valuable strategic tool, helping to achieve significant progress toward key goals. They have introduced a modern visual identity, developed a compelling narrative and made significant strides in digital communications including refreshing the website. Underpinned by a new digital strategy, these efforts have already increased engagement across all digital channels, reaching wider audiences with powerful stories. The Digital Communications manager will build on this momentum, delivering the digital communications strategy, and ensuring digital communications remains central to the charity’s aim to establish itself as a nationally recognised brand. About You The ideal candidate will be an experienced and hands-on digital communications professional with expertise across all areas of digital, including social media management, website optimisation, and e-marketing. They will bring fresh ideas, a creative mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. We are particularly interested in hearing from people with short-form content creation expertise to support current social media ambitions. You’ll be comfortable managing and growing digital channels, and creating innovative, high-impact content that connects with diverse audiences and amplifies the powerful stories of young people, supporters and partners. If you’re ready to make a real difference, showcase your digital expertise, and work as part of a small, hard- working communications and external affairs team we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter (of not more than two pages), explaining clearly why you are interested in the role, and answering ALL points as outlined on the role profile. About the Organisation A national youth charity that believes all young people should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose. The charity funds and builds state-of-the-art, multimillion-pound youth centres called Youth Zones in some of the country’s most economically disadvantaged areas. It also offers training and support to the teams that run Youth Zones – as part of growing national network of independent youth charities. You are actively encouraged to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application. The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with its Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check. Other roles you may have experience of could include Digital Communications, Communications, Digital Marketing, Digital Communications Manager, Communications Manager, Digital Marketing Manager, Digital Communications Officer, Communications, Officer, Digital Marketing Officer. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation