Strengthen the voice, influence and impact of thousands of people affected by spinal cord injury We are looking for a dynamic individual to take on a pivotal leadership role at a transformative moment in our journey. Over the past four years, our communications and campaigns team has grown in reach, impact and ambition. With a strong media presence, a network of influential ambassadors and a fully implemented CRM system, we've built a powerful platform for change. Our outgoing Head of Communications and Campaigns has played a vital role in this success and now we are ready to take the next step. As we move toward our Strategy 2030, we are evolving. The Campaigns team has matured into a distinct force and we are now creating the foundations for a separate Public Affairs function. This transition opens up an exciting opportunity for a new Head of Communications to lead a focused, high-performing team and shape the voice of the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) for the future. We represent a diverse community of over 21,000 members, but we know that more than 100,000 people across the UK are living with spinal cord injury. We want to reach them all. Communications will be central to how we equitably mobilise our members, engage our partners and overcome barriers of poverty, geography and services. To help deliver our promise: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury. If you're a strategic thinker, a compelling communicator and a collaborative leader ready to make a lasting impact - we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
* Lead a focused, high-performing team and shape the voice of the Spinal Injuries Association for the future.
* Advance communications and campaigns to support Strategy 2030 and the development of a separate Public Affairs function.
* Leverage a strong media presence, a network of influential ambassadors, and a CRM system to mobilise members and engage partners.
* Ensure communications contribute to overcoming barriers of poverty, geography and services and promote an equitable mobilisations of members.
Qualifications
* Strategic thinker; a compelling communicator; and a collaborative leader with a track record of delivering impact.
Benefits
* Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service (pro-rated for part time employees)
* Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution)
* Access to Group life assurance scheme
* Access to Healthcare cash plan
* Access to discounted gym membership
* Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP)
* Employee volunteer days
* Free car parking at Milton Keynes, Head Office
* Investing in our people - all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development.
The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture. We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status. Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview.
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