Head of Campaigns and Communications, HIRING WIZARD

Head of Campaigns and Communications – The UnionDo you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.Location: NW1Salary: £89,139 p.a. (including London Allowance)Hours: 35 per weekContract: Permanent, Full TimeClosing Date: 10 September at 10 amAbout The UnionThe Union represents over 120,000 academics, lecturers, trainers, instructors, researchers, managers, administrators, computer staff, librarians and postgraduates in universities, colleges, prisons, adult education and training organisations across the UK. We also have members in the private sector, for example in private training agencies and language schools, as well as members working on a freelance basis. Students training to teach in post-school education also belong to The Union.The RoleThe Union is looking for an exceptional and inspiring individual to lead its Campaigns and Communications Department. As a member of The Union’s Senior Management Team, and reporting to its General Secretary, you will be responsible for the delivery of the strategic and operational aims of the Department and lead its team of staff, including line-managing the Head of Campaigns and Head of Communications.Key ResponsibilitiesLeading and overseeing day-to-day operations of the Campaigns and Communications DepartmentDeveloping and managing The Union’s campaigns and communications strategiesOverseeing The Union’s public work, in consultation with the General Secretary and Head of Equality & PolicyMedia promotion of the General Secretary and senior officers, including arranging appearances, interviews and articlesResponsibility for the efficient and effective media relations and news information serviceDeveloping and maintaining relationships with appropriate media outlets and political contacts in Westminster and beyondYouEducated to degree level or equivalent experienceExperience/understanding of working for a Trade Union or similar not-for-profit organisationExperience of managing teams of staffKnowledge and experience of membership communications and campaign organisationStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levelsAbility and willingness to attend work outside of normal working hoursBenefitsGenerous holiday entitlement of 35 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, and 8 closure days with a pro-rata entitlement for part time staffDisability leave arrangementsSpecial leave arrangementsA range of family friendly policies and procedures with enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave schemesEmployee Assistance Programme with 24-hour confidential counsellingAccess to Physiotherapy Advice Line serviceHealthcare AssessmentUniversities Superannuation Scheme (USS) with employee and employer contributionsChildcare supportInterest free season ticket loansEyesight test support for DSE useTraining and development supportAccess to over 300 eLearning modulesApplication ProcessThe Union is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.Please apply using the application form; CVs will not be considered. Completed application forms must be received by 10am on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.We especially welcome applications from women and Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented at this grade in The Union. If this is you and you're interested, please join an online briefing about the role and working at The Union on 4 September, at 12 pm to 1 pm. Deadline to notify us is 12 noon on 3 September.Closing date for applications: 10 September at 10 am. xpwpeyx Interview date: 2 October.To apply for this exciting Head of Campaigns and Communications opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.#J-18808-Ljbffr