Communications expert

You touch on the expertise of marketing, PR and communication. You think internally and help in the field of policy development. This includes: drawing up the communication policy, writing an internal/external communication plan, and creating a development plan for our website and social media. Of course you also put this into practice. You will also be involved in preparing periodic newsletters, drawing up a volunteer newsletter and writing website texts.

In your role you form the link between the Animal Food Bank and the media. You have proactive contact with journalists and editors of local media such as newspapers or television programs. It is your job to make news about the foundation widely known, and to explain this and provide information as best as possible. In addition to this permanent role, you are prepared to occasionally visit distribution points on location so that you see and understand for whom and how we do our important work. This allows you to convey our message even better!

You also have good knowledge of the Dutch language because writing press releases, newsletters and other types of communication messages are also part of your task. We are a growing and active foundation, so regular action will have to be taken to put us in the spotlight.

What responsibilities do you have?

• You think and write about our communication policy and communication plan. This will also help you carry out;
• You are involved in the (further) development of our website, together with our online content manager and the board;
• It is your responsibility to proactively reach out to local media to generate positive awareness of the foundation;
• You ensure that the press and media are correctly informed about the foundation;
• You know what is going on within the foundation and proactively advise the board on potential communications;
• You provide appropriate communications that contribute to the foundation's reputation. For this you have close contact with the board and the online content manager;
• You are the first point of contact for the media from the foundation;
• Where necessary, you are the connecting link between the media and the board of the foundation;
• You attend the semi-annual general volunteer meetings as much as possible, as well as other activities and events.

We are looking for:

• Someone who recognizes themselves in and acts according to our core values: Reliable, helpful and committed;
• Someone who has strong communication skills and connects. You can convey a message effectively both orally and in writing, in correct Dutch. You think about your choice of words, and you stand strong during difficult questions;
• Someone who can present convincingly for different target groups;
• Someone with a heart for pet welfare;
• Someone with flexible availability and employability (all in consultation);
• Someone for a longer period of time (at least 6 months);
• Someone with a lot of passion and 'hands-on' commitment.

What do we offer you?

• A great and rewarding volunteer position at a great foundation with committed volunteers;
• Annual outings, presents and meetings;
• You can follow interesting courses and training for free through the Dierenlot academy and other volunteer organizations;
• You are collectively insured through the municipality.