Volunteer Public Relations Lead

Skills

IT AccessibilityMarketing SMedia CoverageMedia RelationsPress CoveragePress ReleasesPublic Access

Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in public relations
Proven track record in preparing press releases and securing media coverage
Superb written and verbal communication skills
Previous successes in securing media coverage or the publication of op-eds
Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines

Nice to have

Existing relationships with journalists and media contacts
Passion for and commitment to the cause
Team player and adaptability to the resource constraints of a small organisation

Day to day

You will work with the charity Director and Board of Trustees
Identify, develop and maintain relationships with press and media
Craft, edit, and distribute press releases, securing coverage to enhance Regain’s visibility

Hiring process

Submit a cover letter detailing your interest in this role and relevant experience along with a 1-2 page CV
Interviews will be conducted via Zoom with our charity Director and one of the Trustees

Company

Why this team might suit you

Mission, benefits, values and useful company context.

Mission

WE PROVIDE… PRACTICAL HELP Having lost the use their limbs tetraplegics need help to perform many of the most mundane day-to-day tasks. Mobility is the major issue for many and without the use of appropriate wheelchairs and adapted vehicles tetraplegics can become trapped in their own homes. EMOTIONAL HELP Tetraplegics are as mentally alert as any able bodied person, they have all the same emotional needs and desires but their bodies have been cut off from them. In the earliest weeks after injury emotions run high and support both clinically and mentally is vital to see people through these initial periods. Only a person with a spinal injury can really explain and demonstrate to another how life can go on in spite of a severe disability. In many cases people have achieved things that they may have never dreamed possible. Recently Regain has helped four tetraplegics to compete in the Paralympic Games. Many others have been encouraged to complete a range of challenge events whilst others have been assisted in relation to employment, education and training. We have 250 tetraplegics on our database who may be able to help. Regain can help provide specialised lightweight and electric wheelchairs and electric e-motion wheels enabling those with only limited use of their arms to move themselves around. Specialist wheelchairs can be provided for those wishing to get back into sports including wheelchair rugby, basketball, tennis, cycling, etc. Very often communication is an issue and the provision of computers, including some with voice activated software, can transform not only the social but the educational and employment opportunities and aspects of the lives of tetraplegics. Over the past 25 years Regain has been able to provide help to many sports tetraplegics enabling them to undertake University, technical and vocational courses.

Benefits

Gain valuable experience in the sports charity sector
Receive an excellent reference
Contribute to meaningful initiatives that positively impact individuals with spinal cord injuries
Join a friendly, passionate network of professionals
Be featured on the Regain website with your name, photo, and role

Values

WE PROVIDE… PRACTICAL HELP Having lost the use their limbs tetraplegics need help to perform many of the most mundane day-to-day tasks. Mobility is the major issue for many and without the use of appropriate wheelchairs and adapted vehicles tetraplegics can become trapped in their own homes. EMOTIONAL HELP Tetraplegics are as mentally alert as any able bodied person, they have all the same emotional needs and desires but their bodies have been cut off from them. In the earliest weeks after injury emotions run high and support both clinically and mentally is vital to see people through these initial periods. Only a person with a spinal injury can really explain and demonstrate to another how life can go on in spite of a severe disability. In many cases people have achieved things that they may have never dreamed possible. Recently Regain has helped four tetraplegics to compete in the Paralympic Games. Many others have been encouraged to complete a range of challenge events whilst others have been assisted in relation to employment, education and training. We have 250 tetraplegics on our database who may be able to help. Regain can help provide specialised lightweight and electric wheelchairs and electric e-motion wheels enabling those with only limited use of their arms to move themselves around. Specialist wheelchairs can be provided for those wishing to get back into sports including wheelchair rugby, basketball, tennis, cycling, etc. Very often communication is an issue and the provision of computers, including some with voice activated software, can transform not only the social but the educational and employment opportunities and aspects of the lives of tetraplegics. Over the past 25 years Regain has been able to provide help to many sports tetraplegics enabling them to undertake University, technical and vocational courses..

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