Head of Communications

Work for a charity as a Head of Communications.

Hybrid – Central London - £50,000 - £60,000 per annum (Inclusive of London Supplement) per annum – the client is happy to consider the role as an FTC 12 month contract or on a permanent basis.

The Head of Communications will…

Build a high performing communications team serving the UK and other target countries, to build the organisations profile, income and influence through a range of communications channels. The postholder will lead the development and delivery of an ambitious new Communications Strategy.

Line manage a high-performing team that is ambitious and passionate.

Manage the team’s budget.

Develop and lead an ambitious and impactful cross-organisational communications strategy –including earned media, digital and PR.

Develop a crisis communications strategy and ensure the organisation has the resources and capacities needed to manage external and internal crises.

Work with fundraising colleagues to develop a new focus on marketing and brand development and coordinate impactful cross-team campaigns.

Act as a spokesperson for the organisation in the media as appropriate, and ensure that all spokespersons are properly briefed, managed and supported.

Report to the organisations SMT and Board on press activity, trends and upcoming opportunities.

What we look for

Strong network of key national and international media.

Excellent eye to detail and commitment to high speed and high-quality writing and editing.

Charity sector experience.

What we offer

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 inclusive of London Supplement.

Can be FTC 12 months or permanent (the client is open to both options).

Hybrid, 2 days on site, 3 days wfh.

5 days week – 37.5 hours.

Central London.