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Job description

The Employer is: VOICING THE VOID. We are seeking two passionate and driven individuals to join our team as a ‘Business and Marketing Support Assistant’. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the organisation's social enterprise initiatives, marketing efforts, and sustainability strategies. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of Voicing the Void while making a meaningful impact on pressing social issues..

Responsibilities

• Assist in expanding the social enterprise arm of the organisation by contributing to the development of new projects or ideas aimed at ensuring sustainability.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for generating revenue and enhancing financial stability through innovative social enterprise initiatives.
• Research and explore potential funding sources, partnerships, and grant opportunities to support the implementation of new projects and initiatives.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and strategy meetings to generate creative solutions and innovative approaches to address sustainability challenges.
• Proactively seek feedback from stakeholders and community members to inform the development of sustainable business models and revenue streams.
• Contribute to the creation of compelling content for social media platforms, website, and other digital channels to increase brand awareness, engagement, and community involvement.
• Support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns and initiatives aimed at promoting Voicing the Void's mission, programs, and events.
• Assist in monitoring and analysing social media metrics and website analytics to evaluate the performance of marketing efforts and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with graphic designers, videographers, and other content creators to produce high-quality multimedia content that effectively communicates the organisation's message and values.
• Contribute to expanding Voicing the Void's social enterprise arm by developing new projects and ideas for sustainability.
• Identify revenue opportunities and partnerships with internal stakeholders to enhance financial stability.
• Research funding sources and grants aligned with the organization's mission.
• Participate in strategy meetings to address sustainability challenges.
• Gather feedback to guide the development of sustainable business models.
• Create engaging content for digital platforms to increase brand awareness.
• Support marketing campaigns to promote Voicing the Void's mission and events.
• Analyse social media metrics to improve marketing efforts.
• Collaborate with content creators to produce multimedia content.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Strong Communication Skills: The ability to effectively convey ideas, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences is essential for coordinating marketing campaigns and collaborating with team members.
• Creativity and Innovation: A knack for thinking outside the box and generating fresh ideas is crucial for developing engaging marketing content and exploring innovative approaches to business development.
• Strategic Thinking: The capacity to analyse market trends, identify opportunities, and develop strategic plans will facilitate the creation and execution of impactful marketing strategies.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Working closely with colleagues across various departments requires strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset to ensure seamless coordination and alignment of efforts.
• Organization and Time Management: Managing multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently demands strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively to meet project timelines and objectives.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: The capacity to adapt to changing priorities and navigate ambiguity is essential for thriving in a dynamic work environment, where flexibility and agility are key to success.

Desirable Skills

• Social Enterprise Development: Experience in developing projects for organizational sustainability.
• Content Creation: Proficiency in writing, design, and multimedia production for engaging marketing materials.
• Marketing Strategies: Knowledge of digital marketing, social media, and brand management techniques.
• Data Analysis: Ability to interpret marketing metrics and insights for informed decision-making.

Further Information

The Employer is: VOICING THE VOID. Although this is a part-time temporary opportunity, hours may be extended, and it could lead to a permanent position. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer Location: The Mac

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO 16-24 YEAR OLDS. If you are on UC contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of JSA, IS or ESA phone a Work Coach on 0300 200 7807. If you are 16-24 years old, unemployed, not in education or training and not in receipt of benefits phone 028 90726788.