Senior Media & Communications Officer

Drinkaware is the UK’s leading alcohol charity with a vision of ‘Working together to reduce alcohol harm across the UK’. We use our expertise to give government, industry, communities and individuals the knowledge and support to make informed decisions about alcohol and how to reduce the harm it can cause. We deliver public-facing campaigns and digital services, information and guidance, evidence-led advice to governments and industry, and independent research, consumer insight and evaluation.

About the role

The role plays a key role in developing and delivering our media & communication strategy both internal and external, supporting the Head of Media & Communications. The role is key in ensuring that the public, partners, stakeholders and our people are informed and engaged with the work of Drinkaware.

About you

You will have a track record of working within a similar role. You will have experience in working in a press office, devising and delivering stories and coverage. As part of our highly skilled, passionate and creative Media & Communications team, you will help to plan, implement and evaluate Drinkaware’s media and communications activities to drive positive coverage and comment about the charity across the UK. You'll enjoy the challenge of using your experience to raise Drinkaware’s profile.

Working with us: 

Our Drinkaware staff team is friendly, professional and inclusive. We care about what we do and how we work together and bring our values to life. Drinkaware invests in staff development through regular one to one meetings, a generous individual training budget, teatime tutorials and staff awaydays, and an annual learning and wellbeing grant. Drinkaware’s current benefits include: 

• Competitive salaries  

• 30 days leave (plus Bank Holidays)  

• Bupa Healthcare Plan 

• Matched company pension scheme  

• Life assurance cover  

• Company sick pay  

• Training and development opportunities 

• Learning & wellbeing grant 

• Employee assistance programme  

• Season ticket loan 

• Perks and discount platform  

Hybrid Working Model 

At Drinkaware we currently operate a hybrid model with colleagues working a minimum of two days per week in our Moorgate office and the remainder remotely. 

To apply  

Please submit your CV along with a brief supporting statement of no more than 500 words, telling us why you want to work with us, what you bring to the role, and how you meet the skill and capability criteria listed in the job description. 

For further information please refer to the job description and our applicant privacy policy and read more about Drinkaware on our website.  

Drinkaware reserves the right to assess candidates as they apply and arrange interviews ahead of the published closing date, so early application is recommended. Interviews may be carried out on Teams or in person at our Moorgate offices.     

Closing date: Monday 27 September 2024

Drinkaware is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community.