We are looking for an ambitious, enthusiastic person with a demonstrable interest in mental health, campaigning and communications to join our External Affairs team on a six-month internship. This is a fixed-term, training position.
The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience of all aspects of our external affairs work, from our public affairs and campaigning activities, to our social media, digital content and events.
As part of the team you will have the opportunity to contribute to the overall direction and the day-to-day functioning of the organisation. We can also promise a concerted and systematic focus on your own learning and professional development.
The salary is £25,643 per annum (London Living Wage). We welcome applicants from across the UK. The office is based in central London, however this post can be offered on a remote-working basis, with twice monthly travel into the office.
Deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 20 May. Interviews will be held w/c 27 May- ideally in person at our London office, but online if required. The start date will be mid-July.
Person specification
We do not have minimum expectations in terms of education, professional experience or subject matter expertise. We’re looking for a candidate with excellent verbal and written communication skills who is enthusiastic and keen to learn new things. A passion for improving lives is the biggest prerequisite.
We are an equal opportunities employer and Mindful Employer, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. In particular, we are keen to hear from candidates with lived experience of a mental health condition. We are also committed to improving employment opportunities in the charity sector for underrepresented groups and are particularly keen to receive applications from people from minoritised ethnic groups.
We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process or once in post.
Experience, skills and qualities
- Confident written and verbal communication skills: comfortable writing for a range of audiences and tailoring style and content appropriately
- Demonstrable interest in mental health and other key issues on which the Institute works
- An ability to provide appropriate attention to detail
- An empathetic and sensitive approach to working with people sharing their personal experiences, or who are in distress
- Hard working and committed, taking direct ownership of work and seeing things through
- Organised and able to manage a busy to-do list.
Also desirable
- Understanding of a range of different communication channels and how to use them to reach different audiences effectively
- Experience of using digital tools, such as social media or basic design skills.