Global Communications Lead, EMEEA & GPA

Gates Foundation - UK Office; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Paid family leave

Retirement contribution

Regional holidays

Employee communities

Job summary

The Gates Foundation, based in London, seeks a Senior Communications Officer to lead strategic communications for Europe, the Middle East and Africa regions. The role involves shaping global voice, writing key messages, and coordinating editorial planning to support advocacy and program objectives.

Travel 30-40% to France, Southern Europe, the Middle East and the US is expected. You will oversee media relations, develop narratives, and collaborate with Seattle stakeholders to advance priorities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and senior-level experience in journalism, communications, public relations, public policy or a related field.
• Experience working with the full range of media (print, broadcast, digital) in target countries.
• Proven track record leading complex communications initiatives and managing executive communications and reputational risk.

Responsibilities

• Provide communications counsel to program colleagues, grantees and partners.
• Develop and manage a portfolio of grants and contracts.
• Lead media relations, PR, enquiries and relationships at senior levels.
• Cultivate partnerships with creators, influencers and the entertainment sector.
• Develop messaging and support leadership trips including speaking and media opportunities.
• Collaborate with government and grantees on country communications to elevate priority issues.

Skills

Journalism

Communications

Public relations

Public policy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Gates Foundation, based in London, seeks a Senior Communications Officer to lead strategic communications for Europe, the Middle East and Africa regions. The role involves shaping global voice, writing key messages, and coordinating editorial planning to support advocacy and program objectives.

Travel 30-40% to France, Southern Europe, the Middle East and the US is expected. You will oversee media relations, develop narratives, and collaborate with Seattle stakeholders to advance priorities,