Press and Communications Officer - English Table Tennis Association

Press and Communications Officer

Organisation: English Table Tennis Association

Salary: 18,000 PA

Location: Hastings

Type of contract: Full time / permanent

Job Description

The English Table Tennis Association (ETTA) require a Press and Communications Officer to pro-actively promote the activities of table tennis and respond to media enquiries in order to enhance the standing and influence of the English Table Tennis Association (ETTA) within its field, nationally, regionally and internationally.

The roles responsibilities include to;

• Edit national publications using both traditional and new media processes
• Produce press releases, articles and statements to pro-actively promote the work of the ETTA and respond appropriately to a constantly changing news agenda to gain maximum press and broadcast coverage for table tennis.
• Respond quickly and appropriately to news stories
• Possess the ability to liaise across the organisation at all levels to generate interesting and informative content
• Work with the Communications Manager to develop PR strategies and contact database
• Produce support material for external publications and proactively search for new communication channels
• Secure reviews/editorials across all our target media
• Thrive on working within a fast paced environment

Knowledge and Experience Required

• Experience of writing and editing
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office and Adobe Indesign
• Web savvy with the ability to adapt and learn quickly with new technologies
• Experience of working in a membership organisation, charity, national governing body or similar organisation is desirable

Skills required:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work authoritatively, knowledgably and confidently with journalists, volunteers, external organisations and colleagues at all levels
• Excellent news sense and ability to identify pro-active stories
• Ability to use own initiative, manage competing demands, prioritise workload and meet deadlines
  Creative and imaginative

This role is intended for a graduate wishing to gain experience within the sports media environment.

How to apply

Download applications pack via the English Table Tennis Associations Website:- www.etta.co.uk

Closing date: 03/09/2007

Interview dates: TBC