Digital Officer

Contract: Permanent, full-time
Salary: up to £29,000 dependent on experience
Location: Flexible - home working in the UK with good transport links to major cities
Closing date: 16th January 2022

Our ocean is beautiful, and it’s also under threat. The plight of the ocean and its neglected potential for climate recovery is a story we need to tell to our audiences and stakeholders so they understand how vital it is to change its future. Are you a creative Digital Officer who has the talent and passion for copywriting that will drive our profile and reach?

We are determined to create the actions that will make change happen for the future of our oceans and as our Digital Officer you’ll play a key part in the continuation of our vital work. You’ll be talking directly to our supporters and members, and writing compelling copy for targeted marketing campaigns - campaigns which inspire and engage, and drive people-powered actions.

You’ll support our Digital Lead in web and CRM projects, and support data-driven analysis of our communication reach and impact - getting the jump on emerging trends across social media.
If you’ve worked for an agency, or a campaigning organisation and are enthused about inspiring people to take action in fighting for the future of our ocean, we want to hear from you.

Copywriting: Show a track-record of interpreting a brief with speed and accuracy across a variety of digital platforms. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and with an ear for a great story. Asks the right questions to develop a brief from non-comms colleagues.

Technical expertise: In-depth knowledge of social media platforms. Comfortable testing and scheduling campaigns for single, recurring and triggered automated campaigns. Experienced in using analytical tools across different social platforms and can use the results to inform future campaign success. Image-editing using Adobe Creative Suite/Photoshop/InDesign.

Delivery & our Values: Able to manage a range of projects and demands to some super tight timescales, and working with our team to solve problems together. Takes a people-centric approach, supports others and enjoys working with a team of passionate advocates for our ocean and environment. We are looking for people who demonstrate our values, but who also contribute their own perspectives and experiences to add to our knowledge and our culture.

What we need to see

Your CV - it would really help us if you removed all your personal information prior to sending your CV to us. Keep your contact information in your email, but not on the documents that we’ll use for shortlisting.

A motivation statement- tell us how your experience meets the role requirements by referring closely to both the job description and the person specification. Include examples of your work or experiences which show how you will meet the job criteria and person specification and what skills you bring which would make you successful in the role.

Your motivation statement should also let us know what inspired you to apply for this role with us - tell us what it is about our work that attracted you to the organisation and the position.

We find that stronger applications have this statement - to give yourself the best opportunity for this role, please ensure you include it. No need to write pages, one side of A4 would be perfect, two would be more than enough so try to limit yourself.

We understand that the application process can be difficult if you have a condition or disability that you live with. We want to make it as easy as possible for you to shine during your application process, so please let us know what we can do to accommodate you.

Selection process

If you’re invited to an interview, you may be requested to prepare a task in advance, or take part in a group activity as part of the assessment process -we’ll let you have all the details in the invitation to interview. We will also invite you to talk to us about any reasonable adjustments which would support you in fully taking part in the interview process.

The legal bit

If you’re successful, all offers of employment are conditional, subject to the following:
- we are not licensed to issue work permits so candidates are required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK and will be required to present original documents if invited for interview. Information on what you’ll need to show will be provided as part of the invitation to attend an interview but you can read more on the Home Office UK Border Agency
- receipt of two references which are satisfactory to MCS
- your driving licence and insurance, if using a vehicle is an integral part of your role

Our Commitment

Everyone can expect to be treated with consideration and respect and MCS is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all. Good working relationships release the full potential, creativity and productivity of everyone, in an atmosphere where everyone can learn and work without prejudice, discrimination, harassment or violence.

We are committed to developing a team which is reflective of our society, and which can offer insight and views that influence our work. We are particularly interested in applications from groups which are under-represented in marine, environmental and charity sectors. If you would like to speak to us please call the HR team.

Registered Charity No: 1004005 (England and Wales) SC037480 (Scotland)