Communication
and Campaigns Officer
BIAZA
Salary: Up to £27,000 depending on
experience
Location: Home based with regular travel
to London
The British
and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) is the professional
association for good zoos and aquariums. We drive excellence
in animal welfare, conservation, education and research,
demonstrate the value of zoos and aquariums to society and use our
collective expertise to influence policy and champion positive
behaviours.
We have an
exciting new vacancy for a Communications and Campaigns Officer to join
our small, dedicated team and support us in developing
and delivering on our strategic goals.
The
Role
The Communications
and Campaigns Officer will work primarily with the
Communications and Public Affairs Manager and the Chief Executive to
develop and implement our new communications strategy. You will play a key
role in raising the profile of BIAZA, promoting the work
of our members and contributing to public affairs
campaigns.
Key
Responsibilities
- Work with the Communications and
Public Affairs Manager and the BIAZA CEO to deliver on BIAZA’s
aims and objectives in communications and public affairs
- Developing and delivering a
range of digital online communications, including mailings, letters and BIAZA’s
newsletter.
- Developing video and film for
BIAZA.
- Developing high quality
briefing materials for a range of audiences including political and media
briefings.
- Supporting and where
appropriate deputising for the Communications and Public Affairs Manager
and CEO in meetings.
- Working with colleagues in
BIAZA committees and working groups including organising task
forces and developing ideas.
- Developing communications
reports which track changes in BIAZA’s audiences.
Essential
skills:
- Excellent spoken and
written English
- Excellent interpersonal
and communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to
communicate in a confident and engaging manner at all levels
- Experience in writing clear and
compelling copy in a range of formats, catering to different
audiences and with different messaging
- Knowledge and experience of
effective communications including digital tools, monitoring and
mailings
- Experience in videography and
social media management
- Experience in
delivering and evaluating campaigns for a variety of
audiences
- Strong attention to detail
including proofing skills
- Be able to work to tight
deadlines and prioritise effectively
Desirable:
- Experience in research and
distilling complex ideas into clear messages
- Graphic and design skills
- Strong organisational skills
and experience in organising stakeholder events
- Knowledge of and enthusiasm for
politics, political procedure and influencing policy
- Enthusiasm and commitment to
conservation, as demonstrated by career path, voluntary work or outside
interests
This role
will be mainly home based, however, regular travel to London for team, and
other, meetings will be required. There will also be a requirement
to visit members and attend seminars, conferences and networking
events around the UK and Ireland. These may occur in
the evenings or at weekends.
This is a
full-time, permanent role contracted for 37.5 hours per week. We provide
flexible working opportunities, which can be discussed at
interview. The salary for this role is up to £27,000 depending
on experience. We also offer 25 days annual leave plus bank
holidays.
BIAZA is
committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud
to be an equal opportunities employer. We positively encourage
applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of
age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion
or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity.
To apply
please send a CV and supporting statement detailing how you meet the
criteria and your interest in working for BIAZA to admin@biaza.org.uk
Closing
date 16th January 2022
Interviews
will be held by MS Teams in the week commencing
31st January
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