Publicity and Social Media Trustee

Publicity and Social Media Trustee

Trustee/Governor
J97296
At a glance

Skills

  • Campaigning
  • Copywriting / Journalism
  • Event management
  • Marketing strategy
  • Public relations
  • Social media marketing

Where

Newark-on-Trent, NG24 1QF
Mainly at home

Time

Mostly outside office hours Estimate of time needed:
3-7 hours / week
All trustees will be required to undertake initial induction and training. This role will require a commitment of around 3-7 hours per week.

Deadline

12 Dec 2024

Newark Sea Cadets is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated publicity and social media trustee to join its Unit Management Team (UMT).

What will you be doing?

We are a long-established Sea Cadet unit that has provided life-changing opportunities for many young people. We currently have 40+ cadets who come from all over the area.

The charity is currently looking for volunteers that can support with publicity and social media within the unit. There are free training courses available for you to develop new skills, boost your CV and support you in this role.

Tasks include but are not limited to: 

  • Raise community awareness through marketing and press releases. 
  • Support the unit on marketing and communications.
  • Develop media links and use social media for promotion. 
  • Manage the unit’s web page

What are we looking for?

Marketing, public relations or social media experience may be useful but the right attitude and a passion for improving the lives of young people are essential. If you think you are a match for the person specification below, please get in touch:

You have three years or more professional experience in positions with skills or knowledge such as:

o   Advertising / marketing

o   Public relations / social media

o   Administration

o   Good literacy

o   Good IT competence

o   Design

-       You are reliable, honest and trustworthy

-       You are a good communicator

-       You work effectively with a team

-       You are able to motivate and encourage others

What difference will you make?

You will play a key role make a positive difference to teenagers who are often struggling in today’s world and their communities.

Before you apply

Sea Cadets understand the responsibilities people have outside volunteering. So, we offer a flexible approach, recognising that everyone has skills to offer and that volunteering needs to fit around peoples' busy lives - so if a desire to support local young people is there, please contact us and we discuss this opportunity further.

All trustees will be required to undertake mandatory induction training, DBS (paid for by the Sea Cadets) and courses to support your own personal development within your role. 

Causes
  • Children / families
  • Education
  • Local / community
  • Young people
  • Organisation type: 
    Charity

    Newark Sea Cadets is a dynamic youth organisation immersed in naval traditions.

    Our objective is simple: To launch young people for life