Public Relations Representative – East London

ROLE: Public Relations Representative – East London (& surrounding areas)

BENEFITS

Salary: £28,000 - £31,000 per annum (Pro rata)

Hours of duty: 40 hours per week

Responsible to: Regional PR Manager

Location: London Office

Annual leave: 28 days per year + 2 days for Eid (Pro Rata)

THE ORGANISATION

Established in 2001, Ummah Welfare Trust is a UK-based international relief and development charity. Inspired by the Islamic teachings of empathy, generosity and selflessness, the trust aims to alleviate poverty and suffering across the world, and also ensuring that the rights of those who are neglected and oppressed are fulfilled by providing sustainable development solutions relating to shelter, education, health, and spiritual wellbeing.

Knowing that we are all ultimately accountable to the Almighty, the charity strives to maintain transparency and accountability, and as such the charity also has a full and transparent audit trail from the donor to the beneficiary.

To find out more about the organisation please visit our website on:

THE ROLE

Ummah Welfare Trust requires an enthusiastic, hardworking and reliable PR Rep for East London (& surrounding areas) that is fully supportive of the charity's aims.

The successful candidate will support the East London (& surrounding areas) to raise awareness about UWT, it's campaigns and events within the local community by developing and maintaining good relations with local masaajid, makaatib, community organisations, businesses, donors and the general community. They will also help to fundraise for increase income/donations for the trust. The PR Rep will also help the team to maintain the London PR office.

Main Duties

• To develop and maintain relationships with Muslim community institutions, organisations and community groups (including masjids);
• To organise and participate in masjids collections for Ramadan and throughout the year;
• To distribute appeal leaflets and display posters at masjids, community venues, businesses and events;
• To initiate and plan PR and fundraising events with the support of the regional fundraising team;
• To set up and supervise UWT stalls at events and exhibitions;
• To assist the PR team in fundraising administrative duties;
• To recruit, develop and support local volunteers;
• To work closely with and help coordinate the fundraising team and volunteers during fundraising events or programmes;
• To represent the charity at relevant events, presentations and meetings including public speaking;
• To maintain a close working relationship with the South England Regional PR Manager, providing regular updates and feedback within the time and format requested (i.e. verbal, written etc.); and
• To carry out any other duties as required that are proportionate to the role and nature of work.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

• Educated to A' Level or NVQ Level 3 standard or equivalent (Desirable)
• Classically trained in Islamic Studies or demonstrable equivalent (Desirable)

Experience

• Work at pace, under time pressures particularly during busy periods such as Ramadhan and Eid Al Adha (Essential)
• Experience of public speaking (Essential)

Skills/Abilities

• Able to work well in a team at pace whilst maintaining attention to detail (Essential)
• Excellent time management and communication skills (Essential)
• Ability to plan and organise their own work and that of others (Essential)
• Ability to lead and motivate team of volunteers (Essential)

Knowledge and understanding

• Knowledge of Urdu or Arabic (Desirable)

Other

• Personal conduct and delivery of work should comply with the values and culture of Ummah Welfare Trust (Essential)
• The ability to occasionally adapt working hours to meet the requirements of the organisation (Essential)
• Hold a valid UK driving license and have full access to your own car (Essential)
• Residing in London (Desirable)

HOW TO APPLY

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

To apply for this role, please send your CV and Covering Letter to the email provided.

Please ensure that you address how you satisfy each of the criteria in the person specification in your covering letter.

The closing date for applications is 1st January, 2026, although the position may close sooner if the right candidate is found.

For more information or discussion about the role please contact:

Please note: applications from recruitment agencies are not welcome.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£31,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension

Work Location: In person