At a glance

Skills

Campaigning
Marketing strategy
Public relations
Social media marketing

Where

Southampton, SO18 1AY

Mainly at the office, or mainly at home.

Time

Mostly outside office hours Estimate of time needed:
0-5 hours / month or 1-3 hours / week

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Southampton Sea Cadets is seeking a Public Relations Manager/Trustee!

If you have experience in communications, media and building connections we want to hear from you!

What will you be doing?

As our Public Relations Manager, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing Southampton Sea Cadets' visibility and reputation.

Your experience will help us manage media relations and promote our programs and achievements to a broader audience.

You'll help to contribute to our goals of growth and offering the Sea Cadets Experience to even more young people, while fostering good relationships with cadets, parents/guardians and the wider community.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a strategic public relations and communications plan
Act as the main point of contact for media inquiries and manage relationships with journalists and press outlets
Create engaging content for press releases, social media, and success stories to increase public awareness
Advise the Unit Management Team on effective communication strategies and brand management
Monitor media coverage and evaluate the effectiveness of PR campaigns
Work with trustees and volunteers to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms

What are we looking for?

Experience in public relations, communications or a related field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to craft engaging and impactful stories that resonate with diverse audiences
Knowledge of social media platforms and digital communication strategies
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Passionate about developing young people with skills to set them up for life

What difference will you make?

You'll help to amplify the visibility and reach of Southampton Sea Cadets' programs and achievements.

You'll help us to build strong connections with media and community stakeholders, as well as strengthen our charity's brand a public image.

You'll help to inspire more young people to join and benefit from the opportunities and experiences Sea Cadets provides.

Before you apply

Please apply through Reach in the first instance
We encourage prospective volunteers to arrange an informal discussion about the role
There are opportunities to visit our unit and see what our cadets get up to
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete our application form
Successful candidates will be required to undertake a DBS check and complete some short training as part of your induction including in Safeguarding, Health & Safety and Data Protection

About Southampton Sea Cadets

Causes

Education

Young people

Organisation type:

Charity

Sea Cadets inspires young people aged 10-18 to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure, guided by the customs and traditions of today’s Royal Navy.

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