Merchandise and Online Marketing Officer

Leeds

2010 Salary: £21,606

34.5 hours flexible working

Closing date: 7 September 2010
Interviews: 21-22 September 2010
 
An exciting opportunity to generate income by developing merchandise, online marketing methods (including on line appeals, Facebook and Twitter) and other retail and marketing opportunities for a national charity.

Epilepsy Action is looking for a motivated, organised and creative individual to take forward our merchandise and online marketing. You will be able to develop your fundraising and marketing skills, working creatively within the Fundraising Department and also closely with the Digital Media Team.  You will be able to utilize your creative approach alongside research and ongoing reporting skills, in a friendly and supportive environment. This role is responsible for raising income from the sale of merchandise, online fundraising and marketing. Including online appeals, Facebook, Twitter and text donate.  Alongside developing other retail and marketing opportunities for the charity as they arise. This will include:

• Researching, buying and organising Christmas Cards and other merchandise, including managing stock
• Organising twice yearly raffle
• Generating income from online marketing including: online fundraising and marketing appeals and text donate
• Taking an active part in the planning and development of new ranges of merchandise
• Building partnerships with both on and offline retailers.
• Working as part of a team as well as on own initiative

We are looking for someone who:

• has experience of working in a retail, marketing or fundraising environment
• able to establish and manage effective relationships with suppliers, designers and fulfilment houses
• able to think creatively in an entrepreneurial manner within a commercial role
• able to write copy for both on and off line purposes relevant to the audience.
• works effectively to strict deadlines, prioritising workload and maintaining attention to detail
• keen to be part of a successful and friendly team

This role provides an exciting opportunity. Being an innovative and forward thinking charity there is plenty of scope to develop new ideas.

In return we will offer you great flexible working conditions and a commitment to develop your skills and provide necessary training. There is also free parking.

• Job description and person specification

Application forms:

• Electronic version: Microsoft Word
• Manual version: Microsoft Word or PDF
• Accessible versions: Microsoft Word or PDF

Other documents:

• Sample copy of 'Epilepsy Today' magazine [PDF]
• Sample copy of 'Epilepsy Professional' magazine [PDF]
• 'How Epilepsy Action Works' [PDF]

Epilepsy Action is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the training and development of its staff.