Prayer Communications Lead
Folkestone, Kent (with hybrid working)

About Us

Mission Aviation Fellowship UK (MAF) is a Christian organisation that, for over 75 years, have been flying light aircraft over remote locations around the world. Our efforts have enabled more than 2,000 aid, development and mission organisations to provide emergency relief, long-term development and Christian hope to remote communities.

We utilise the power of aviation and technology to reach isolated people in need around the globe as we believe nothing should stop people from receiving the essentials of life, no matter how remote they are.

By helping to link communities isolated from today’s ‘connected world’, we are ensuring that the severity of medical emergencies, natural disasters, conflict and famine are reduced, and the light of God now shines brightly there.

We are now seeking a Prayer Communications Lead to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Benefits

- Salary of £39,200 per annum
- Annual leave entitlement of 22 days per year plus 8 paid public holidays per year
- Non-contributory pension scheme (10% of salary), employees may make voluntary additional contributions
- Flexible working policy

This is a brilliant opportunity for a communications professional with experience writing prayer-based communications to join our dedicated organisation.

You’ll have the chance to support our global impact as you play a pivotal role in inspiring individuals and groups to uphold their work in prayer, contributing to the alleviation of suffering and the spread of hope to those in need.

So, if you want to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of those in need, then apply today.

The Role

As a Prayer Communications Lead, you will lead the development and delivery of our prayer communications in order to grow prayer support.

Working with the Communications Team, you will oversee the production of material to inspire and engage supporters to uphold MAF in prayer, including The Prayer Diary, News for Prayer and Prayer Devotions.

You will also lead the analysis and research of supporter data and groups to identify the preferences and habits of existing supporters and identify opportunities to inspire new prayer partners.

Additionally, you will:

- Develop a range of methods to engage individuals and groups through prayer activities
- Create prayer-focused acquisition products
- Create and leverage a prayer presence and following on social media
- Build networks and attend events, festivals and prayer groups
- Monitor budgets and assess the impact and success of activities

About You

To be considered as a Prayer Communications Lead, you will need:

- Experience writing and proofing prayer communication or similar copy
- The ability to manage a budget
- Good planning and organisational skills
- To be educated to degree or equivalent level

Please note, there is an occupational requirement for the job holder of this position to be a committed Christian in line with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

The closing date for this role is 2nd April 2024.

Other organisations may call this role Communications Manager, Community Engagement Lead, Engagement Manager, Communications and Engagement Lead, Marketing and Communications Manager, Marcomms Manager, or Marketing Manager.

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