This is an exciting role to develop a regional strategy for the Message Trust in London. We are looking for a strategic leader with a breadth of communication skills, and with a proven track record of pioneering new work particularly in partnership with local church.

A person who is strongly self-motivated, confident to take initiative, make decisions quickly and able to inspire others will thrive in this fast-paced role. You will be responsible for developing the team regionally, managing budgets, driving prayer initiatives to fuel the work and raising the profile of the ministry by increasing networks.

• Check out the benefits of working at The Message here: Benefits - The Message
• Hear the heart of what we are about at The Message: – you will be asked about these in any interview.Message Values Talk - The Message
• See links for job description and Working at The Message document.
• If applying from an external website, please visit www.message.org.uk/jobs for further details and to access the job description.

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.

Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.

Applications are now invited for the following post:

Senior Lecturer / Lecturer Department of Sociology and Social Policy (Post Ref.: 25/284)

The Department of Sociology and Social Policy brings together scholars with international research experience and publication records in the major areas of Sociology and Social Policy. Over the years, our faculty members have been the recipients of the University’s Research Excellence Award and Teaching Excellence Award. The Department offers undergraduate teaching in Sociology, Social and Public Policy, and Health and Social Services Management, while hosting an MSocSc Programme in Comparative Social Policy (International) (IMCSP). We have been consistently successful in attracting MPhil and PhD students from around the world, particularly the recipients of the Hong Kong RGC Junior Research Fellow Scheme, and obtaining the General Research Fund (GRF) and other external competitive grants. For more information, applicants are advised to visit the departmental website.

General Requirements

Applicants should have a PhD degree in Sociology, Social Policy, Social Work, Health Studies or other related disciplines, with relevant teaching experience. Excellent communication and presentation skills in English are essential. The appointee should be able to take up teaching duties in some of the courses on the Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) Programme, including but not limited to: “Introduction to Health and Social Care”, “Fundraising and Programme Evaluation”, “Health and Social Service Provisions for Special Populations”, “Health and Social Service Project” and “Social Innovation & Social Enterprises”. The appointee should be prepared to actively support the coordination and development of our teaching programmes.

Appointment

The conditions of appointment will be competitive. The rank and remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity, incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. The appointment will normally be made on a fixed-term contract of up to two years.

Application Procedure  (online application only)

Please click “Apply Now” to submit your application. Applicants shall provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

We are an equal opportunities employer. The review of applications will start from late-December 2025 and will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Stepping Stones Swimming, Various (East Lothian)

Delivery Days: Monday - Friday Hours Per Week: 15-20hrs Hourly Rate: £17.50 - £25.00 per hour 

Job description

Venue Lead - Swimming Teacher: East Lothian & Surrounding Areas Delivery Hours:

Stepping Stones is one of the premier private learn-to-swim providers in Scotland, renowned for our high-quality, low-ratio swimming lessons for children. We are seeking a dedicated Venue Lead - Swimming Teacher to join our team, someone who can lead by example and ensure the seamless delivery of our swim program. This role is designed for individuals who are not only passionate about teaching but also excel in coordination, communication, and leadership. Enjoy full employee status: Roles with Stepping Stones are employed positions, offering various benefits such as no requirement for self-assessment, allocated holiday allowance, and all payroll matters handled directly by Stepping Stones.

Role Overview:

As part of the Venue Lead - Swimming Teacher role, you will deliver high quality lessons, you will act as the eyes and ears on the ground, ensuring the day-to-day smooth operations of our swim lessons within our venues. This includes supporting newly qualified teachers, dealing with customer feedback, assessing class levels, and maintaining strong connections with facility staff such as facility mangers or club managers. Your role will be instrumental in linking the teaching staff and venue staff with the office and ensuring the high standards of Stepping Stones are met and exceeded.

Qualifications: * National Governing Body Swimming Teacher Certificate (Essential) SSTQ | UKCC | STA | ASA * 

Proven experience in a leadership role within a swim instruction environment. * NRASTC or NPLQ qualification required

Main Duties:

A commitment to deliver a minimum of 5 days per week with Stepping Stones Oversee the delivery and progression of swimmers within our program, ensuring the highest quality of instruction Support and mentor newly qualified teachers, providing guidance and feedback Manage customer feedback and ensure swift resolution of any issues Assess class levels and adjust lesson plans as needed for optimal learning outcomes Facilitate communication between the delivery team and office staff, ensuring smooth operations Maintain strong relationships with facility staff to ensure a positive environment for our swim lessons Attend monthly training days (Stepping Stones Head Office EH21 8RX).

Additional Requirement: Clean driving license & ability to travel to various Stepping Stones venues within region. 

Personal Qualities:

The ideal candidate for the Venue Lead - Swimming Teacher role is a leader at heart, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and guide our team of instructors. You should be approachable, knowledgeable, and have a keen eye for detail to ensure the quality and efficiency of our program. Your commitment to fun, engaging, and effective teaching will be crucial in maintaining the exceptional standard of Stepping Stones lessons. By stepping into the role of Venue Lead - Swimming Teacher, you will play a key part in shaping the future of swimming instruction at Stepping Stones.

Qualifications required

National Governing Body Swimming Teacher Certificate (Essential) SSTQ | UKCC | STA | ASA

Attractions - Assistant

Job Description

About the Trust 

We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause and want to make a difference for future generations. Could this be you?  

Along with our waterways we also manage museums, archives and the country's third largest collection of historic buildings, as well as the nature and wildlife that calls our canals home. All of this enables us to provide wellbeing opportunities for millions of people each year.

Based: Trevor Basin Visitor Centre, LL20 7TY.

Salary: £24,782 pro rata

Working Hours:  Annualised hours 1162 per year, Monday to Sunday.

Our World Heritage Site Visitor Centre is a thriving and historic visitor attraction in North Wales, close to Wrexham and Llangollen, and we want to ensure that all our visitors have a fantastic welcome and a memorable visit. We have exciting activities and events all year round and are looking to recruit people with a strong customer service focus, a welcoming approach, and the flexibility to work on our welcome desk, servicing customers in our on-site visitor centre, to ensure that every visitor has a memorable experience.

As an Attraction Assistant you will be working in the visitor centre offering a wonderful warm welcome to visitors from all over the world.  Your focus is to ensure that every visit is memorable. The role is incredibly diverse and will include welcoming tour groups, selling popular merchandise, assisting with events and activities, cleaning and restocking the visitor centre, engaging with boaters, and working very closely with volunteers.

There will be an element of administration in this role, you will be expected to assist the Visitor Services Manager with inputting invoices, generating stock and leaflet orders, social media posts and banking reconciliation. You will also assist in supervising a team of volunteers and take responsibility for site safety while on duty. 

Skills, knowledge & experience: 

If you care about ensuring a memorable visitor experience, we'd love to hear from you. You will be working 3 to 5 days a week over the summer months and 1 to 3 days during the winter months, this will include working weekends and bank holidays. Full training & uniforms will be provided.

Responsibilities of the role will include: 

• Provide a warm welcome and a positive customer experience.
• Selling retail items, credit card and cash handing, including cashing up.
• Promotion and assisting on the delivery of events and activities across the World Heritage Site.
• Flexible approach to the rota to work across departments involving welcome desk, retail and administration.
• Ensure retail stock is kept up to date, replaced, recorded, and help to prepare any stocktaking counts.
• Take a lead on creating and scheduling social media posts on Facebook and Instagram.
• Inputting of invoices and banking reconciliations onto the till system.
• Assist in supervising a team of volunteers.
• Take responsibility for site safety while on duty and act as a Safety Representative.

About you

If you'd love to work in a unique, fun and engaging busy visitor attraction with a pretty special iconic status, then this may be just the environment for you.

You'll understand how the role you play in every customer contact can really have an impact on their enjoyment of their visit to us - whether holiday, special event, educational day out or quick visit for with friends. You are able to work through the week, but understand that the weekends, bank holidays and school holiday periods are when you are most likely to work.

Skills & Experiences: 

• Relevant experience in a similar customer facing environment (e.g retail, hospitality), however...

Reference Number: AT104

Closing Date: 27th January 2026

Location: Centre AT7

Hours: 37.5 Hours

Rate of Pay: £26,110.50 FTE

CVLife are looking for a dynamic and energetic individual with knowledge and experience of the day-to-day operations and duties within a customer facing venue. You will be passionate about providing a high-quality visitor experience for all our customers and ready to work hard alongside our enthusiastic teams to help ensure the centre effectively operates every day.

What we are looking for:

• An amazing customer focused individual to join our dynamic team.
• Ability to deliver an exceptional, personable and professional customer service and to motivate others to deliver the same.
• Being visible, polite, approachable and self-motivated to ensure staff are achieving high standards.
• Assisting the Centre Manager with various duties and taking ownership and responsibility for certain tasks such as preparing staff rotas.
• An enthusiastic individual who has good people managing skills and has an organised mind.
• Has an understanding of key areas: staff training, sales and marketing, health & safety, financial performance and development of the team.
• Willingness to work towards and complete a NPLQ and first aid at work qualification.

The working pattern is based on a 3 week rota. Shifts will include early morning, lates and weekends however this can be discussed at interview stage. Candidates will be required to be available for interviews week commencing 2^nd February 2026.

Apply today and Join Our Team!

DBS Clearance will be required for the successful candidate. Please click on this link for further details:  https://cvlife.co.uk/dbs/ 

CV Life is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Reporting to: Centre Manager

Responsible For: Lifeguards, Recreation Attendants, Receptionists, Cleaners, Maintenance and Café/Bar Staff

Coventry Sports Foundation and Culture Coventry Trust are operating as CV Life, so that the scope of this Job Description as a CV Life document extends to cover the employment contracts held with either Coventry Sports Foundation or Culture Coventry Trust.

To work across CV Life sites ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Sports Centres’ facilities and activities, and to supervise all staff on duty.

• TTo be directly responsible for managing all aspects of the Centre whilst on duty.
• To arrange and supervise the staff ratios, responsibilities, and observations for all Centre staff whilst on duty.
• To work with the management team and other colleagues to programme and prepare centre activities, bookings and events.
• To assist with budgetary and financial control procedures, ensuring the safe practices of cash handling, safe keeping of Centre takings whilst on duty and the management of purchase orders.
• To ensure that all services are delivered with the highest standards of customer care, and to take a lead role to ensure that customer enquiries/complaints are dealt with effectively and efficiently.
• To be responsible for monitoring, counselling, supporting, advising, coaching and the development of staff.
• To ensure that the cleanliness and appearance of the Centre and the surrounding site is maintained to the required standard at all times.
• To be a Centre key holder, ensuring that the building is open and closed at the appropriate times, and to be on call should any emergency arise.
• To ensure that the building is secure at all times.
• To ensure adequate standards of Health and Safety for all people on site at all times, undertaking site inspections, liaising with staff and contractors to ensure that general maintenance and repairs are carried out as required.
• To respond to all emergency situations in accordance with the procedures detailed in the CV Life’s Health & Safety policy, being the appointed first aider while on duty.
• To be pro-actively involved in the organisation and development of new and existing promotional activities linked with the work of CV Life.
• To visit venues outside the Centre as required to promote the activi...

What we offer:

Job Title: Banqueting and Events Coordinator

Job Type: Full time, permanent (35 hours)Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 (dependent on experience)Benefits: Generous Pension scheme, Health care scheme, 31 days annual leave, professional development opportunities 

Nestled within 85 acres of stunning parkland on the outskirts of Dumfries, The Crichton is an iconic estate steeped in history and natural beauty, offering a unique setting for delivering a range of events. Our historic buildings and beautiful gardens provide a unique and inspiring backdrop. Joining our team means becoming part of a team of excellence, growing and delivering unforgettable experiences in the south of Scotland’s largest events venue.

The role

At the Crichton we specialise in creating unforgettable experiences for our customers. From small gatherings to large music events for up to 1300 people. We are a dynamic and passionate team dedicated to delivering excellence and exceeding customer expectations.

You will be responsible for end-to-end planning, organising and delivery of a range of events including vibrant music events, elegant weddings, and corporate gatherings in a fast-paced working environment.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please complete the application form on the website no later than 9th February 2026

Informal Enquiries:

To enquire about this position please contact Fiona Rands, Head of Venues: fiona.rands@crichton.co.uk – 01387 219074
The Crichton Trust on 01387 247544 or email: admin@crichton.co.uk

Slimbridge

Welcome Hosts help us create a great first impression. They’re on hand to provide a warm welcome and help visitors make the most of their day. Whether it’s pointing visitors in the right direction or letting them know what’s on today you will be encouraging our visitors to make the most of their visit to Slimbridge centre, and to understand our work to save wetlands for wildlife and people.

At WWT we believe that the best way for people to understand and connect to wetlands is to experience them, so we bring awe-inspiring nature up close and let it do the talking. At Slimbridge Wetland Centre visitors can explore unique wetland habitats and the amazing array of birds, mammals and amphibians that inhabit them. Our volunteers help to welcome and inspire visitors, and look after our unique habitats and heritage. Volunteers are an essential part of the WWT team. You'll get a warm welcome, including information on training, equipment and anything else you need. 

If you are interested in volunteering for WWT but don't wish to apply online, please email volunteering@wwt.org.uk or leave a message at 01453 891 231 with your name and number. 

Just to let you know, some of our roles are very popular. To help our teams and minimise disappointment for people kind enough to want to support us, we might take roles down before the closing date if we get a lot of applications. If you do miss a role, or are looking for something particular, you can sign up to opportunity alerts. 

This role will suit you if you:

• Are confident and pro-active in approaching people
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Enjoy being part of a friendly team
• Commitment to excellent customer service
• Have an interest in the natural environment
• Are happy using a computer/till
• Like working in a busy visitor environment

We are particularly looking for people that are available to help on Saturdays and Sundays. Please note, this role is not suitable for Under 18's.

We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.

Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.

Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?

• Feel good knowing you are helping to restore wetlands, and our world
• Be surrounded and inspired by like-minded wetland lovers
• Hear from the people who inject their energy, passion and expertise into wetlands and wildlife - talks, walks, webinars, tea and cake...
• Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
• Volunteer discount on shopping and memberships
• Access to webinars and practical information to help you manage daily life

Support Your

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity

PR & Communications Executive

Hybrid working: 3 days per week at HQ and 2 days per week at home

37.5 hours per week

£29,000 - £32,000 per annum

About us

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is an independent health care provider and is rated outstanding by the Care Quality Commissioned (CQC). We are responsible for delivering a pre-hospital emergency helicopter-led service across the Midlands Region – we proudly serve the diverse communities of Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire.

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity (MAAC) is the largest Air Ambulance Charity in England serving a population of nearly seven million over six counties. We are an establish healthcare provider with over three decades of experience. Our core organisational divisions include:

Emergency critical care service – Our three airbases play a pivotal role in delivering rapid critical prehospital emergency medical care, by ensuring that residents across the Midlands region have access to a network of air ambulance helicopters within 10 minutes. we provide a pre-hospital helicopter-led service, 24/7 operations, 365 days a year, to residents and visitors across the Midlands region, bringing hospital-level procedures and medicines to the patient at the scene of an accident or incident.

Charitable programme – we raise funds for our lifesaving service and play an active role within the communities of the six counties that we serve. We provide education programmes volunteering opportunities and social engagement activities to support with community cohesion and wellbeing.

Retail network – we have a growing portfolio of charity shops which contribute towards raising funds for helicopter and critical care car missions. We also support environmental and ethical causes as part of our wider societal role.

Training provider – we deliver community life skill sessions, such as CPR, bleed control, defibrillation usage alongside CPD accredited courses ranging from workplace first aid training to specialist pre-hospital clinical training.

The organisation is driven by a longstanding and deep-rooted ‘One Team’ ethos:

Vision - Saving Lives by Saving Time - Today, tomorrow, and in the future.

Mission - To provide patients with outstanding pre-hospital care and life saving intervention through the operation of helicopter-led emergency medical services.

Values - Receptive, Recognition, Relevant, Respectful and Responsible

About the role

As a key member of a dynamic Marketing & Communications team, this role will focus on brand guardianship and building awareness in support of the Charity’s lifesaving cause.

The main aim will be to strengthen the Charity's public profile and relevance by building strong relationships with media, high profile supporters and influencers as well as with the communities that the Charity serves.

The role will be responsible for developing and implementing effective PR and communications plans that:

• enhance brand reputation via the production of regular communications that have clear ‘calls to action’ e.g. encouraging donations, advocacy and participate in activity (e.g. events, campaigns)
• increase visibility via media coverage across a range of print, broadcast, and digital channels; developing integrated PR stories to facilities other content creation, third party outreach and social media.

You’ll be a great storyteller - considering both internal and external audiences – who has experience in creating engaging content across multiple platforms, with a real passion for communicating the stories of local people who have been supported by the Charity as well as those of our crew who work tirelessly to save lives.

This is an exciting and busy role in a successful and forward-thinking organisation. You will work closely with colleagues from the marcoms team and across the wider MAAC Group, including clinical, non-clinical, retail and training, whilst maximising the charity’s brand, profile and promotion.

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further information.

How to apply

Please download the attached application form or send a full up to date CV with covering letter to introduce yourself and highlighting key achievements and experience relevant to the role and send to recruitment@midlandsairambulance.com.

Job Description...

Group Director of External Affairs

Are you a strategic and creative leader ready to shape national conversations and amplify the voice of families raising disabled or seriously ill children?

• Salary:
• £94,000 - £100,000 per annum
• Contract:
• Permanent
• Hours:
• 35 hours per week
• Location:
• Hybrid
• Closing date:
• 02 February 2026
• Interview date(s):
• Initial interviews with Russam: 17th and 18th February 2026. Interviews with Family Fund: 4th, 5th and 6th March 2026.

The organisation

Family Fund is the UK’s largest charity supporting low-income families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people.

We help thousands of families every year with essential grants, services and practical support. But we do much more than that. We champion families’ voices, challenge inequality and help shape the conversation on disability, childhood illness and disadvantage.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to shape how Family Fund connects with people across the UK. As a newly created role, it offers real scope to define and develop the function, while playing a central role in strengthening the organisation’s voice and influence.

We are looking for a bold, creative Group Director of External Affairs to join our Senior Leadership Team. At a time when families need us more than ever, you will raise Family Fund’s national profile and influence, positioning the organisation as a trusted, evidence led voice on childhood disability, serious illness and the broader challenges facing low-income families. You will build and sustain strong relationships with policymakers, funders, and the public ensuring the organisation secures the visibility, support, and resources needed to drive lasting change for the families we serve.

You will lead an energetic, specialist team spanning communications, media, public affairs, partnerships and research, bringing these areas together through a joined up external engagement strategy that delivers real impact.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Lead our communications, media, public affairs, partnerships and research teams
• Raise Family Fund’s profile as a trusted national voice
• Build strong relationships with policymakers, media, funders and partners
• Help drive real change for families through influence and insight

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for an experienced leader who loves the power of communication, influence and connection.

Key attributes will include:

• Senior experience in external affairs, communications or public affairs
• A strong track record of influencing policy and engaging senior stakeholders
• Experience leading teams and working at senior level
• A warm, confident communication style and great relationship skills
• A real passion for Family Fund’s mission and social justice

This is an exciting, high impact role with the chance to make a genuine difference to families across the UK.

Candidate Briefing Pack

For comprehensive information about Family Fund, the role responsibilities and the person we are looking for, please download the Candidate Briefing Pack.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for this fantastic opportunity, please provide the following with your application:

• An up-to-date CV
• A supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, outlining your experience, motivations and suitability for the role.

All applications are being handled by our recruitment partner, Russam. All applications should be uploaded via the Russam website.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application or if you would like to have an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter – Managing Partner, Charities on: melissa.baxter@russam.co.uk | 07789 985 229

Closing date for applications: Monday 2nd February 2026.Initial interviews with Russam: 17th and 18th February 2026Interviews with Family Fund: 4th, 5th and 6th March 2026. Flexibility will be provided if needed – do let us know as soon as possible if you are unavailable on these dates.

We commit to inclusion, equality and diversity and we welcome applications from all parts of the community. Family Fund is a Disabi...

Box Office Manager

Sheffield DocFest

Sheffield

Salary: £30,000 per annum, pro rata

Sheffield DocFest is seeking a new Box Office Manager

Sheffield DocFest is seeking a new Box Office Manager

Sheffield DocFest is the UK’s leading documentary festival and one of the world’s most influential markets for documentary projects.

Sheffield DocFest champions and presents the full breadth of documentary form – film, television, immersive and art – in the vibrant city of Sheffield each June. We offer makers and audiences a place for inspiration, debate, development, learning and challenge. Our programming represents our core values – creativity, empathy, freedom, inclusivity and internationalism.

About the role 

The Box Office Manager is responsible for the planning and delivery of all aspects of the festival box office, ticketing system and front of house activities. This involves working with multiple internal departments and external venues to ensure excellent communications and processes, as well as the configuration of the festival ticketing environment in readiness for the festival programme launch.

Managing the Box Office team and wider temporary festival front of house team, this role will oversee excellent and efficient services to maximise sales and provide a seamless customer journey to public and industry visitors alike, both in advance of and during the festival, making sure operations run effectively and any issues that may arise are handled in a professional and timely manner. In addition this role must monitor and report on sales and ticket allocations with a view to adjusting allocations when necessary in order to maximise ticket availability and sales.

This is a part-time role for three days per week, offered on a fixed term contract from 23rd February to 18th June 2026.

Full details and apply

To download the Sheffield DocFest recruitment pack and the job description for this role, visit their website.

To apply, email your CV and cover letter as separate PDFs to: recruitment@sheffdocfest.com.

#LI-DNI

The closing date for this position is 23/01/2026 at 09:00

Pro Bono PR & Media Consultant (Part-Time)

Position Overview

SEED Madagascar is seeking a Pro Bono PR & Media Consultant to expand the organisation’s
international visibility and amplify awareness of the challenges and opportunities facing
communities in Madagascar. This role will focus on securing high-profile media coverage, cultivating
relationships with journalists, and identifying opportunities for SEED’s voice to be featured
internationally.

We are looking for an experienced PR professional with existing contacts and proven expertise in
media outreach who is motivated to use their skills to contribute to sustainable development and
conservation.

About the organisation

SEED Madagascar is a British Charity working in partnership with communities in the southeast of
Madagascar. We integrate high quality community health, sustainable livelihoods, education
infrastructure and conservation programmes to support long term, sustainable change and add to
international best practice through research and publication across all of our programmatic areas.

Location: Remote
Timeframe: Long-term, part-time, flexible (approx. 1–2 days per week)

Duties and responsibilities

●

Identify and secure opportunities for SEED’s work and stories to be featured in international
news outlets, podcasts, and other platforms.

●  Leverage existing media contacts and networks to build SEED’s global visibility.

●  Draft, edit, and pitch press releases, op-eds, and feature stories that communicate SEED’s

mission and impact.

●  Provide strategic advice to SEED’s Media & Communications team on positioning and PR best

practices.

●  Arrange interviews, guest articles, and media appearances for SEED staff and leadership.

●  Monitor and report on media coverage, highlighting reach and impact.

●  Support capacity building within SEED’s communications team, sharing knowledge and

contacts where relevant.

Person specification

Essential

●  Significant professional experience in PR, journalism, or media outreach.

●  Strong existing network of international media contacts, with proven success in placing

stories.

●  Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to pitch compelling

narratives.

●  Strategic mindset with the ability to advise and mentor less experienced team members.

●  Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work independently in a remote context.

●  Commitment to SEED’s ethos, values, and mission, with cultural sensitivity and respect.

Desirable

●  Experience working with NGOs, particularly in development, conservation, or humanitarian

fields.

●  Knowledge of Madagascar or wider global south contexts.

Application procedure

Interested applicants should send a CV and covering letter in English outlining how their skills and
experience match the requirements in the job description criteria to SEED Madagascar Director of
Programmes and Operations, Lisa Bass by email on lisa@seedmadagascar.org.

There will be an initial exercise, after which short-listed applicants will have an initial informal online
interview with Madagascar based staff followed by a formal interview.

Please note: AI generated cover letters and recruitment exercises will not be processed.

We value concise and focused applications. To help us review all submissions efficiently, please limit
your CV to a maximum of four pages. Unfortunately, longer CVs cannot be considered.

Application Deadline: Monday 2nd February 2026 at 23:59 GMT. Applications will be reviewed on
an ongoing basis throughout this period.

SEED Madagascar actively encourages equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and aims to
create a working environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation, and unlawful

discrimination, where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and
valued.

Careers

Brook regularly has vacancies for sessional doctors, nurses, counsellors, information reception workers and outreach workers, as well as for people to support the delivery of education and training in various locations across the UK.

We are 4 Day Week employer

Purpose of the role

To deliver a range of mental health and wellbeing 1-1 and group interventions to young people between the ages of 11-24 and provide support parents/carers and training for the professionals. To support the project by working flexibly to meet the needs of service users and contribute to the smooth running of the resilience program for young people.
Essential criteria

• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle.
• Able to travel across Central Bedfordshire.

To learn more about the role and person specification please read the attached 'role specification' which can be found on the application form.

About the role:

• Hours: Full-Time 37.5 Hours per week

(Upon completing your probationary period, you will be eligible to join the 4 Day Week program, which allows you to work 20% fewer hours without a decrease in salary)

• Contract: Fixed contract till 31/12/2026
• Location: Central Bedfordshire
• Salary: £24,570.00 Per Annum
• Closing date: 27/11/2026
• Application Tip:Ensure yoursupporting statementrefers to the person specification as this will assist in a successful sift through to the interview stage.
  

About Brook:

Brook is the UK’s leading sexual health and wellbeing charity. We are committed to changing attitudes, challenging prejudice and championing equality.

Our unique combination of clinical services and education programmes are designed to meet individual needs and instill positive behaviours that influence their whole lives. Our digital solutions help us reach even greater numbers of young people and professionals, and our expansion into all-age services ensures that whole communities can benefit from our inclusive, non-judgmental approach to sexual and reproductive health.

We are continuously listening to and learning from our service users and the communities we support. We amplify the voices of those who face barriers to access, ensuring that sexual health remains high on the political agenda and that law, policy and practice is aligned with what they need.

Benefits of working for Brook:

• 4 Day Week (Working 20% hours less without salary decrease)
• Annual leave – 28 days per annum, increasing up to 33 days plus 8 bank holidays
• Sick pay (from 3 up to 12 weeks fully paid)
• Flexible working
• Gratitude scheme
• Assisted purchase scheme
• Cycle to Work up to £1k
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Long service awards
• Maternity and paternity pay
• Pension scheme – Employee pension contributions matched by Brook up to 4% of qualifying earnings
• Training and development opportunities
• Coaching

Please note - this role requires the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Candidates must be able to provide paperwork demonstrating their right to work in the UK.

Please note: internal applicants with live sanctions will not be considered for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Due to the high number of applications for this post, it will not be possible to respond to every application. We will contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date if you have been shortlisted for the role. 

Thank you for your interest in working for Brook.
 

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Brook regularly has vacancies for sessional doctors, nurses, counsellors, information reception workers and outreach workers, as well as for people to support the delivery of education and training in various locations across the UK.

We are 4 Day Week employer

Purpose of the role

To deliver a range of dynamic and engaging education and wellbeing interventions to young people, adults and professionals on a wide range of topics including sexual health, reproductive health, relationships and wellbeing.

Essential criteria

• Based in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire
• Possession of UK driving licence & access to a car
• Minimum of 5 GCSE's
• Demonstrable experience of delivering education, training, health promotion and/or outreach
• Demonstrable experience working with young people/ or adults including vulnerable people or those at risk
• Demonstrable experience working with and understanding the issues affecting underrepresented groups including vulnerable young people/adults, Black African and other BAME populations, MSM and LGBTQ and people with learning difficulties and disabilities
• Good understanding of sexual and reproductive health, relationships and emotional well-being
• Good understanding of the law, guidance and safeguarding issues relating to reproductive and sexual health
• Understanding of the principles of equality and diversity and the ability to interact with others inclusively
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

To learn more about the role and person specification please read the attached 'role specification'.

About the role:

• Hours: Part-Time 22.5 Hours per week

(Upon completing your probationary period, you will be eligible to join the 4 Day Week program, which allows you to work 20% fewer hours without a decrease in salary)

• Contract: Fixed contract (end date: 31/03/2032)
• Location: Bristol
• Salary: £24,570 per annum pro rata
• Closing date: 30/01/2026
• Application Tip:Ensure yoursupporting statementrefers to the person specification as this will assist in a successful sift through to the interview stage.
  

About Brook:

Brook is the UK’s leading sexual health and wellbeing charity. We are committed to changing attitudes, challenging prejudice and championing equality.

Our unique combination of clinical services and education programmes are designed to meet individual needs and instill positive behaviours that influence their whole lives. Our digital solutions help us reach even greater numbers of young people and professionals, and our expansion into all-age services ensures that whole communities can benefit from our inclusive, non-judgmental approach to sexual and reproductive health.

We are continuously listening to and learning from our service users and the communities we support. We amplify the voices of those who face barriers to access, ensuring that sexual health remains high on the political agenda and that law, policy and practice is aligned with what they need.

Benefits of working for Brook:

• 4 Day Week (Working 20% hours less without salary decrease)
• Annual leave – 28 days per annum, increasing up to 33 days plus 8 bank holidays
• Sick pay (from 3 up to 12 weeks fully paid)
• Flexible working
• Gratitude scheme
• Assisted purchase scheme
• Cycle to Work up to £1k
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Long service awards
• Maternity and paternity pay
• Pension scheme – Employee pension contributions matched by Brook up to 4% of qualifying earnings
• Training and development opportunities
• Coaching

Please note - this role requires the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Candidates must be able to provide paperwork demonstrating their right to work in the UK.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications.

Due to the high number of applications for this post, it will not be possible to respond to every application. We will contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date if you have been shortlisted for the role. 

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