Contract: 9-month full-time contract, with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent
Salary: £37,626 per annum
Location: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the London office, 3 days remote
Start Date: ASAP
About the OpportunityA leading national charity is seeking a proactive Stories and Content Officer to take the lead in coordinating impactful content across teams. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a new, strategic role focused on managing content planning and delivery, rather than individual case study writing. The successful candidate will champion storytelling that highlights the charity's mission, driving engagement and strengthening brand voice across multiple channels.
Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of high-quality content, including stories, photography, and video, ensuring consistency with brand and tone.
Manage content across teams by liaising with internal colleagues, freelancers, and external suppliers to maintain an effective content pipeline.
Commission, brief, and manage freelance photographers, writers, and videographers to produce compelling, on-brand content.
Edit and proofread content from various contributors, maintaining high standards of clarity, tone, and accuracy.
Support the development of integrated content strategies across web, social media, and print channels.
Track deadlines, deliverables, and content performance, ensuring timely and impactful communications.
Contribute to major publications, such as annual reports, by coordinating contributions from different teams and external writers.
Essential Skills and Experience (Dealbreakers)Candidates must demonstrate:
Proven ability to coordinate content across multiple teams or departments, maintaining strategic oversight of the content calendar.
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences and platforms.
Solid understanding of photography, videography, and other multimedia content types, including experience briefing and managing creative professionals.
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Deep knowledge of brand consistency and tone of voice, ensuring cohesive storytelling across all communications.
Commitment to working in a mission-led environment, with an interest in long-term opportunities rather than short-term contracts.
Desirable SkillsExperience with content management systems, email marketing platforms, or CRM tools.
Previous work in the charity or voluntary sector.
Familiarity with animation or visual storytelling.