Press Officer

WWF believes in a future where people and nature thrive. Best known as the world’s leading conservation body, we’re also committed to safeguarding the natural world through tackling the global threat of climate change. And by helping people to change the way they live, to ease pressure on natural resources.

The interests of WWF become broader by the year. We’re actively campaigning on a range of pressing issues, from the conservation of endangered species to the impact of everyday consumption on our global environment. What’s more, we’re renowned for the informed, authoritative and science-based approach that guides all of our work.

A rare opportunity has arisen within the press team at WWF - we are looking for a Press Officer to secure widespread, positive media coverage for us. You’ll need to demonstrate a genuine passion for the issues we address, and be able to devise and deliver creative PR campaigns that tell our story and help build our profile.

As part of a busy and efficient team, you’ll be a skilled networker who already has solid relationships with journalists and the ability to communicate with flair, confidence and enthusiasm. You'll be able to spot opportunities and challenges as they arise, have a strong news sense and will be comfortable dealing with all types of media from traditional print to social networks.

For more information please see the job description.

Additional Information 
Salary:  £22,000 - £24,000 pa
Location: Godalming, Surrey
Contract type: Full time, permanent
Reference: 1630
Closing date: 15 August 2011 at 3.00pm
Interview date: 25 August 2011

Applications 
To apply send your CV and a covering letter which details how your experience and skillset meets each point within the person specification. In the covering letter please also state the job reference code and where you saw this post advertised and send both documents to:

The Recruitment Specialist 
WWF-UK 
Panda House 
Weyside Park 
Godalming 
Surrey GU7 1XR 
t: 01483 426444 
f: 01483 426409

or email: recruitment@wwf.org.uk

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