| Job title | Media Officer (Maternity Cover) |
| Ref. | MO24 |
| Contract | Fixed term until 31st May 2025
Full time contract (36 hrs p/w) |
| Salary and Grade | £34,507 G4.1 |
| Location | Glasgow / Hybrid working |
| Closing date |
19th August 2024 at 9.00 a.m. |
Job Advert
Scottish Refugee Council is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people in need of refugee protection. We speak out on refugee and asylum issues and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system in the UK and for a better deal for people rebuilding their lives here.
We believe the media has an important role to play in helping to achieve this. We are seeking a Media Officer to make sure journalists have access to accurate information about refugee and asylum issues and to maintain a strong voice and presence in the media in support of people seeking protection in Scotland.
This is a busy and demanding role. We are looking for someone with a strong background in news, either press, broadcast or as a press officer working with news within a charity or other organisation.
Employee benefits package
- 39 days of leave (including public holidays)
- Progressive salary structure
- Flexible working options
- Training and development opportunities
- Union recognition
- Fresh fruit, tea & coffee in office
- Enhanced pay benefits
- Enhanced pension
- Counselling & coaching service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye care scheme
- Death in service & 24-hour GP service
Interview Dates: 21st to 23rd of August 2024 (TBC)
Expected start date: As soon as possible
Please note: This post will be subject to a Basic Disclosure check. Feedback can only be provided to applicants who reach the interview stage.
Scottish Refugee Council is working towards being an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community, irrespective of age; disability; gender reassignment; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion and belief; sex and sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status.
Scottish Refugee Council is a Registered Charity. Charity Number: SC008639