About the opportunity
The public relations officer will play a critical role in helping to further develop the public profile of our organisation. Using all forms of media and communication you will help to develop the strategies needed to build, maintain and manage our stakeholder relationship communications including:
• planning, developing and implementing PR strategies;
• researching, writing and distributing press releases to targeted media;
• writing case studies and articles;
• organising the promotion and press releases for all events and activities;
• maintaining and updating information on the organisation's website
• managing and updating information and engaging with users on social media sites such as Twitter and
Facebook.
About Professor Marcus Cabeca's Capoeira School
Professor Marcus Cabeça’s School is an established Brazilian martial arts school (since 2006) with strong links in the local community. The school has an office based in Kingston upon Thames but delivers classes in 3 different location across London and is affiliated to an international organisation of the world’s leading Capoeira schools represented in over 23 countries.
Professor Marcus Cabeça’s School sets out to teach all aspects of Capoeira, the self-defence, music, philosophy and its Brazilian heritage. It also provides workshops with worldwide professionals and takes part in public events, demonstrations and performances, such as the 2012 Paralympic Closing Ceremony, Notting Hill Carnival, International Youth Arts Festival and many more.
Our office is a casual, yet professional environment involving both team work and independent tasks and projects. It is a great place to gain experience and expand one’s knowledge in a variety of areas. We have an experienced team of staff and volunteers from a wide range of professional backgrounds on hand to provide support and guidance and share their skill sets including negotiation, project management, data analysis, policy and strategy development, relationship building, marketing and advertising. Where necessary specific training will also be provided to help you develop and grow your own skill set.
What are they looking for?
Essential
• You will need to have good written skills
• Ability to work on tight deadlines
• Well organized, pro-active and able to deliver tasks efficiently.
• Good time-management skills.
• To show professionalism at all levels and in all environments
• Strong team player
• Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed.
Desirable
• experience in web content writing
• Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
• Accurate and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft word and excel.
Practical Considerations
This role is ideal forthose who would like to gain experience in office based environment.