As one of the largest mosques and Islamic centres in the country, with a wide range of activities and external contacts, media and public relations are an important part of our work. Effective communication is vital, not only with people who use our facilities but also with wider society, if we are to continue to make a meaningful contribution to our local communities and beyond.

As Media Manager, you will lead on media and communication matters relating to the East London Mosque Trust (ELMT), and undertake outward-facing responsibilities with mainstream media and external bodies. You will have a sound understanding of Islam and strong insight into issues and dynamics within the British Muslim community. You will also have an important role in publicising the ELMT’s charitable activities, putting forward the views of the ELMT and those of the community it serves, and building good relationships with various people and organisations. Above all, you will help to protect the Mosque's reputation.

Salary: £38,145 – £42,335 (ELMT pay scale G2–H1) for 37.5 hours per week

Key priorities

• Engage both proactively and reactively with the media
• Represent the ELMT in wider society
• Promote the ELMT and its activities

Public relations

The Media Manager plays a key role in public relations and external engagement.

The Media Manager will:

• Act as the main point of contact for enquiries from the media, including evaluating and fulfilling interview requests, fielding them to others when appropriate.
• Lead in the preparation of press releases, in consultation with stakeholders.
• Engage with key Muslim individuals and organisations.
• Work with interfaith and other partners in wider society, representing the ELMT when required.
• Build relationships with journalists and others in the media.
• Help to respond to issues that affect the ELMT and the wider Muslim community.
• Seek opportunities to enhance and promote the ELMT as one of the UK's leading Islamic organisations, and enhance its media presence and profile.
• Manage and monitor all the ELMT media platforms.
• Produce guidelines, policies and briefings for internal media management, protocols and processes.
• Manage staff and volunteers assigned to media work.

Internal engagement

The Media Manager needs to ensure that when appropriate our internal stakeholders are consulted and kept informed.

The Media Manager will:

• Work with appropriate staff and other internal stakeholders to ensure all media and communication tasks are carried out.
• Keep all stakeholders informed about ELMT media work and impact.

Additional responsibilities

The Media Manager needs to be well organised and keep adequate records.

The Media Manager will:

• Identify and undertake relevant training.
• Provide reports to your line manager and others whenever required.

General

The East London Mosque Trust is an organisation that seeks to set the highest standards, and thrives through the 'added value' brought by employees and volunteers.

The Media Manager will:

• Work flexibly and undertake any other duties agreed between you and your line manager.
• Support projects of the ELMT and participate in multi-disciplinary cross-organisational groups and project teams.
• Attend staff and management meetings when required.

Normal working hours will be agreed with your line manager, though these hours will be to be flexible to meet the requirements of the role.

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