Media Adviser

The aim of Samaritans’ awarding-winning media guidelines work is to support the media industry, and others across the suicide prevention sector, in approaching the topic of suicide responsibly.

We’re looking for someone to join our team who can demonstrate good working knowledge of the media industry, working in an advisory capacity and demonstrable experience in communications and engagement.

As Media Adviser you’ll lead on our work with local suicide prevention partners to support them in communicating on issues relating to suicide and self-harm, including press and pr and responding to local issues and opportunities.

You’ll need excellent skills in collaborating with others to engage and influence outcomes, along with experience of producing reports and interpreting data to recommend change.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in our campaign to reduce suicides in the UK.

Samaritans is one of the UK and Ireland’s best known and respected charities. If you want to make a real difference to people’s lives - this could be the role for you
- Permanent contract
- Full time, (35 hours per week) with flexible working practices
- £33,850 per annum
- Hybrid working - This role is ‘linked’ to our central office (Ewell), with the choice to work from the office or from home to meet your needs.

Full outline in the Job description
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**Employee Benefits**

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Samaritans invests in our People’s wellbeing through the provision of a range of benefits including;
- Flexible working and family-friendly policies,
- A structured induction and ongoing training and development.
- 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays each year, rising to 33 days over 5 years of service.
- Matched Pension contributions of up to 5%.
- A health Cash plan to cover the cost of medical and alternative health treatments.
- Complimentary subscriptions to Headspace and Perk Box for expert meditation, fitness programmes and shopping discounts.

Samaritans recognises the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. We are wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You’ll be asked to upload your CV and a cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the job specification.