Communications Officer

Norfolk and Waveney Mind


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Norwich
Contract type: Full time
REF: NWM/552

Hours: Full Time – 37.5 hours per week

Work Pattern: Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Salary: £27,219 per annum

Location: Sale Rd, Norwich NR7 9TP - Travel to various external locations as needed.

  • Due to the nature of the role a driver licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role, mileage is paid at 45p per mile for cars after your home to work base mileage is deducted.

Join Norfolk and Waveney Mind as our Communications Officer and play a vital role in raising awareness, shaping our message, and engaging key stakeholders.

In this role, you will oversee both internal and external communications, ensuring consistent, clear, and engaging messaging across various channels. From media relations and emergency communications to content creation and internal bulletins, you will help amplify the voice of our charity and support our mission to improve mental health and wellbeing across Norfolk and Waveney.

Key Responsibilities

Field media inquiries, issue press releases, and coordinate media tours.

Develop and implement communication plans for new services and initiatives.

Create engaging content for internal bulletins, newsletters, and the website.

Support fundraising and marketing efforts with compelling copy.

Provide in-house proofreading and refinement of materials.

What We’re Looking For

Strong experience in media relations and communication strategies.

Excellent writing skills, with the ability to craft clear, engaging content.

A proactive approach to staying current on industry trends and news.

Ability to collaborate with teams to support our mission and vision.

If you're ready to make a difference and help shape the future of mental health services in Norfolk and Waveney, we want to hear from you!

Please refer to the job description for more information: JD Communications Officer.pdf

Should you wish to have an informal chat about the role, please contact Phoebe Howard - Brand and Marketing Manager [email protected]

Closing Date: Sunday 25th MayInterview Dates: 28th May & 29th May

How To ApplyCandidates need to complete an application form, the link to the application form can be found here Norfolk and Waveney Mind - Application Form.docx once you have downloaded and completed the application form you will be required to upload your application form via the “Apply for this job”. If you need to contact us please contact the HR Department on 0300 330 5488.

Safeguarding StatementNorfolk and Waveney Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check as well as other safeguarding checks.

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