Team: Marketing Manager Salary: £40,216-Band6 JobLocation: Hybridhomeworking/DASite/Offsite Working Hours: Fulltime-35hoursperweek Contract: Permanent DisabilityAction is a disabled peoples organisation, led by and for disabledpeople.Wearecommittedtoadvancingtherights,inclusion, and equality of disabled people across Northern Ireland. The Marketing Manager will lead DisabilityActions campaigning, advocacy, marketing, and events activity helping to influence government,raiseawarenessofdisabledpeoplesrights,andgrow our profile as a leading voice for change.As the organisations communications lead, the postholder will be a key public-facing representative and play a central role in strengthening our voice, visibility, and brand recognition across all channels. Alongside this, the postholder will lead Disability Actions campaigning, advocacy, marketing, and events activity to influence government, raise awareness of disabled peoples rights, and strengthen our profile as a leading voice for change. The role also includes oversight of our information and advice services, ensuring disabled people and their families can access accurate, accessible support. Insights from these services will be used to inform campaigns and policy influencing, ensuring grassroots experience shapes our priorities. The responsibilities of the Marketing Manager will include: Campaigns&Advocacy LeadDisabilityActionscampaigningandinfluencingagenda, ensuring alignment with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD). Design and deliver impactful campaigns addressing key issuessuchaspoverty,transport,housing,andaccessto services. Influencepolicyanddecision-makingacrosstheNIExecutive, Assembly Committees, local councils, and UK Government. Mobilisedisabledpeopleandmemberorganisationsto participate in campaigns and advocacy work. Buildstrategicallianceswithpartnersandstakeholdersto strengthen collective advocacy efforts. Monitorandevaluatecampaignperformance,usingevidence- based insights to inform future activity. Marketing & Communications Developandwriteacomprehensivecommunicationsand marketing strategy to raise the visibility and influence of Disability Action. Leadtheimplementationofthestrategyacrossallplatforms, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and values. Manage all digital channels (website, social media, newsletters) to maximise audience reach and engagement. ProtectandpromoteDisabilityActionsbrand,ensuringall communicationsareinclusive,accessible,andconsistent. Createcompellingmarketingandcommunicationscontent, including case studies, reports, and press releases, that highlights lived experience. Serveastheprimarypresscontactandensurethatthevoices of disabled people are central to media coverage. Events Lead the planning and delivery of a diverse programme of events including conferences, policy forums, launches, stakeholderbriefings,andcommunityengagementactivities. Ensure all events are accessible, inclusive, and reflect Disability Actions ethos and values. Manageeventbudgets,logistics,andsupplierrelationships efficiently and effectively. Evaluateeventoutcomestomeasureengagementandimpact and apply learning to future planning. Information & Advice Services Oversee DisabilityActions information and advice services, ensuringtheyarehigh-quality,accessible,andrights-based. Supportthedevelopmentofadviceresources,guides, and onlinecontenttailoredtotheneedsofdisabledpeopleand their families. Use insights and trends from advice services to inform campaigns,policysubmissions,andadvocacypriorities. Provide leadership and guidance to staff delivering advice services, promoting best practice and consistency Stakeholder Engagement & Representation Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, journalists, funders, and sector allies across Northern Ireland and beyond. RepresentDisabilityActiononexternalworkinggroups, forums, and coalitions. Embedco-productionandlivedexperienceinallareasof marketing, campaigns, and events. Leadership & Management Leadandsupportamultidisciplinaryteamacrosscampaigns, marketing, events, and advice services. Manageperformance,staffdevelopment,andteamwellbeing to ensure a high-performing and inclusive culture. Setclearobjectives,monitorprogress,andprovideregular feedback and guidance. Overseebudgetsandresourceseffectively,aligningactivity with organisational priorities. Contribute to strategic planning and report regularly to senior leadership and the Board on impact and outcomes. Qualifications A degree or professional qualification in marketing, communications,publicrelations,politics,socialpolicy,ora related field; or at least 2 years equivalent experience demonstrating ability to meet the requirements of the role. Essential At least 2 years proven experience in designing and deliveringsuccessfulcampaignsthatledtomeasurable change. Minimum 2 years experience in marketing and communications,includingdigitalstrategy,mediarelations, and brand management. Demonstrableexperienceplanninganddeliveringevents such as conferences, campaign launches, or community engagement activities. Experience of managing or contributing to high-quality information and advice services, with a focus on accessibility and accuracy. Provenabilitytowriteclear,engagingcontentforarangeof audiences and platforms, including reports, press releases, and digital channels. Atleast2yearsexperienceofmanagingstafforcontractors, with evidence of leadership and team development. Experiencemanagingbudgetsandresourceseffectively. Strongorganisationalskillswiththeabilitytomanage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines Adherencetodataprotectionregulations,suchasGDPR, and strict confidentiality protocols Professionalisminhandlingsensitiveandconfidential information Collaborativeteamplayerwiththeabilitytobuildpositive working relationships Desirable Criteria Knowledgeofdisabilityrights,UNCRPD,andthepolicycontext in Northern Ireland. Experienceofco-producingcampaignsoreventswithdisabled people. EstablishednetworkswithstakeholdersinNorthernIreland, including government, media, and civil society. Experience of line management of a team of two or more staff. What we can offer you: HybridWorking DeathinServicepackage Cashplan InhouseCounsellingservices TrainingandDevelopmentopportunities EnhancedMaternitypackages Commitmenttodiversity,inclusion,andemployeewellbeing 27dayspaidholidaysperyearand11bankholidays (Based on a full time role) Opportunities for growth in business development, project implementation, training and development and personal development plans Additional Information DisabilityActionisanequalopportunitiesemployercommittedto providing opportunities for all. We offer salary packages that are reflective of experience and aligned with industry standards, alongsideasupportiveenvironmentthatencouragesprofessional growth.As a progressive charity, we provide our employees with opportunities to develop their skills and gain experience across a wide range of areas in a secure and thriving workplace. We are a Responsible Body for Access NI. A disclosure check will be undertaken; however, a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining this role.