Brainstrust

Digital Engagement Officer We are seeking an enthusiastic Digital Engagement Officer to join a UK charity providing emotional and practical support to people affected by brain tumours. This 12 month placement is ideal for someone early in their career or under employed and looking to build experience in the charity sector. Position: Digital Engagement Officer Salary: £24,479 (Living wage) Location: Hybrid or office based in Leeds city centre Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week Contract: Fixed term, 12 months Closing Date: Wednesday 11 February About the Role This role has been specifically designed as a development opportunity for someone who may be, returning to work, changing career, or looking to move into the charity sector for the first time. You do not need previous charity sector experience to apply. The post is a hybrid communications and support role, focused on increasing digital reach and engagement over a 12 month period. You will work on a defined project with clear outcomes, while receiving mentoring, training and hands on experience. Working closely with communications and support colleagues, you will help ensure that accurate, accessible information reaches people where they are already searching online. The role offers structured support and the opportunity to build confidence, skills and experience in digital engagement, storytelling and community building. Key responsibilities include: Creating, scheduling and publishing engaging content across social media platforms Sharing clear and accessible information that encourages discussion and community support Supporting digital awareness campaigns and online events Responding to comments and messages in a thoughtful and supportive way Amplifying lived experience stories to help others feel less alone Drafting and editing digital copy in a warm and inclusive tone Creating basic visual content such as graphics and short videos Updating website content with support from colleagues Tracking engagement and learning what content has the greatest impact You will also take part in mentoring, training and professional development activities throughout the placement. About You This role is particularly suited to someone who is: Under employed or early in their career Looking to move into the charity or social impact sector Returning to work or changing career direction You will bring: A strong interest in digital communication and social media Clear written communication skills with an empathetic approach Confidence using social platforms in a personal or voluntary capacity Good organisation skills and a willingness to learn Comfort using digital tools such as Canva, Mailchimp or website editors Previous charity sector experience is not required. About the Organisation The charity provide critical emotional and practical support to around 4,500 brain tumour patients each year, a relatively small proportion of the 80,000 people living with a brain tumour. Furthermore 12,775 more people are diagnosed annually. Their ambition is to double the number of people they are helping with coaching, events and information in the next 5 years. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Digital Communications Assistant, Social Media Assistant, Marketing Assistant, Content Assistant, Communications Trainee, Digital Support Officer, Community Engagement Assistant. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Patient and Public Engagement Manager We are seeking an experienced Patient and Public Engagement Manager to lead a national service supporting research through lived experience. The role is with a UK charity providing emotional and practical support to people affected by brain tumours. Position: Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PRIME) Manager Salary: £32,000 per annum Location: Remote, with occasional UK and international travel Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Friday 27 February Interview Date: Early March About the Role This role leads the day to day delivery of a national patient and public involvement and engagement service supporting research. You will work closely with researchers, clinicians and partners to ensure research is shaped by lived experience, while supporting the continued growth and sustainability of the service. The role combines service delivery, relationship management and operational development and reports to senior leadership. Key responsibilities include Leading the delivery of patient and public involvement support across multiple research projects Building and maintaining strong relationships with researchers, clinicians and partners Matching trained research partners to appropriate research activity Supporting researchers to embed best practice involvement in their work Developing and managing service agreements and partnerships Contributing to business development and financial sustainability Supporting and engaging a community of research partners Representing the service at meetings, events and conferences Contributing to service development, quality improvement and impact reporting About You You will bring strong relationship management skills and experience working across healthcare, research or service delivery environments. You will be able to demonstrate Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly A person centred and empathetic approach Strong organisational and problem solving skills Ability to manage competing priorities A collaborative, values led mindset aligned with inclusion and co production Experience of working with senior stakeholders Experience in cancer, neuro oncology, clinical research or patient advocacy is desirable but not essential. About the Organisation The charity provide critical emotional and practical support to around 4,500 brain tumour patients each year. They deliver a national patient and public involvement and engagement service, working in partnership with research bodies and charities in the UK and internationally. Its work ensures people with lived experience shape research from early discovery through to clinical trials and service improvement. The organisation is committed to inclusion, co-production and meaningful impact and welcomes applications from candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Patient Engagement Manager, Research Engagement Manager, Involvement and Engagement Manager, Health Partnerships Manager, Stakeholder Engagement Manager, Programme Manager PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.