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PR and Policy Officer

  • Full time
  • £25,000
  • We have adopted a hybrid work model that supports a blend of in-office and remote working. We’re flexibly based at Girlguiding Scotland HQ, 16 Coates Crescent, Edinburgh EH3 7AH.
  • Closing 25th July 2022


  • Advertised from 8th July 2022
  • 35 hours per week)

Role

This is a really exciting time to join Girlguiding Scotland. With 45,000 young members we are the largest charity for girls and young women in Scotland. Girlguiding Scotland has been around for over 100 years and we have much to be proud of in that rich and vibrant history, but we know that to remain exciting and relevant to young people we must continually evolve.

The overall purpose of the PR and Policy Officer role is:

  • To lead on the delivery of Girlguiding Scotland’s external communications strategy
  • To co-ordinate all of our national and local PR media, proactively sourcing relevant opportunities
  • To support in the delivery of the advocacy and public affairs strategy
  • To commission and project manage Girlguiding Scotland publications and marketing materials as required
  • To work with Girlguiding HQ teams on national campaigns, crisis communications and advocacy work to ensure a joined up approach

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and passionate about what guiding can offer girls and young women. You will need to be articulate, diplomatic, with the ability to build good relationships quickly with a wide range of people.

You will need to be able to work under your own initiative as well as effectively managing your time and meeting deadlines. You will be proactive and will seek to learn from other staff and volunteer teams as required.

While Girlguiding’s young members may be women only, our staff team is mixed gender. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to inclusivity.

Application notes

For more information and to apply please visit our website

Closing date midnight on Monday 25 July.