Cancer Stories Manager

Cancer Research UK; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer research organization in the UK is seeking a talented communications professional to develop impactful narratives that connect audiences with the stories of those affected by cancer. The role involves managing complex campaigns, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring the quality and representation of stories shared. Ideal candidates will have strong communications skills, project management experience, and a passion for storytelling to help make a difference in cancer awareness.

Qualifications

• Experienced communications professional with a background in journalism, media, PR or similar.
• Ability to craft compelling case studies that connect with audiences.
• Experience in managing complex campaigns with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Source and share authentic stories of individuals affected by cancer.
• Manage high-profile campaigns and work with internal teams and external partners.
• Collaborate with teams to use case studies effectively for better impact.

Skills

Communications expertise

Storytelling skills

Project management

Creative thinking

Volunteer engagement

Influencing and decision-making

Sensitivity and resilience

Data management

Job description

Requirements

• Communications expertise: You're an experienced communications professional with a background in journalism, media, PR or similar.
• Storytelling skills: You can spot a powerful story, and craft compelling case studies that bring campaigns to life and connect with audiences.
• Project management: You've managed complex campaigns with multiple stakeholders (both internal and external) and tight deadlines.
• Creative thinking: You bring fresh ideas and new perspectives to how we share stories, finding creative ways to bring real stories to the heart of our communications
• Volunteer engagement: You understand how to build trust and support people affected by cancer as they share their experiences.
• Influencing and decision-making: You can communicate clearly, build consensus, and make confident decisions within guidelines.
• Sensitivity and resilience: You're experienced in handling sensitive situations and understand the emotional impact of working with people affected by cancer, including children and young people.
• Data management: Familiarity with CRMs, data compliance and GDPR is desirable.

Our organisation values

Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism.

About Cancer Research UK

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you. At Cancer Research UK, we know that behind every statistic is a person with a story. These stories have the power to inspire, connect, and drive change.

What will I be doing?

• Bring stories to life: You'll source and share powerful, authentic stories of people affected by cancer to show the human impact of our work in our marketing and communications - from national campaigns and press coverage to social media and major fundraising events and activity.
• Lead complex projects: Manage high‑profile campaigns and initiatives, working with internal teams and external partners to deliver impactful content and drive forward new ways of working.
• Be the expert: Collaborate with teams across the charity, offering guidance on how to use case studies effectively. You'll use insights and evaluation to shape our approach and ensure the stories we share make a real difference.
• Champion our volunteers: Build and nurture relationships with people affected by cancer who choose to share their experiences. You'll recruit new story volunteers, maintain strong connections with existing ones, and make sure their wellbeing is always our priority.
• Create compelling content: Identify and develop powerful cancer stories interviewing volunteers and crafting narratives that show the human impact of cancer and the importance of our work.
• Promote inclusion: Ensure our campaigns reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, so everyone can see themselves represented in our work.
• Ensure best practice: Maintain a high‑quality database of story volunteers, ensuring data is managed securely and in line with compliance standards.
• Lead and support: Provide guidance to Senior Officers in the team and contribute to the development of our Cancer Stories strategy - driving innovation and measuring impact.