Press Officer - Newquay Foodbank

As the Press Officer, you will be responsible for engaging with the media to raise the profile of Newquay Foodbank, all while making a real difference to people's lives providing vital help and support at a time when they need it most.

• Developing a PR plan, alongside the Communications Lead, for Newquay Foodbank
• Preparing and send press releases for significant foodbank events to raise the profile of Newquay Foodbank
• Engaging with and building a network of contacts for local and regional media press outlets e.g. print, radio and tv

The skills you need:

• Excellent written communication skills
• Experience of writing press releases and generating communications materials
• Ability to build relationships with media outlets and individuals
• Organised and able to complete tasks accurately with good attention to detail
• Ability to listen and engage with people from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences
• Ability to get on with others and be part of a team as well as completing tasks independently
• A willingness to learn about our organisation and our place within the Trussell Trust and align to our campaigns

Your input will help shape how we present ourselves to our volunteers, foodbank users, stakeholders, funders and the general public. With your help we will be able to continue to strive towards ending food poverty in Newquay.