Communications & Events Officer - Charity

The Event Academy • Full-time • Remote (United Kingdom) • £16 - £20 / hour • 1w ago

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Communications & Events Officer
Location: Remote
Salary: £16-£20 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: 6 hours per week (with potential to increase)
Contract: Permanent, subject to probation

The Opportunity
A membership-based charity is seeking a Communications & Events Officer to support its communications strategy, member engagement activities and professional development programme. This varied remote role combines social media management, content creation, event coordination and digital communications.

Key Responsibilities

Create, schedule and manage content across multiple social media platforms
Design engaging marketing and communications materials using Canva
Support online community management and member engagement activities
Coordinate and promote virtual and in-person events, workshops and professional development sessions
Manage event registrations, attendee communications and enquiries
Update website content and maintain event information pages
Produce internal and external newsletters
Monitor engagement metrics and provide insights to inform communications activity
Ensure communications remain accessible, inclusive and aligned with brand guidelines

Key Requirements

Experience managing organisational social media accounts and content calendars
Strong copywriting, editing and communication skills
Confidence creating digital marketing materials using Canva
Previous experience coordinating events, workshops or learning programmes
Experience updating website content and using digital platforms
Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working independently and collaborating with a remote team
Commitment to inclusive, accessible communications

Desirable

Experience within the charity, community or membership sector
Knowledge of social media analytics and campaign management
Experience creating and editing short-form video content
Familiarity with website CMS platforms, online event management systems and community platforms
Experience moderating online communities
Understanding of accessibility best practice in digital communications

Ideal For
A highly organised communications professional who enjoys creating engaging content, managing events and supporting community engagement within a purpose-driven organisation.