Communications Officer (Food for Life Scotland)

LocationEdinburgh with hybrid working (with occasional travel across Scotland and to Bristol)

SetupHybrid

LevelEntry

Posted2w ago

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

The Soil Association is hiring a part-time Communications Officer (Food for Life Scotland) in Edinburgh with a hybrid work schedule, paying £30,500 to £32,000 per annum, to help strengthen the Food for Life Scotland programme’s profile and engagement.

Role: Communications Officer (Food for Life Scotland)
Organization: The Soil Association
Location: Edinburgh with hybrid working (with occasional travel across Scotland and to Bristol)
Work setup: Hybrid
Level: Entry
Compensation: £30,500 to £32,000 per annum
Category: Communications & Marketing

The role

The Communications Officer will help strengthen and extend the profile, reach and engagement of the Food for Life Scotland programme with stakeholders, funders, partners and the wider public, through compelling storytelling, content creation, media relations, digital communications, stakeholder engagement and integrated campaign delivery.

What you'll do

Deliver integrated communications for an important cause
Support the Food for Life Scotland team's strategic objectives and communications objectives delivery
Help strengthen and extend the profile, reach and engagement of the Food for Life Scotland programme
Work with a committed team who are passionate about good food
Engage with stakeholders, funders, partners and the wider public
Create compelling storytelling and content

What it takes

Positive and collaborative
Highly motivated and organised
Experience in media relations
Experience in digital communications
Empathy with the aims and objectives of the Soil Association
Experience with Canva and LinkedIn

What you'll bring

Strong copywriting and editing skillsExperience with Canva and LinkedInExcellent attention to detailEmpathy with the aims and objectives of the Soil AssociationExperience in media relationsExperience in digital communications

How we treat you

27 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time), Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contribution increasing with length of service, Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce, Volunteer days to give back to the local community or support green initiatives, Family friendly policies and flexible working, Cycle to work scheme, Sociable and engaging workplace of professionals that share a passion for healthy, sustainable lifestyle and produce

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Edinburgh with a hybrid work schedule, with occasional travel across Scotland and to Bristol.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is £30,500 to £32,000 per annum.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include positive and collaborative attitude, highly motivated and organised, experience in media relations, experience in digital communications, empathy with the aims and objectives of the Soil Association, and experience with Canva and LinkedIn.

How do I apply?

Click ‘apply now’ to submit your application form. Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Is the job remote?

The job is not fully remote; it is a hybrid work schedule with occasional travel across Scotland and to Bristol.

How to apply

Apply directly on The Soil Association's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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