This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who wants to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK.
Brain Tumour Research is the only national charity in the UK focused on finding a cure for all types of brain tumours through campaigning to increase the national investment in brain tumour research to £35 million per year, while fundraising to create a network of seven sustainable Brain Tumour Research Centres.
We are looking for a talented PR Officer to join our PR and Communications team. The PR Officer will work to maintain our status as the leading brain tumour voice in the media through innovative and pioneering PR initiatives. The team's work puts patients and bereaved families at the centre of what we do in order to raise awareness and acquire new supporters.
Position: PR Officer
Location: Head Office, Milton Keynes
Salary: Circa £33,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time - 35 hours per week. Hybrid working model, employees have the option to work from home up to two days per week.
Benefits: 25 days a year holiday, increasing one day a year up to a maximum of 30 days. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Pension, Life assurance (three times the salary), with additional options to join our private healthcare scheme through Benenden Health and an Electric car scheme through salary sacrifice after six months service.
Closing Date: 17th January 2025. We are expecting this to be a popular role, and may choose to close the application window early. Please apply in good time to prevent disappointment.
About the Role
The PR Officer will raise the profile of Brain Tumour Research, strengthening the reputation of the charity through print, broadcast and online media both nationally and regionally. PR Officers have responsibility for a specific region and work to ensure people across that region are increasingly aware of Brain Tumour Research and the work that we do.
About You
If you would like to join an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity, with a passion for finding a cure for brain tumours, then we would love to hear from you.
Do you have:
1. Bachelors degree in public relations, media communications or a related field, or similar professional level of experience of at least two years.
2. Excellent written and communication skills.
3. Experience working with Microsoft Office and a CRM database.
4. Ability to converse authentically and empathetically with members of the public who may be going through or have just gone through a difficult experience.
About Brain Tumour Research
Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK. We are invested in our employees and are proud to be accredited by Investors in People.
To apply: Please send your CV with a covering letter, demonstrating why you are a suitable candidate, how you could add value to our organisation and detailing your current salary via our Application System.
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