Location |
2.8km | , UK
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Salary |
Annual
£63,000
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Contract | Full-time |
Industry | Non-Profit Organisation |
Hours | 35 - 35 Hours |
The British Red Cross help anyone, anywhere in the UK and around the world, to get the support they need if crisis strikes; now more than ever our movement is helping to connect human kindness with human crisis.
This is a pivotal and exciting external communications role, responsible for driving the British Red Cross' voice in the UK media.
About this opportunity
You will oversee a busy News function, which publicly responds to the major crisis of our time.
From health inequalities, migration and displacement to disasters and climate change, the Head of News will ensure that the British Red Cross remains highly visible on its core strategic causes.
You will be a key advisor to senior stakeholders and act as the eyes and ears of the organisation, leading the News team to spot opportunities, respond with speed and confidence to breaking news and expertly handle risk, whilst also delivering longer term, proactive campaigns.
Amongst your key responsibilities will be:
What we are looking for
We are looking for a communications leader with: