Head of Communications- The United Reformed Church

The United Reformed Church - Head of Communications

Who are The United Reformed Church?

Who is the United Reformed Church? We are a family of Christians, worshipping in the name of Jesus in about 1500 local churches from Orkney to Cornwall.
- 'Reformed' means that we delight in the Bible, we do not fear change, and we try to run our churches in ways that take everyone's insight and contribution seriously.
- 'United' is an important part of our story. We started when English Presbyterians merged with English and Welsh Congregationalists in 1972. Churches of Christ joined in 1981 and Scottish Congregationalists in 2000. We still work as closely as we can with Christians of all traditions and styles.
- And we are one 'Church'. We aim to grow through supporting one another and taking decisions together.

How does the Head of Communications contribute to The United Reformed Church?

The Head of Communications acts an 'expert' voice for communications.

You will have responsibility for internal and external communications including media and website, URC publications, the design and production of promotional and educational materials, Reform magazine and many ad hoc projects and events that support the work of the Church both centrally and at the local level.

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a management role, managing a team, a budget and communications. Preferably with time spent working for a not for profit organisation.

Previous experience managing and delivering on communication projects to budgets, targets and outcomes in necessary, in addition to evidence of line management experience, people management and leadership skills.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, with the ability to multi-task, a strong leader and confident speaking with high-level individuals, whilst maintaining your own position firmly and courteously. You will be joining a diverse, hard-working, collaborative team.

You will be a Practicing Christian and a member of the United Reformed Church, you will also have the willingness to travel occasionally within the UK, and to be on call out of hours.

The appointed candidate will be qualified to degree level or equivalent in a related subject. They will have at least 3 years' experience working in the field of marketing and communications and for a charity of comparable scope and complexity.

How do you apply?

If you feel you have the skills, experience, drive and enthusiasm to join United Reform Church we would like to hear from you as soon as possible.
Please submit your CV to hannah.whittington@harrishill.co.uk , to avoid disappointment please get in touch before Monday 16th July 2018.

Please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.