ActionAid Uk Director of Communications
CONTRACT: Permanent
SALARY: £65,604 - £69,791
LOCATION: Central London
CLOSING DATE: 7 May 2013
SALARY: £65,604 - £69,791
LOCATION: Central London
CLOSING DATE: 7 May 2013
At ActionAid we've undergone significant planned change to ensure we are better positioned to deliver lasting solutions to the problems of global poverty. A new structure and fresh thinking has re-energised the organisation. We've now created fantastic career opportunities for experienced sector professionals who want to be part of an organisation that is delivering a bold strategy to provide sustained improvements to the poorest and most excluded people in the world. Join our action to end poverty now and be part of something truly amazing.
As Director of Communications you will be a member of our UK Senior Leadership Team and the chief professional advisor to our Executive Director and Board of Trustees on communications issues, and the person ultimately accountable for this part of our operation. A skilled corporate leader you will take responsibility for the strategic development and efficient delivery of key aspects of communications work - including brand identity and awareness,media relations, digital communications, our work in schools and with young people.
You will provide creative leadership and deliver impactful communications assets that engage our audiences better in line with our brand strategy and in a way that consistently articulates the voice of poor people at its heart. Vital will be the ability to build a strong Departmental team which has a well-defined role, effectively delivers and operates with a high level of efficiency and accountability, and produces optimum outcomes with our resources.
With a record of building high performance teams you will have extensive experience in formulating, implementing and controlling strategic direction and the ability to manage vision and purpose in your department as well as contribute to the wider organisation. Able to demonstrate the ability to develop a learning environment where creativity and innovation is encouraged, you will be comfortable supporting the delivery of large, complex projects with multi-stakeholders.
Your expertise in controlling budgets, audience insight and track record of delivering high profile communications output for diverse groups as part of a public campaign will be second to none. You will also need the skills to build exceptionally strong, influential working relationships across a global organisation particularly at a senior level and across cross-cultural groups.
To apply
Please email your CV, covering letter and equal opportunities monitoring form to jobs@actionaid.org
About your application:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity.
Recruitment consultancies / agencies should not approach ActionAid with regards to open vacancies. We regret that agency candidates will not be considered.
All interested applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
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