Head of Communications - Charity (Maternity Cover, Hybrid)

Khr - Recruitment Specialists; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year

Benenden Healthcare

Up to 5% pension

Learning & development support

Job summary

KHR is working with a prominent UK-based charity to recruit a Head of Communications for maternity cover in Ashford, Kent. This senior role leads the charity’s communications strategy across marketing and PR, shaping messaging and public presence.

You will oversee the annual communications plan, manage media relations, lead a team, and drive awareness campaigns while managing budgets and stakeholder relationships. Hybrid work is offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a senior communications role, preferably within a non-profit organisation.
• Excellent line management and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations and social media management.
• Experience developing compelling content for various communications channels.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the annual operating plan for the charity’s communications, marketing, and PR activity.
• Manage the charity’s reputation and ensure preparedness for potential crisis situations.
• Oversee the Communications Team in implementing the communications strategy, ensuring impactful public messaging.
• Lead the development and delivery of awareness-raising campaigns.
• Manage relationships with media outlets and ensure timely responses to public comments.
• Oversee website management and internal communications.
• Lead and manage line reports, providing support and supervision.
• Set, manage, and review the budget for communications.

Skills

Line management

Media relations

Social media management

Content development

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

Degree in Communications/PR/Marketing

Job description

KHR is working with a prominent UK-based charity to recruit a Head of Communications for maternity cover in Ashford, Kent. This senior role leads the charity’s communications strategy across marketing and PR, shaping messaging and public presence.

You will oversee the annual communications plan, manage media relations, lead a team, and drive awareness campaigns while managing budgets and stakeholder relationships. Hybrid work is offered.