About Us
My Life is a mental health charity based in Suffolk, initially established in 2016 as Student Life. The charity is a proud Ban The Box employer.
You’ll play a vital role in bringing our groundbreaking work to life: through digital content, social media, website updates, and more. From engaging with our community online to collaborating with our Graphic Designer on eye-catching materials, you’ll help share our story in a way that is purposeful and exciting.
This flexible role is ideal for someone looking to add to existing commitments. It could also suit a student or graduate with relevant knowledge, looking to gain further experience for their portfolio.
We will also consider a freelance agreement, but with the expectation that the successful candidate is able to commit to regular in-person attendance at our Ipswich office.
Responsibilities
- Create a forward-thinking communications strategy that aligns with our organisational goals.
- Support the management of social media accounts by creating engaging content and monitoring interactions.
- Produce exciting updates in the form of a regular newsletters to distribute to prisons, stakeholders and funders.
- Coordinate internal communications to ensure consistent messaging across the project.
- Keep an eye on industry trends and competitor activities to shape communication strategies.
- Work with the fundraising team to help organise and promote events, including quiz nights, parties, and community engagement programmes.
- Maintain media contact lists and assist in building relationships with journalists and people with influence in our industry.
About You
We’re looking for someone who’s creative, collaborative, and confident telling powerful stories. You don’t need to know everything about us before you join – we’ll give you the information and tools you need to understand our project – but you should be open-minded, proactive, and genuinely passionate about the work we do and the people we support.
The ideal person has:
- Previous experience in communications and/or marketing (essential).
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system (advantageous but not essential).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with an excellent eye for detail.
- Excellent initiative to improve our online presence and bring creative ideas to life.
- Familiarity with social media platforms including LinkedIn and Instagram.
- Proficiency with Canva and Squarespace are essential, other platforms are a bonus.
- An ability to work collaboratively within a team while also being self-motivated when working remotely.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Own vehicle (desirable).
What We Provide
- A supportive, welcoming, and open team who genuinely care about each other.
- Initiatives that support your wellbeing: from an employee assistance programme, a monthly financial contribution to wellbeing activities, and regular social events, to casual dress, snacks and coffee!
- Flexible hours, designed to work for both of us. Many of our team have family commitments, and we ensure they don't need to compromise on those to also have a career.
- A company laptop (if employed - if freelance you will be expected to have your own equipment) and media equipment.
- Opportunities to get involved with how the project is shaped and developed.
We are proud to be a 'Ban the Box' employer and encourage applications from those with lived experience of the criminal justice system. If you fulfil the criteria listed above, we will guarantee you an interview on this basis.
To apply:
Please submit a CV, with a covering letter outlining why you want to work for us, and howyou meet the criteria listed. You can apply via Indeed, or directly by emailing [email protected].
Whilst we welcome the appropriate use of AI as a tool within the workplace, we really want to hear your genuine voice in your application. This is your opportunity to show us your personality, motivations, communication style, and what makes you a great fit for the role. Therefore, we ask that cover letters are written in your own words and authentically reflect your thoughts and experiences.
Applications where the cover letter appears to have been primarily generated by AI may not be progressed. Please note that applications submitted without a cover letter will also not be shortlisted, as we are equally as interested in your personality and writing skills as we are your experience!
You are welcome to email any questions you have relating to the role, prior to applying.
Due to the high number of applications, we are unfortunately not able to respond to unsuccessful applicants. This job may close early without notice, so we encourage early applications.
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance
Pay: £13.45-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Work from home
Experience:
- marketing/communications: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
