Due to an exciting phase of growth we are recruiting a Marketing, Communications and Events Executive to help build and develop a supporter and beneficiary centric strategy aligned with our charitable objectives and target audiences. You will bring to life our brand , purpose and ambition through the delivery of our proposition, services and user experience. 

Reporting to the CEO of Red Sky Foundation your specific duties will include: 
● Deliver high quality and effective marketing, communications and events activity which builds the Red Sky Foundation brand to help meet targets in income generation from fundraising donations and participant activities, audience growth on socials and PR activity.
● Help to manage a full events schedule, including planning, promoting pre and post event and ensuring the smooth running of all activities. This will include venue management, managing budgets, supplier management. 
● Develop and implement a marketing strategy across digital, social and offline platforms to help increase income generation, brand visibility, supporter and participant acquisition and media coverage.
● Develop marketing campaigns and communications that drive audience and income growth at the charity.
● Oversee the development and implementation of effective communication strategies to raise the profile of the Foundation, promote the impact we make and maintain strong relationships with supporters, corporate sponsors and the general public using PR skills and copy writing.
● Production of marketing materials and resources in off and online versions to support activities.
● Build, manage and maintain a database of supporters and stakeholders and keep them up to date with charity activity and upcoming events through an email marketing system.
● Manage our website and produce a range of digital content to use across various channels.
● Recruit and manage volunteers.
● Actively source, seek out, explore and develop new opportunities for revenue, develop new ideas, including events, and fundraising activities.
● Develop and manage relationships with key media outlets, journalists, ambassadors and influencers to secure regular media coverage and digital engagement for Red Sky Foundation.
● Attend networking events and maintaining and building key relationships in the city and wider North East to raise awareness and further the Foundation’s reach.
● Evaluate effectiveness of the marketing, communications and fundraising strategy and plans, monitoring and report on progress and impact, in order to continuously improve our approach to marketing and communications.
● Build and maintain relationships with external suppliers.
● Play a key role within the charity in an ambassadorial role for Red Sky Foundation.

 
What we’re looking for:
This is a very varied role which involves a wide range of duties so being organised and able to help coordinate multiple projects is key to our success. We’re looking for someone with plenty of initiative, who is a strong team player  and able to work autonomously juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
 
You will bring creativity, energy, and passion to this role, with responsibility for delivering and utilising high-quality marketing resources and events that will bring our vital work to life in an inspiring way to help grow awareness about Red Sky Foundation and increase income.
 
You must have excellent relationship management and communication skills and be professional, reliable, with a willingness to work flexibly outside of office hours for key events such as large scale fundraising events.
 
Due to the size of our team it’s essential to be focused, organised and have an acute attention to detail with a keen eye to always look for ways we can continuously improve thinking both logically and creatively. 
 
Experience in working in a charity is desirable but not essential, experience with evidence of working in a fast paced marketing, communications and events role is required. You should also be skilled across various platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. 
 
Up-to-date knowledge of fundraising best practices and regulation, including GDPR.

How to apply:
Please email your CV and covering letter to info@redskyfoundation.com