MARKETING OFFICER – FIXED TERM UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2029 Birmingham City Football Club Foundation - Transforming the city through the power of football Join us at an exciting time of growth and transformation as Birmingham City FC continues to make waves on the world stage. The Foundation harnesses the power of football and sport to improve the lives of tens of thousands of people in Birmingham, helping our community grow alongside the football club. We are proud to be “ more than football .” Are you passionate about working in partnership to drive change and make a difference to the City of Birmingham? The Birmingham City FC Foundation is seeking a driven and adaptable marketing officer who has experience of working with a variety of media to showcase successes and promote opportunities. The role The Marketing Officer is responsible for two key areas of delivery, splitting their time equally between supporting the PR and Marketing Manager to deliver key campaigns for the Foundation, and leading on the marketing services for the flagship sustainability project, Blues Go Green. From working across all departments to support on promoting campaigns and overseeing website updates, to being the point of contact for our partner organisations for Blues Go Green, this job will provide an insight into all areas of marketing within the football industry. Birmingham City FC Foundation has won a 4 year National Lottery funded project entitled ‘Blues Go Green’. ‘Blues Go Green’ will engage the collective footprint of Birmingham City FC and the Foundation, working with partners to reduce climate emissions and increase environmental justice through solution driven change. The Team Birmingham City FC Foundation is growing. The Foundation team are passionate about working together to make change happen. As part of the Marketing team, you will work closely you’re your Foundation colleagues to show case the Foundations successes and promote opportunities for the local communities to engage. In addition, you will work closely with the ‘Blue Go Green’ team in promoting and raising awareness of the project and how to get involved. Liaising with Birmingham City Football Club, the Official Supporters Group (OSC) and the The Person As a strong influencer and team player, you will be delivering an exciting marketing interventions that that will leave a legacy for years to come. You must have a project management mindset and experience with excellent communication and stakeholder management. You will be able to demonstrate not only the results of successful projects. You will be an ambassador not only for the Foundation but also for Birmingham City FC with strategic partners and groups throughout the West Midlands. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate marketing campaigns they have led or been involved in. have experience of successful partnership work and a clear aptitude for building strong positive relationships. Experience of working with various IT and media platforms including project management software, Excel to a high standard and CRM software. You are known for your professionalism, influence, flexibility and positive attitude. The Foundation What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to make a real impact and be part of our exciting future Employee Assistance Programme Health Care Plan Death in service plan (after 12 months of service) Staff discounts including opportunity for match day tickets Onsite parking Staff uniform The interview process will involve a competency-based interview with a panel and a presentation. If you have any specific requirements or need adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. Code of Conduct Birmingham City F.C Foundation expects the highest standards of integrity and conduct in all matters concerning the Foundation and its employees. All employees are expected to always act wholeheartedly in the interests of the Foundation. Any conduct detrimental to its interests or its relations with its customers, suppliers, the public or damaging to its public image shall be a breach of Foundation rules and policies. Discriminatory, offensive, and violent behaviour are unacceptable, and any complaints or concerns will be dealt with and acted upon. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment We are passionate about and committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. All applicants will be asked to provide details of any previous convictions, cautions, and reprimands, as outlined in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references. We are committed to and has both a moral and legal obligation to ensure that all children and vulnerable adults are protected and kept safe from harm whilst engaged in services organised and provided by the Foundation and believes that the general wellbeing, welfare and safety of all children and vulnerable adults engaged in activities is of the upmost importance. The Foundation will fulfil its responsibilities by ensuring it displays best practice in safeguarding matters – including Safer Recruitment - carried out in a spirit of partnership and openness with the child or vulnerable adult, families, and the relevant local authority. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Birmingham City F.C. Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We will consider applications based solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, nationality, ethnic or national origins, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstance. We are committed to ensuring that equality, inclusion, and diversity of opportunity is at the very heart of everything we do to ensure we provide fair and non-prejudicial access to the services across the Foundation. We uphold everyone’s freedom of rights and choice to be different and aim to provide opportunities for everyone to succeed. It is the policy of the Foundation that no person, whether, job applicant, employee, casual, volunteer, or participant, shall be discriminated against. The Foundation opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination, either direct or indirect, or harassment, on the grounds of the following ‘protected characteristics’: Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marriage & civil Partnership, Pregnancy & Maternity, Race, Religion or Belief, Sex and Sexual Orientation. Anyone who is found to be in breach of this could receive disciplinary action, which may well include suspension and dismissal. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, particularly those from underrepresented groups - women, individuals from Black and Minority Ethnicities, the LGBT community and anyone with a disability. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.