Communications Strategist and Writer

Communications Strategist and Writer

Closing date for applications: 14 July 2024, 23:59 (BST)

Organisation: Scriptoria Sustainable Development Solutions (scriptoria.co.uk)
Contract: Full time, permanent
Location: Flexible (UK only): London office and/or remote, plus possible
business travel
Salary: £35,000–£38,000 (depending on experience)
Start date: ASAP

Are you ready to leverage your communications skills and strategic thinking in an exciting
role? Join our dynamic and friendly team at Scriptoria as a Communications Strategist and
Writer! You’ll create impactful content for top-tier international development and research
organisations around the world, working with leading experts in diverse fields such as
agriculture, water resources, climate change and health. Your ability to navigate and engage
with a variety of subjects will be key to this role, making every project an engaging and
rewarding experience.

Who we are

Scriptoria is a values-driven, ethically focused company that has a strong international
reputation for excellence. We specialise in helping clients around the world to tackle
sustainable development, poverty reduction, health, and climate and environmental issues. Our
Communications, Consulting, Data and Training teams focus on knowledge management, data
management and communications to help research, international development, government and other
organisations better manage information and communicate their findings.

Who we’re looking for

We are seeking a talented and experienced communications strategist and
writer, with a background in sustainable development, science or health
communications, to join our Communications Services team. You will be educated to degree level
– if you have a postgraduate qualification in a subject area relevant to our work, even better.
We are looking for someone with a passion for making a difference through communications, with
a friendly, outgoing personality. You’ll be interested in engaging strategically with
international development and research projects to showcase results and enhance the impact of
their work. You will also be encouraged to contribute to company-wide strategy and business
development.

Your role will include:

• Developing and implementing communications, campaign and event strategies: you will develop
  and drive forward strategies and implementation plans to help organisations define their
  communications objectives and translate them into achievable outcomes.
• Writing and advising clients: you will write (and edit) copy for a wide range of materials
  and subject areas, and provide clients with advice on communications materials and approaches
  to best meet their needs.
• Generating new projects and business: you’ll have the opportunity to define your own role
  by supporting the team in generating strategic business opportunities – meeting clients and
  helping them to fully understand the benefits that working with Scriptoria brings.

Working at Scriptoria

The role offers the opportunity to get involved in a variety of projects, gain experience in
different areas and contribute to the diverse range of services that Scriptoria provides.

Our staff have the flexibility to work wholly or partly from home or from our office in
Tooting, South-West London, during regular operational hours (08:30–17:30). If working from
home, staff must have a working environment suitable for holding video-call meetings with
clients. Wherever you work, you will interact regularly with other team members to share skills
and exchange ideas.

You will have 25 days of annual leave per year, plus public holidays.

Key skills and experience

1. A degree in a subject area relevant to our work. A post-graduate qualification would be an
   advantage.
2. A minimum of five years’ experience, together with a track record in developing
   communications, campaign and event strategies, and advising clients on their implementation.
3. Experience in presenting to groups and facilitating workshops. Enthusiasm to travel would
   be a big advantage.
4. Extensive experience as a writer in the areas of sustainable development, science or
   health, with a demonstrated flair for writing compelling, engaging text that effectively
   communicates key messages.
5. A proven ability to develop and work to a brief, analyse and synthesise source materials
   and convey complex and technical information to non-specialist audiences.
6. Excellent attention to detail, and the ability to copyedit and proofread documents.
7. Strong project management skills and the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and cope
   flexibly with a range of jobs to meet (and exceed) client expectations.

How to apply

Please email the following to Cathy Jacob at: [email protected]

• CV and one-page cover letter. In your cover letter please (a) explain briefly why you would
  like to work for Scriptoria and why you’re the type of person we are looking for, and (b)
  outline how you meet the criteria for the job, making clear reference to the numbered list
  above. Please include examples of your most relevant experience, using specific examples
  wherever possible.
• Two recent examples of your writing on sustainable development, science or health issues.
• A statement of when you would be available to start work and where you saw this job
  advertised.

Please apply by 14 July 2024, 23:59 (BST).

N.B. By submitting your application to us you agree for Scriptoria to retain your details
in line with GDPR. These will only be used in relation to recruitment.

Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on a rolling basis. Invitations to
interview may be sent to candidates before the closing date for applications. Our advice is to
apply early.

Please note: if you do not receive a response from us within six weeks of the deadline then we
have not decided to proceed any further with your application.