Events Marketing and Communications Officer (Job Ref: 835-306)

£44,000 per annum | Permanent|35 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9am-5pm) | Location: London SW1P Closing Date 30 January 2026|Interview Date 9 February 2026

Events Marketing and Communications Officer Job Description

Rewards and Benefits Summary 2026

About the role

Do you want your professional skills to make a genuine difference in a mission led organisation?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Events, Marketing and Communications Officer to join the Education Department of the Diocese of Westminster.

The postholder will support the planning, promotion and delivery of professional development events and conferences, and will play a key role in delivering the department’s communications, marketing and social media activity. The role also includes supporting general departmental administration and clerking committees when required.

This role is ideal for an organised, proactive individual with experience in events, marketing or communications who is committed to supporting the mission and values of the Diocese.

Key responsibilities

Event management

• Plan, coordinate and deliver the annual CPD and training programme

• Liaise with venues, speakers and schools to ensure the smooth delivery of events

• Manage on-site logistics and budgets for events and conferences

Marketing and communications

• Oversee departmental communications, including social media, newsletters and brochures

• Provide advice and guidance to schools on marketing and communications

• Monitor engagement data to inform future strategy

Financial and administrative oversight

• Manage payments, reconciliations and financial reporting for events

• Work with the Executive Assistant & Governance Officer to support members of the department’s Senior Team, including administrative functions, procedures, newsletters, publicity and announcements

• Provide clerking support to committees when required

About you

You will have excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. You will be a collaborative team player, able to build positive working relationships, while also demonstrating initiative and the ability to work independently.

You will be adaptable, resilient and solution-focused, with the confidence to make informed decisions under pressure and respond positively to change.

Who we are

We are the Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster, a faith-driven charity rooted in service, tradition, and community.

At the core of our mission is a commitment to faith, education, and social justice. Guided by Cardinal Vincent Nichols, we serve over 90,000 students across 208 schools, support 212 vibrant parishes, and drive countless social initiatives that bring hope and compassion to those in need. Our work extends beyond the Church walls, positively shaping communities and transforming lives.

We uphold the values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love—principles that define our mission and shape the way we serve. As we grow our team, we seek individuals who not only possess the skills for the role but also embody these values in their daily work.

If you are looking for a role where your talents, faith, and commitment to service can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Diversity & Inclusion at the Diocese of Westminster and place it at the heart of our aim which is to reflect and connect with the diverse communities that we serve.

What we offer you

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:

✔23 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

✔Vouchers for free eye tests and £50 towards the cost of glasses

✔Reward Gateway scheme offering discounts on a wide range of products and services

✔Pension scheme for eligible employees – 5% paid by the employer

✔Salary exchange (salary sacrifice) for pension

✔Cycle to work scheme

✔Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

✔Employee Assistance Programme

✔Life assurance/ Death in Service benefit

Our values

Catholic social teaching underpins all that we do, rooted in the values of love, truth, justice and freedom. We are person-centred, placing human dignity at the heart of our work, and committed to serving our parishes, agencies and schools with compassion and integrity.

Our core values are Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance and Love, which guide how we work with and support one another.