Tender: PR & Crisis Communications Agency for Raven Housing Trust – Media Relations and Reputation Management

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Raven Housing Trust is seeking a supplier for an experienced and proactive PR and communications agency to work in partnership with its in-house Marketing and Communications Team as a strategic communications partner, delivering high-quality PR, media relations, reputation management and crisis communications support to strengthen Raven's profile, protect its reputation and support its wider organisational objectives. The appointed agency will provide strategic PR and reputation management support, proactive and reactive media relations, horizon scanning, thought leadership opportunities, crisis communications including 24/7 support, media training for senior leaders, and ongoing performance reporting and strategic advice; the provider must demonstrate a strong understanding of the social housing sector, offer challenge and independent insight, identify opportunities proactively, provide trusted advice during sensitive or fast-moving issues, operate as an extension of Raven's team and develop collaborative long-term relationships with key stakeholders. The contract commences on 31 March 2027 for an initial period of two years with an option to extend for a further two years at Raven's discretion.