JOB DESCRIPTION. Job Title: Global Communication Manager. Job ref: FC1810. Departmental Structure and Position of the Role: Reports to:

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1 Job Title: Global Communication Manager Job ref: FC1810 Reports to: Responsible for: Location: Salary: Staff Benefits: Hours: Conditions: Head of Communication N/A Central London with some international travel 47,808 per annum 25 days annual leave, contributory pension, life assurance 35 hours a week, 9am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday Permanent Closing date: 2 July 2018 Departmental Structure and Position of the Role: Head of Communicatio n Senior Media Office Social Media Manager Digital Engagement Manager Global Communicatio n Manager Media Officer Content Officer Campaign coordinator (p/t) Digital Officer Brooke Job description 1

2 Purpose of role: This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of promoting Brooke s evidence-led approach in line with our Theory of Change. By identifying and collating technical facts, case studies and data from a variety of global projects, you will develop a compelling narrative that illustrates the value and relevance of working equine welfare to international humanitarian issues. Working with the Head of Communications you will develop audience-led communication plans to drive forward Brooke s professional visibility and thoughtleadership programme among our target audiences in development sector. Key tasks and responsibilities: Act as key liaison with international colleagues to source information on activities relating to our key work strands. Draw together technical data from a variety of projects to demonstrate the value and relevance of working equine welfare to humanitarian issues, particularly livelihood strategies, food and water security and complex settings where animal and human welfare is severely compromised, particularly brick kilns. Work with our Senior Media Officer Identify media opportunities to promote progress with our global projects and their relevance to development issues. Work closely with our Global External Affairs team to horizon scan and produce related content that summarises and makes accessible our technical policy activities. Support the Head of Communications in the implementation of our public engagement and other relevant communication plans. Quickly grasp complex issues in order to provide clear, concise and thought-provoking material including articles, briefings, social content and opinion pieces. Manage third party suppliers including designers, animators, illustrators and printers. Brooke Job description 2

3 End to end management and promotion of small to medium-sized events Manage the production of high quality content for academic and development conferences, in collaboration with our International Research, External Affairs and Global Animal Health and welfare teams Work closely with our performance and evaluation team to expand our library of project case studies that best illustrate our development-led approach and sustainable outcomes within our theory of change Develop briefing documents enabling colleagues to deliver key message and strengthen Brooke s position on key issues. General Follow the Brooke s equal opportunities statement which aims to clarify the value we place on diversity and steps we take to promote equality of opportunity for all. Perform such additional tasks as may reasonably be requested from time to time by the Line Manager. Person Specification The skills, abilities, experience and knowledge outlined below provide a summary of what is required to carry out this job effectively. They also form the selection criteria on which the decision on who to appoint will be made. Please ensure that you show how you meet the criteria outlined below in your application. Knowledge and experience Essentia l Desirabl e 1 Planning and delivery of thought leadership and other forms of communication to influence and shape opinion. Experience of PR and communications to 2 engage stakeholders in the international development sector Brooke Job description 3

4 3 Good understanding of human livelihood issues in the southern hemisphere and how they relate to Sustainable Development Goals 4 Demonstrable experience of multiple stakeholder management 5 Experience of translating complex topics into powerful stories, messages and visuals using engaging language and data visualisation 6 Excellent writing and presentation skills 7 Astute and investigative intellect 8 9 Qualification or working experience in journalism Understanding of and interest in the One Welfare concept 10 Extensive experience in content publishing across multiple channels Brooke Competencies Self-Management Skills & Abilities Taking responsibility for own actions, behaviours and outcomes Learning Relationship Building Planning and Organising Taking responsibility for own learning and fostering growth and development in others Creating and maintaining harmonious and constructive working relationships with others internally and/or externally Ensuring that time and resources are utilised to best effect for the achievement of the Brooke s goals and our mission and that others are committed to agreed courses of action Brooke Job description 4

5 Effective Decision Making Making clear, informed and timely decisions that lead to effective outcomes in line with the Brooke s mission. Change and Improvement Collaboration and Cooperation Seeking out and developing new ideas and approaches, responding positively and constructively to change and fostering a culture of continuous improvement Working respectfully, effectively and collaboratively with others in your team, across the organisation and externally to deliver effective outcomes Communication & Influence Communicating clearly, concisely and compellingly in a manner that is appropriate to the audience. Engaging respectfully with others both internally and/or externally to persuade them to adopt courses of action that are in the best interests of the organisation and the animals. This job description is a written statement of the key aspects of the above job. This document details the main responsibilities, tasks and includes a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. A job description is not intended to be an exhaustive account of all aspects of the duties involved Employee benefits: If you would like to know more about our employee benefits, please visit: If you wish to get in touch with us, please contact HR at recruit@thebrooke.org Brooke Job description 5