Communications and Marketing Officer in Preston

The EFL in the Community (EFLitC) is looking for a dynamic and creative Communications and Marketing Officer to work in the wider EFL/EFLitC Communications Team. The role is a fixed-term maternity cover until April 2027 and is based in Preston, with at least 3 days in the office and up to 2 days working from home.

JOB PURPOSE

• Support and implement communications and marketing delivery requirements, reporting and relationship support for EFL in the Community’s funded programmes and other communications requirements/projects when required.
• Support Club charity leads in delivering the programme marketing and communication objectives and support the EFL Communications Team to deliver on the department goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Input into the development of the EFL in the Community funded programmes communications plan.
• Support the recruitment campaigns for the funded programmes, including producing content and adverts to deadline.
• Support the delivery of the action plan for charity communications and marketing leads engagement, acting as a key point of contact to advise leads.
• Support stakeholder relationships between partners and charities.
• Evaluate and record all marketing and communications activity as well as supporting the submission of reports/commentaries based on agreed timelines.
• Attend meetings and events when required and be a positive representative for EFL in the Community both internally and externally.
• Undertake any other duties as required by the line manager to support other EFL campaigns, events and internal or external activity.
• Work with the Senior Communications and Marketing Manager and the Communications team researcher to collate required programme impact stories.
• Support the Senior Communications and Marketing Manager with EFL in the Community and communications administration activities and other tasks as driven by the goals and operational objectives of the department.
• Ensure Safeguarding is at the forefront of everything you do to promote a safe environment for the organisation, Clubs, Football Club charities and Partners.
• Contribute to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion as part of the culture of the organisation.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING

• A further or higher education qualification in marketing, communications or similar.
• Knowledge of working in a copy writing/campaign or have project management marketing and communications experience.
• Understanding of issues faced by our target audience, including fuel poverty, digital exclusion and the impact of the rising cost of living.
• Able to work on multiple projects at once and prioritise outputs.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation, including writing case studies.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Excellent attention to detail and planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work to instruction and also to innovate and bring new ideas to the table.
• Excellent communication skills including written, telephone and interpersonal skills.
• Basic filming and video editing skills.
• Working competency in social media activation and reporting.

ATTRIBUTES

• Able to work under pressure and to strict deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work on initiative.
• Passionate about people and have a genuine respect for views, talents and expertise of others.
• Ability to innovate and inspire with a willingness to take calculated risks and challenge the norm.
• Committed to continuous improvement, strive to deliver the best possible outcomes.
• Lead by example by contributing to promoting the principles of the EFL:

• Everybody Working Together – We are one team supporting each other and collaborating on our shared goals.
• Fairness & Equality – Being consistent and inclusive for everyone - showing respect.
• Listening & Learning – Communicating with trust and honesty - growing as individuals and enabling others to do so too.
• Changing Lives – We support the communities and Clubs we serve.

SAFEGUARDING

The EFL is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and requires all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups.

Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions and cautions.