Global Communications Director

Competitive Salary

Manchester Area

Office Based

Do you want to help make the world a better place in your next role?

Is working for a purpose-driven organisation important to you?

Do you want to be involved in global change?

Forward Role have partnered with a global charity to find a new Global Communications Director to lead their global communications team. The new director will provide support across all divisions and contribute to the strategic vision of the charity on a global scale. They operate globally to assist with poverty, natural disaster and social injustice by providing solutions like medical aid, education, food and critical intervention. This is the perfect opportunity for you if you want to be involved in global change and making a difference. 

About the role…

• Contribute to strategic vision for the charity on a global basis.
• Day to day oversight and management of the global communications team.
• Devise and oversee annual communications plans & budgets.
• Provide training, coaching and performance management of the global communications team.
• Oversight of key functions including the creative, web development, PR, advocacy and global communications.
• Manage production pipeline, including shoots, pre and post-production, and graphic design and video team.
• Develop on-brand creative concepts in collaboration with core clients.
• Build positive relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Ensure web development team follows quality guidelines and release processes including performance, speed, accessibility, quality assurance, SEO and security standards.
• Develop key contacts within media and build strategic relationships with MPs and thought leaders.
• Monitor key PR and advocacy metrics and report to Board of Directors and Board of Trustees.
• Execute emergency campaigns and crisis communications.
• Improve creative output efficiency and quality, ensuring value for money and ensure the production and delivery of high-quality content.

What they are looking for…

• You will have a degree in one of the following disciplines: Graphic Design, Communications, Digital Marketing, PR, Marketing etc.
• You will have over 8 years’ experience working in communications.
• You will have had some experience across all disciplines including graphic design, video, copywriting, PR and website.
• Previous experience managing a team.
• Ideally you will have managed / worked in an international team.
• Proven track record of delivering results and meeting stakeholder needs.
• A creative and innovative approach.
• Strong communications skills to ensure effective stakeholder management.
• Experience leading on strategy.
• Must be happy with occasional international travel.

What’s in it for you…

• Competitive salary.
• 35 days including bank holidays.
• The opportunity to work for a purpose-driven organisation and help to make the world a better place.
• Work for an international organisation.
• Employee perks like discounts, memberships and 24/7 private GP access.
  
  

Interested in this role? Please send across your CV to amber@forwardrole.com or APPLY NOW!

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