Children in Scotland is currently seeking an experienced Communications Officer to join our collaborative and driven
Communications & Marketing Team.
Children in Scotland has numerous functions that support the children’s sector in Scotland - from membership services
and events, to policy and participation activities, as well as delivering a number of services (Enquire, Reach,
Resolve, My Rights, My Say). The Communications Officer will play an important role in raising awareness of both
the organisation, and the key issues facing the sector – through content marketing activity and media
engagement, and as Editor of our Insight member publication.
We are looking for a great team player who enjoys the process of collaboration to achieve creative and engaging
communications. They will take a highly organised and proactive approach to their responsibilities, and have a
close eye for detail.
We would love to hear from candidates with experience of editing and producing publications, and a strong
understanding of digital communications. A background in journalism, or a content creation role with a similar
emphasis on writing and editing skills is preferred.
The successful candidate will be ready to hit the ground running, but will be offered an excellent induction and
support through the first few months. Our commitment to staff wellbeing is reflected in our flexible and hybrid
working policies, our organisational wellbeing working group, regular line manager one-to-ones, and quarterly
in-person all-staff away days. They will join a brilliant group of supportive staff who are passionate about
making a difference to children’s lives and work hard to achieve this.
Please read our full job description for a complete outline of the responsibilities and criteria for this role. This
can be found in the recruitment pack on our website.
About Children in Scotland
Giving all children in Scotland an equal chance to flourish is at the heart of everything we do.
By bringing together a network of people working with and for children, alongside children and young people
themselves, we offer a broad, balanced and independent voice. We create solutions, provide support and develop
positive change across all areas affecting children in Scotland. We do this by listening, gathering evidence,
and applying and sharing our learning, while always working to uphold children’s rights.
Our range of knowledge and expertise means we can provide trusted support on issues as diverse as the people we work
with and the varied lives of children and families in Scotland.
Diversity
Children in Scotland values the contribution of all our staff, whatever their background. Our recruitment decisions
are based on fair, open processes, with appointment on merit. We welcome applications from everyone.
Further information
For an informal chat about the job, please contact Julie Thomson, Communications and Marketing Manager by email on
jthomson@childreninscotland.org.uk