A new volunteering opportunity of ‘Digital Champion’ has become available. Volunteers in this role will be a ‘champion of identified campaigns to help boost the visibility of the Cathedral, particularly via online social media channels and word of mouth.

What the role involves

You will be expected to:

  • Escalate any negative or unanswerable comments to the Communications, Marketing & Events Officer for a decision / response.
  • Identify and highlight potential good news stories connected to the Cathedral and to follow these up.
  • Promote the activities of Bradford Cathedral including; events, services, vacancies, opportunities, and other initiatives, based on information, text, images and guidance provided by the Communications, Marketing & Events Officer. This may include sharing information to local or specialist Facebook groups of which you are a member, tagging in potentially interested parties, and liaising with local ‘influencers’.
  • Work with the Communications, Marketing & Events Officer and the Digital Content & Social Media Assistant. To help share content and provide feedback, including the highlighting of new ideas or untapped channels, whether that’s digital or otherwise.
  • Ensure that personal data is stored securely.
  • Attend an occasional update meeting – which may be online and / or in-person.
  • Be a positive ambassador and champion of Bradford Cathedral, its vision, aims and objectives.
  • Attend meetings for your support, guidance or supervision.
  • Be aware of and comply with safeguarding and all other policies and procedures of the Cathedral so that everyone is safe
  • Ensure the environment is safe for everyone involved.
  • Know how to respond to and report any safeguarding concerns or allegations.

You can see the full details of the role by downloading the document below but if you have any questions – or would like to apply – please contact Phil on events@bradfordcathedral.org or call 01274 77 77 22.

The Church of England is committed to promoting a safe environment and culture for children, young people and vulnerable adults. Anyone appointed to this role will be expected to work within the relevant safeguarding policies and procedures, and to attend all required safeguarding training.

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