We are looking for a proactive self-starter to sit within a high-performing team working to raise awareness of
SSAFA’s support in Scotland to those in the Armed Forces Community who need it most.
With the ultimate objective being to grow SSAFA’s Scottish presence, profile, and identity, the role is responsible
for all regional marcomms activation in the region. The post holder will work to deliver the central
Fundraising, Marketing & Communications strategy.
This role reports into the Head of Communications, with close alignment with the Fundraising Development Manager to
identify areas of greatest impact, cut through, and increased presence across the full marcomms mix: from
delivering integrated awareness campaigns, or gaining media cut through for fundraising events, through to
finding and elevating stories relevant for our target audiences and Call to Actions (CTA).
With a heavy focus on media and PR activity, key to the role is building strong relationships and contacts with
relevant regional stakeholders: media, employees, volunteers, and case study beneficiaries.
You will be responsible for managing regional marketing campaigns in Scotland and promoting SSAFA’s fundraising
initiatives and Services that it offers.
About the team
The Communications team is a small but dynamic group of individuals with strong skillsets across Public Relations,
Storytelling (case studies) and Internal Communications. The team is a mix of ex-forces and civilians, and they
are always sharing knowledge and expertise with each other.
You will work closely across all directorates within SSAFA, with a focus in Scotland, to garner information and
create compelling marcomms campaigns and activities to raise awareness of SSAFA’s work.
About you
A highly motivated and creative communicator with a proven track record of delivering impactful PR and marketing
campaigns. A natural storyteller with strong media instincts, able to secure high-profile coverage and elevate
brand presence. A confident relationship builder, skilled at engaging stakeholders across the region, from media
contacts to volunteers and case study beneficiaries. Able to work independently while staying closely aligned
with teams across fundraising and communications, you will be proactive and have the ability to manage multiple
projects.
About SSAFA
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing practical, emotional, and financial support to our Forces and
their families since 1885. SSAFA, is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of
need; last year our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 53,000 people in need, including
veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.
SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. We are here for that person and their family – any time they
need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us.
Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA
SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity
within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and
believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity
workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds,
perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and
sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that
could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we
serve.