Head of Communications

Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK affecting around one million people. Working with Alan Clayton Associates the Macular Society is undergoing significant change with a new vision to end macular disease, and a new strategy to significantly grow income in order to fund the research that finds a cure. The Head of Communications is a vital part of this, and will provide leadership in all of our marketing and communications work across the Macular Society. Working closely with the Director of Fundraising and Marketing, the role will develop and implement the Macular Society brand, create audience focussed communications and implement the charity's marketing and communications strategy to: raise awareness of the need for more research into macular disease ensure that more people know of us and recognise us as a source of support, and provide opportunities to convert this into financial support of the charity. Job Title: Head of Communications Salary: GBP45k - GBP50k per Annum Location: Based in Andover Job Type: Full time Deadline: Friday 12 October Interviews: 24th / 25th October To express an interest in this role and to be considered for it, please submit the following: -A detailed and up to date CV -A supporting statement that addresses the essential job specific skills of the Person Specification and outlines your motivation for applying -Details of your availability on the dates provided in the indicative timetable. Please check your email for confirmation that your application has been received and to follow further instructions if applicable. Simplified Recruitment is a Job Advertising Agency working on behalf of Macular Society. By applying for this position you are giving us permission to pass your CV and covering letter to a third party in relation to recruitment. A full copy of our privacy policy can be viewed on our website.