Marketing and Communications Trustee

Wave Forward; Kendal; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking charity as a Marketing and Communications Trustee, dedicated to enhancing the mental health of young people in Cumbria. This volunteer role is primarily remote and involves developing marketing strategies, engaging with audiences, and promoting initiatives that empower youth. As part of a collaborative team, you'll help shape impactful programs that make a real difference in the community. If you are passionate about mental health and want to contribute to meaningful change, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Strong passion for supporting young people's mental health.
• Experience in developing marketing strategies and audience engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote mental health initiatives.
• Organize awareness campaigns and grow the Volunteer and Advocacy base.

Skills

Passion for young people's mental health and wellbeing

Marketing and Communications strategy development

Brand guardianship

Audience analysis

Graphic design

Excellent interpersonal and networking skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Tools

Canva

Job description

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Passionate doer, campaign maker, content creator, branding lover and all-round design manager. Let's change the world...

Company Description

Wave Forward is a forward-thinking charity dedicated to supporting the mental health and emotional wellbeing of young people across the South Lakes of Cumbria. Committed to creating meaningful change, the organization places young people at the heart of its mission, actively engaging them in the design and delivery of its services. Through innovative programs and partnerships, Wave Forward provides targeted interventions that empower young individuals to build resilience, develop coping strategies, and thrive in their communities.

With a strong emphasis on collaboration and continuous improvement, Wave Forward delivers impactful initiatives, such as the "Five to Thrive" workshops, which focus on enhancing mental health through evidence-based practices. The charity also engages with schools, community groups, and local organisations to extend its reach and maximise its impact via Wellbeing Ambassadorship training, counselling services and youth networks.

As a team member, you will play a key role in helping Wave Forward achieve its vision of a brighter, healthier future for young people.

Role Description

This is a volunteer, mainly remote role for a Marketing and Communications Trustee at Wave Forward located in Kendal, Cumbria. The Marketing and Communications Trustee will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies, supporting the Chair of Trustees, cultivating audience engagement, organising awareness campaigns, growing our Volunteer and Advocacy base, and promoting the organisation’s mission to support young people’s mental health across the South Lakes of Cumbria.

Qualifications

1. Passion for young people's mental health and wellbeing
2. Marketing and Communications strategy development
3. Brand guardianship
4. Audience analysis
5. Graphic design (Canvas)
6. Knowledge of design and print
7. Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
8. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team
9. Experience in the non-profit sector is a plus

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Volunteer

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

Non-profit Organizations