About The Role
Be a part of a collective and supportive team by joining the London District.
Our District Digital Enabler will take the lead in our social media communications but also work directly with our Churches and Circuits across London, providing them with a supportive guiding light by advising all things digital. You must have knowledge of social media and websites (that’s a given), but you’ll also need some skills in IT applications, the ability to write creatively and fluently, and be able to bring some slick confidence to the role. We value independent thinkers, working on your own initiative, but also those who can work collaboratively with a team, and bounce those ideas.
Why work with us?
A brilliant central office in Westminster, ability to work remotely, great (supportive) colleagues, flexible working, learning and development opportunities, pay, pensions and generous down time, committed to equality diversity and inclusion, and, did we mention the great colleagues?
Take a look at the job description. If this is for you, complete an application form, or give us a shout with any questions about the role.
– Leading on the District’s Social Media content and engagement, ensuring that the District are posting regularly about relevant news and events happening within the District. The Communications Officer will support the DDE with this work regarding content and focus;
– Building content/digital resources for social media with relevant staff/volunteers/committees/District Chairs), e.g. videos/posters etc;
– Maintain online presence for the District by (with the Communications Officer) working with the Chairs and District staff and Officers to ensure messages and events on the key District projects are effectively communicated using the website, social media and other communication tools.
– Supporting the Communications Officer with the maintenance and continued development of the District website, liaising with District staff and Officers to ensure that the website promotes District work and meets their current requirements;
– To attend the District’s Social Responsibility Commission when needed to offer insight into opportunities for the promotion of the Commissions projects within the life of the District (attendance to be shared with Communications Officer);
– To provide outreach to churches and circuits to support them with their social media presence, website development, and other digital tools for communications;
– With the Communications Officer, provision of training on social media and website development;
– Developing digital guides for District team, churches and circuits on best practice;
– To have an oversight into the potential use and impact of AI within the church, with the intention to offer guidance to the District and churches where appropriate.
Essential:
-Knowledge of social media packages and how to use these to maximise audience reach;
-Knowledge of digital tools to support you in the role (including AI options) and willingness to continue learning and developing;
-Experience of developing and maintaining websites;
-Ability to write creatively and fluently for a range of audiences, and ability to accurately and effectively share stories gleaned from others for publication;
-Ability to influence others and communicate effectively verbally and through written communication;
-Good working knowledge of IT applications, including design/graphic applications (e.g. Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud etc.), and Sharepoint;
-Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative;
-Able to demonstrate an understanding of the diverse context of London Methodism and an ability to work inclusively and positively with a wide range of people;
-Sympathy with the ethos of the Methodist Church;
-Be prepared and willing to work on occasions outside normal working hours, including evenings and weekends as agreed with the line manager;
Desirable:
-Good working knowledge of IT applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
-Knowledge and/or experience of the structure within the Methodist Church;
-Confident in formal presentations and training situations;
-Understanding of the Not for Profit/ Charity sector
Equal Opportunities
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME) and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.