Vacancy description

Key Information

  • Division:
    Grassroots Football
  • Location:
    Northumberland FA, Newcastle Upon Tyne
  • Closing Date:
    23 February 2026
The Role

Marketing & Communications Officer 

Location: St Peter's Sports Hub, St. Peters Road, Wallsend, NE28 7BF and other locations as required
Commitment: 37.5 hours per week including some evening and weekend work.

Salary: £25,000 per annum

Application Deadline: Monday 23 February 2026 5pm

About the Role

  • Northumberland FA are seeking a Marketing & Communications Officer to deliver and evaluate marketing activity that supports Northumberland FA's objectives.
  • Promote programmes, events, facilities and initiatives through digital and offline channels.
  • Ensure consistent messaging, strong engagement and positive stakeholder communication.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, deliver and evaluate marketing campaigns aligned to organisational priorities.
  • Create engaging content for social media, websites, email marketing and offline materials.
  • Manage day-to-day social media channels, including scheduling, posting and monitoring engagement.
  • Create and update website content, ensuring accuracy, accessibility and brand consistency.
  • Support internal and external communications, including newsletters, announcements and updates.
  • Provide marketing and communications support for events, including planning, promotion and post-event coverage.
  • Support the delivery and promotion of County Cup Finals, including pre-event communications, on-the-day content capture and post-event reporting.
  • Maintain consistent branding across all marketing and communications materials.
  • Design or coordinate basic marketing assets such as graphics, posters and flyers.
  • Monitor and report on marketing performance using analytics and KPIs.
  • Work with internal teams, partners and stakeholders to gather information and support campaigns.
  • Assist with partnership and sponsorship promotion.
  • Maintain content calendars, marketing plans and asset libraries.
  • Carry out administrative and reporting tasks related to marketing activity.
  • Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role as required.

Who We're Looking For

Essential

  • Relevant qualification or training in marketing, communications or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Strong written communication skills and ability to adapt tone for different audiences.
  • Ability to create engaging content for digital and offline channels.
  • Good organisational and time-management skills.
  • Basic design and content creation skills.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience managing social media channels.
  • Experience creating written content for a range of audiences.

Desirable

  • Degree or equivalent qualification in marketing, communications, media or a related subject.
  • Apprenticeship or professional development in marketing or communications.
  • Basic photography or video editing skills.
  • Experience using analytics to evaluate marketing performance.
  • Confidence working with multiple stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of grassroots sport, community organisations or not-for-profit environments.
  • Basic understanding of SEO and website content optimisation.
  • Experience supporting events, live activations or County Cup Finals.
  • Experience working with websites or content management systems.
  • Experience supporting campaigns, partnerships or sponsorship activity.

What Northumberland FA Can Offer You

  • A rewarding role supporting grassroots football in Northumberland.
  • Opportunities to develop skills in marketing, communications and digital content.
  • Involvement in high-profile events and campaigns.
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment.
  • Reasonable expenses covered where applicable.

Apply & find out more: Vacancies - Northumberland FA

 
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Northumberland FA, Newcastle Upon Tyne
1, Northumberland, United Kingdom, NE12 9FA
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