Title: Communications & brand Awareness Lead

Team: Communication

Level: Volt UK Board

Location: UK, Remote

Commitment: Volunteer

What does the position entail?

The Communications Lead is responsible for developing and executing Volt’s communication strategies across multiple platforms. This role involves managing relationships with key media outlets, overseeing internal communication channels, and ensuring cohesive messaging across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comms strategy for all of Volt UK's communications, including Website, Regular comms, eg newsletter, Social media

• Lead on implementing the comms strategy and managing Volt Uk volunteers as relevant

• Work with the community, campaign, technology and policy teams to curate relevant information to be communicated externally 

• Manage all communications from key media outlets and other interested organizations, ensuring consistency in messaging.

• Serve as the liaison officer for Volt UK, fostering relationships with partners and stakeholders

• Liaise with Volt Europa to ensure all external communications are aligned with Volt’s values and policies.

Brand Awareness & Advertising

• Develop Volt’s brand identity and visibility

• Create and implement a budgeted plan for branding and advertising.

• Create and implement a budgeted plan for branding and advertising.

• Work across all teams to consider how best to implement advertising campaigns

Organisational

• Work as part of the Volt UK core team and participate in discussions and meetings as required

Key Deliverables

• Prepare a communications strategy and action plan

• Prepare a key affiliate networking strategy and action plan

• Deliver regular comms in accordance with the strategy and as required to media outlets

• Create an advertising strategy and plan

• Identify budget and resource requirements

• Provide regular reports to the Volt UK Board on planned activities, successes, failures, problems, opportunities, threats, budgets, resourcing, etc

Role Requirements

• Strong experience in media relations, public relations, or communications.

• Proven ability to develop and execute effective communication strategies.

• Excellent writing, editing, and public speaking skills.

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.

• Strong interpersonal and networking skills

• Experience with communications management and digital platforms.

• Strong commitment to Volt’s mission, messaging and political engagement.

Desirable Traits

• Exceptional organizational skills that allow you to manage multiple tasks and deadlines seamlessly.

• A proactive and results-oriented mindset, thriving in dynamic environments.

• A flair for creative thinking that leads to innovative and engaging content ideas.

• A keen eye for detail, ensuring all communication materials reflect the highest standards.

• Flexibility to adapt strategies and approaches in response to evolving audience needs.

How to Apply:

Please send a CV (2 pages max) and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re interested in the role and how you meet the role requirements to [email protected]

Thank you!