Prospectus is delighted to be partnering with a charity that owns and runs a network of schools and academies in England and Wales. The organisation continues to be at the forefront of education for girls, providing transformational bursary awards to help even more girls learn without limits, now and into the future.
To support their next phase of development, the organisation is recruiting for an experienced
Head of Communications
to help achieve their aim of ‘reaching as many girls as possible’ by communicating key messages, promoting the benefits of their education, and articulating the core values that drive their growing family of schools. Role Overview
The Head of Communications is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Director of Marketing & Engagement. The role is responsible for leading the central communications team and working collaboratively with marketing and communications teams based in each of their schools. Responsibilities include: Developing and leading the communications strategy for the organisation and their 25 schools. Managing reputation with all stakeholders. Developing the brand voice and core messaging hierarchy, ensuring their narrative is consistent and compelling across all channels. Leading all issues and crisis communication activities. Overseeing communications from the CEO and Trust Office based departments. Leading external communications across media and owned communication channels. Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will bring significant experience in a leadership position within a fast-paced and high-profile communications team. You will have: Extensive understanding of strategic communications campaigns, news agendas, and digital communications, including measuring effectiveness. Demonstrated effective leadership skills having managed a communications function in previous roles. Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders and providing guidance to senior leaders. Strong experience managing crisis communications. A passion for the mission. Application Process
To apply, please submit your CV and a two-page supporting statement, preferably in Microsoft Word/PDF format. The statement should outline your motivation for joining the organisation and why you feel you would be a good fit for this role. You should also demonstrate your experience and skill set with examples relating to the Person Specification in the Job Pack. If you have any further questions or would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Steven Fraser from Prospectus. As a specialist Recruitment Practice, Prospectus is committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invests in your journey as a candidate and is committed to supporting you in your application.
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Head of Communications
to help achieve their aim of ‘reaching as many girls as possible’ by communicating key messages, promoting the benefits of their education, and articulating the core values that drive their growing family of schools. Role Overview
The Head of Communications is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Director of Marketing & Engagement. The role is responsible for leading the central communications team and working collaboratively with marketing and communications teams based in each of their schools. Responsibilities include: Developing and leading the communications strategy for the organisation and their 25 schools. Managing reputation with all stakeholders. Developing the brand voice and core messaging hierarchy, ensuring their narrative is consistent and compelling across all channels. Leading all issues and crisis communication activities. Overseeing communications from the CEO and Trust Office based departments. Leading external communications across media and owned communication channels. Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will bring significant experience in a leadership position within a fast-paced and high-profile communications team. You will have: Extensive understanding of strategic communications campaigns, news agendas, and digital communications, including measuring effectiveness. Demonstrated effective leadership skills having managed a communications function in previous roles. Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders and providing guidance to senior leaders. Strong experience managing crisis communications. A passion for the mission. Application Process
To apply, please submit your CV and a two-page supporting statement, preferably in Microsoft Word/PDF format. The statement should outline your motivation for joining the organisation and why you feel you would be a good fit for this role. You should also demonstrate your experience and skill set with examples relating to the Person Specification in the Job Pack. If you have any further questions or would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Steven Fraser from Prospectus. As a specialist Recruitment Practice, Prospectus is committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invests in your journey as a candidate and is committed to supporting you in your application.
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