The Charity Tax Group (CTG) was set up to make representations to Government on charity taxation and is the leading voice for the sector on tax. It has over 800 charity and professional members. CTG’s work is overseen by a volunteer Board with support from a paid Secretariat. CTG is funded primarily by members’ donations and subscription. It is a small organisation with no full time staff that nonetheless has a significant impact across the whole charity sector.

The role

CTG is in a critical but exciting phase of its development as it responds to the shifting challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Members have told us:

“You’ve been our right arm during Covid on anything charity tax and finance related. Your support & engagement is exceptional. I could only dream of creating the speedy concise briefings that you do.  Please organisations donate to Charity Tax Group and keep them viable”

“CTG is a class act and has been publishing some clear first class information at a time when there are many spinning plates and lots of fog! Good job!”

CTG is seeking someone PR experience to help advise on how it can maximise the impact of its communications. This is a voluntary role that is expected to initially require one to two hours per week including attendance at monthly one-hour CTG Board meetings. Meetings are currently taking place in a virtual format, but there may be occasional requirements to attend meetings in London in the longer term.

This is an opportunity to help make a real impact on the development of a core charity issue and maximise the external effectiveness of this highly respected charity sector body.

Role description

• Advising on the development of a PR/communications strategy for CTG
• Shaping campaign communications and press releases for projects and policy developments
• Working with the Secretariat to help improve press lists and contacts, particularly within the national press and major online outlets
• Identifying, developing and, where appropriate, leading on opportunities for media work, including commentary/insights/thought leadership pieces
• Advising on how to maximise the impact of the CTG website and social media outputs (predominantly Twitter) for building awareness of CTG’s work

 *For legal reasons only representatives of charities can be appointed as CTG Directors. The volunteer PR Adviser will be an Observer at board meetings and does not necessarily have to work for a charity.

 The advisor will:

• Have a track record of success in a PR/Communications/Marketing role in a paid or voluntary capacity
• Support CTG’s mission and aims
• Be committed to CTG Board meetings, preparing for them conscientiously and attending them regularly
• Model discretion when working with sensitive and confidential information
• Work remotely (no desk space is provided) and be available during the working week to speak to the Secretariat and CTG Directors

The following would be helpful but are not essential:

• Previous experience working as a member of an effective management team
• Experience of the charity sector or tax issues
• Experience of fundraising

If you would be interested in applying for the role of CTG volunteer PR Adviser, please send a summary of your relevant experience and why you are interested in helping to info@charitytaxgroup.org.uk by Monday 12 October 2020.