Media Officer Regional

At Alzheimer’s Society, we are many things. Advisors, supporters, fundraisers, researchers, communicators and technical specialists. Above all, we are people who care deeply about improving the lives of those affected by dementia.

We are looking for someone who shares that purpose. Someone determined to make a difference where it matters most. Someone who brings compassion to their work, builds trust through expertise and believes that we achieve more when we work better together.

This is a job share role, working alongside a colleague based in Northern Ireland to deliver a seamless, high-impact media presence across the region. You will take the lead on strategic media relationships and activity in the North West and North East England, while contributing to projects and campaigns and media requests across all areas.

Hours: 21 hours per week (Monday to Wednesday)

Location: Homebased in North West or North East England, with travel across the North West, North East, and Northern Ireland

About the role

In this role, you will help shape how Alzheimer’s Society shows up in the media, telling powerful stories that inform, influence and inspire action.

• Lead and deliver regional media projects from planning through to evaluation, ensuring they align with wider organisational priorities
• Identify and secure proactive media opportunities to promote our services, fundraising, research and campaigns
• Develop and deliver media strategies that engage key audiences and strengthen our position as the leading voice on dementia
• Build strong relationships with journalists, spokespeople and partners to increase our reach and impact
• Create compelling, accessible content including press releases, articles, blogs and campaign materials
• Support and coach spokespeople and people affected by dementia to share their stories with confidence and authenticity
• Respond to media enquiries and manage reputational issues with professionalism, care and sound judgement

You will also contribute to a collaborative, 24/7 media function, working closely with colleagues across research, fundraising, influencing and services. Travel across the region and occasional evening or overnight work will be part of the role.

About you

You are a confident communicator with a passion for making a difference and a strong understanding of how regional media can drive change.

• Experience in a communications or PR role, with a track record of delivering effective media coverage
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging content
• Strong knowledge of regional and local media landscapes and how to work effectively within them
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to build relationships, influence others and work across teams
• A genuine commitment to inclusion, and to amplifying the voices of people affected by dementia

You are organised, proactive and resilient, able to manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail. You bring positivity, integrity and a willingness to learn, and you are motivated by the opportunity to be part of meaningful, lasting change.

You will be part of a supportive, purpose-driven organisation where your work has real impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and able to thrive.

Together, we are working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.

Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 29th April via MS Teams

Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.

At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.

Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.

Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.  

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. 

Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. 

Our hiring process

During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply.  Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need.

To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.

We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.

We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a Criminal Record Check at the relevant level. You can read more information via our Website.

Giving back to you

Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. 

You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.