Communications Officer

Communications Officer
Oxford, Oxfordshire (with hybrid working)

About Us

Windle Trust International (WTI) has been at the forefront of advancing education for refugees and conflict-affected communities in the East and Horn of Africa region for over 45 years. With initiatives spanning across Sudan and South Sudan, and programmes to support East African students in the UK, we are dedicated to transforming society through quality education and increasing equality of opportunity for those who have been denied it. We work with local partners and governments in the region delivering teacher training, English language teaching, alternative education provision and scholarships.

We are currently seeking a Communications Officer to join our team on a permanent, part-time basis, working 21 hours per week.

The Benefits

- Salary of £30,000 - £33,000 per annum (FTE)
- Pension provision with a minimum of 5% employer contribution (increasing with service)
- 26 days of annual leave (pro rata), in addition to public holidays
- Support for remote work and flexible hours
- A commitment to ongoing training and development opportunities

This is an inspiring opportunity for a talented storyteller with experience in a communications or marketing role to join our transformative and mission-driven organisation.

You’ll play a vital role in amplifying the voices of marginalised communities, using your skills to showcase the transformative power of education and drive meaningful change across conflict-affected regions.

Plus, with opportunities for professional growth, flexible working arrangements and meaningful connections, you’ll be perfectly positioned to advance your career and fulfil your potential through skills progression and practical development.

So, if this sounds like the role you’ve been waiting for, apply now to make a difference!

The Role

As a Communications Officer, you will support the delivery of our communication strategies that ensure impactful and consistent messaging across all platforms.

Focusing on raising awareness of our work, you will maintain media relationships and support internal communication initiatives, with a blend of content creation, advocacy and digital engagement.

You will develop compelling stories, case studies and blogs to showcase our impact, manage social media platforms to increase engagement and update our website with accurate and user-friendly content.

Playing a key part in advocacy efforts, you will prepare press materials, maintain relationships with journalists and support leadership in stakeholder engagements to amplify our voice and mission.

Additionally, you will:

- Produce supporter and alumni updates, ensuring clear and effective communication
- Maintain brand consistency across all external communications
- Collaborate with programme teams and external providers to create multimedia content
- Monitor sector trends to refine messaging and maintain relevance
- Educate staff on best practices for impactful communication

About You

To be considered as a Communications Officer, you will need:

- Experience in a communications or marketing role
- A proven track record of managing social media platforms and content creation
- Experience writing for diverse audiences across various media
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva, Affinity Suite or similar design tools
- A degree or equivalent professional experience in communications, marketing, journalism or a related field

Please note, this role involves regular travel to project sites and events, including our overseas operations.

The closing date for this role is 19th January 2025.

Other organisations may call this role Communications Executive, PR Officer, Public Relations Officer, Media Officer, Marketing Officer, Social Media Officer, or Digital Marketing Officer.

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