Senior Campaigns Adviser

Motor Neurone Disease Association; London; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Motor Neurone Disease Association seeks a Senior Campaigns Officer to advocate for better access to vital services for those affected by MND. In this role, you'll develop impactful campaigns, collaborate with stakeholders, and manage volunteer engagement. If you're passionate about making a difference, apply now.

Benefits

28 days holiday, rising to 33 days after 5 years

Health & Wellbeing support

24/7 GP service

Life assurance and confidential counselling

Enhanced pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in campaigning within the third/public sector.
• Experience managing or working with volunteers.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, with UK travel required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the National Campaigns Manager to deliver impactful campaigns.
• Engage with volunteers and create compelling campaign assets.
• Represent the Association in collaborations with external stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you driven to campaign for better access to vital support and services? Are you passionate about advocating for those who need their voices heard? We are looking for a dedicated Senior Campaigns Officer to join our team and drive positive change for the MND Community across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Position Details

• Directorate: External Affairs
• Location: London (Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the office)
• Salary: £33,350 per annum plus £3,253 London Weighting
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Closing Date: 02/09/2024

Role Overview

In this role, you will collaborate with our National Campaigns Manager and Public Affairs Manager to plan, develop, and deliver impactful campaigns that improve access to essential support and services for people living with and affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND). You will work closely with colleagues in the Services and Partnerships Directorate and the Policy and Campaigns team to identify challenges in local services and turn these insights into effective local campaigns.

You will engage with volunteers both online and offline, providing tools and support to amplify our campaigns. Creating compelling campaign assets such as emails, toolkits, and reports will be key to reaching a wide audience.

You will also represent the Association in collaborations with external stakeholders, including coalitions, to further our campaigning goals. Your work will contribute to the planning, execution, and evaluation of campaigns and events across the UK regions, ensuring we meet our objectives and make a tangible impact.

Additional Responsibilities

You will support the Policy & Campaigns Assistant in managing correspondence and enquiries, ensuring active involvement of those affected by MND in shaping our campaigns. Working with colleagues across the organization, you will help increase our profile, reach, and engagement.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in campaigning within the third/public sector
• Experience managing or working with volunteers
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, with UK travel required

Benefits

• 28 days holiday, rising to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
• Health & Wellbeing support, including dental, eye care, and therapies
• 24/7 GP service
• Life assurance and confidential counselling
• Salary sacrifice schemes and lifestyle discounts
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Hybrid working arrangements

Application Process

Please submit a CV and a supporting statement (no longer than one side of A4) demonstrating your experience and how you meet the role requirements. Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close early.

About Us

Our vision is a world free from MND. We aim to improve care, support, and research for those affected by MND. We are committed to equality, diversity, and removing barriers for all applicants.

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