Communications Manager (fixed term until June 2026)

ACF; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking a Communications Manager to develop and implement communications strategies related to funding programmes. You will work closely with partners to amplify their stories and the impact of funding, while managing relationships with media and overseeing a communications budget.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a charity context.
• Ability to create engaging content for various platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communications plans for funding programmes.
• Manage delivery partners for communication activities.
• Create engaging content such as videos, blogs, and case studies.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Content Creation

Digital Media

Diversity and Inclusion

Job description

Communications Manager (fixed term until June 2026)

Co-op Foundation

Summary

As our Communications Manager, you'll lead the development and delivery of communications relating to funding programmes and learning and impact. You'll amplify and support the work of our funded partners to expand and diversify the reach of our funding, promoting our co-operative approach to grant making to reach those most in need of support. You'll have the opportunity to get to know our partners, tell their stories, and showcase the impactful work we do together.

Application Deadline

7/11/2025

Job Description

The Co-op Foundation is the Co-op's charity, focused on grant making and campaigning with a co-operative difference. We care about shifting power to young people through our funding and campaigning, trusting our partners to serve their communities. More about us can be found at our website.

As our Communications Manager, you will:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate integrated communications plans for funding programmes.
• Lead on a D, E & I workplan within the Communications team.
• Manage delivery partners contracted for communications activities.
• Create engaging content such as videos, case studies, blogs, and photos.
• Oversee contracts with external agencies and partners.
• Build relationships with media outlets and journalists for PR activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams.
• Manage the communications budget.

Ideal candidate profile:

• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging diverse audiences across digital channels.
• Experience working in a busy charity communications team, managing multiple projects.
• Proven ability to design and execute integrated campaigns with monitoring and evaluation tools.
• Experience creating content for social media and websites.
• Good understanding of diversity, equality, and inclusion in communications.

Location

Remote, with an expectation to be in Manchester at least once every six weeks.

How to Apply

Learn about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process. We are committed to diversity and inclusion; details are at our website. Applications may close early. An online assessment of 45-60 minutes is required unless you are a current Co-op colleague.