Stories Officer

Do you have solid experience of story gathering in a stories, content, PR or fundraising role in a charity, or similar organisation? Can you bring others along with you as you champion, steward and promote storytelling internally and externally at Marie Curie?
We're looking for a resourceful and organised storytelling enthusiast to join our high-performing Stories function, as we continue to support the charity's strategic vision through powerful and inclusive storytelling.
Whether you're creating engaging story-led social content, representing the Stories team in cross-charity project meetings or responding to requests via our database, you'll be a multi-tasker with an eye for detail who can work to very tight deadlines.
You'll source emotive personal accounts from people of all ages and backgrounds, who have been helped by Marie Curie, supporting them in sharing what they've been through in their own words. You'll also be interviewing people affected by terminal illness who are struggling financially or experiencing poor care when they haven't got long to live, as Marie Curie continues to fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best experience possible at the end of their lives.
You'll have a sharp understanding of what makes a strong story for use in our media and campaigning work, and across our own channels, ensuring these real-life experiences are used effectively and appropriately and are at the heart of everything we do.
You'll also build strong ongoing relationships with Marie Curie Nurses and Healthcare Assistants, supporting them to demonstrate the impact of our care by appearing in comms campaigns.
With experience of interviewing people going through emotionally difficult or challenging times, you'll be a natural when it comes to engaging with diverse groups of people, interviewing with sensitivity, and writing up stories that move people to donate, fundraise, volunteer and campaign with us.
Highly developed written and spoken communication skills are key. The role involves regular administration tasks and occasional UK travel., Please note we're not responsible for the content of job ads, as they're posted by the recruiter. We'll aim to resolve the reported issue and we'll use your feedback to improve the quality of our ads.

Up to £28444 per annum + plus LWA £3,500 if applicable, Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
- Defined contribution schemes for Pension
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
- Introduce a friend scheme
- Help with childcare cost (T & C's apply)
- Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
- Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
- Life assurance - for all employees
- Eye care
What's in it for you
- Annual leave allowance - 25 days plus public holidays
- Competitive policy for parental/sick Leave
- Continuous professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)
- Industry leading training programmes
- Flexible Working