Lead strategic communications, governance, and fundraising initiatives that strengthen brand, foster an inclusive culture, and secure diverse funding to sustain impact.

• Shape and guide effective strategic communications and marketing initiatives that elevate brand recognition, effectively share our story and engage key stakeholders.
• Actively contribute to strategic planning, governance, and organisational management to create an inclusive working culture.
• Collaborate with a team of passionate colleagues who share a vision for a world where all children and young people achieve their creative potential and provide empathetic line management for members of the Marketing and Communications team.
• Contribute to the Fundraising and Development Strategy, cultivating diverse funding sources and fostering strong relationships with funders for long-term sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Shape and guide effective strategic communications and marketing initiatives that elevate brand recognition, effectively share our story and engage key stakeholders.
• Actively contribute to strategic planning, governance, and organisational management to create an inclusive working culture.
• Collaborate with a team of passionate colleagues who share a vision for a world where all children and young people achieve their creative potential and provide empathetic line management for members of the Marketing and Communications team.
• Contribute to the Fundraising and Development Strategy, cultivating diverse funding sources and fostering strong relationships with funders for long-term sustainability.

Requirements

• An inclusive and empathetic leader who can inspire others and lead strategic initiative.
• Effective communicator who can craft compelling narratives and cultivate strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Impact and values-driven with proven experience of achieving impact through data-driven strategic leadership
• A strong connection with our values.
• Experienced, versatile and adaptable, with the ability to navigate the unique challenges of the role with flexibility, kindness, and confidence.

Nice to have

• We welcome applications from people who have transferable skills and/or do not meet every skill requirement.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave per year with an extra day for each year of service up to 30 days (plus bank holidays, pro rata).
• Study leave, up to 5 days per year.
• Up to 3 days paid time off for volunteering per year.
• Membership to our employer-funded health cash plan.
• Access to our free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, including free short-term counselling.