Media Manager

Patriot Properties Group; Little London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK charity focused on poverty alleviation is seeking a Media Manager to craft strategies that influence public opinion and elevate its mission. This role involves identifying news stories, shaping media strategies, and building relationships with journalists. The ideal candidate will have multimedia experience in press offices or newsrooms and possess excellent communication skills. The organization values equity and diversity, encouraging applicants from varied backgrounds. The position is based in Little London and requires a minimum of 2 days per week in the office, with flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Part-time options available

Qualifications

• Media experience in a newsroom or press office is essential.
• Ability to develop and execute media strategies is required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify compelling news stories that engage media and political debate.
• Shape and implement media strategies effectively.
• Build and maintain media relationships.

Skills

Media experience in a newsroom or press office

Strong understanding of mainstream media and political debates

Excellent communication skills

Ability to develop media strategies

Experience collaborating with stakeholders

Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Job description

Overview

Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)

London or York, minimum 2 days per week in the office

Do you want to make change happen?

Join our small, dedicated media team at the Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) and help create a world free from poverty.

Purpose of the Role

As a Media Manager, you’ll craft and execute media strategies that influence public and political opinion, foster relationships with key journalists, and elevate JRF’s mission. Your work will directly impact the national conversation on poverty, driving change and social justice.

Responsibilities

• Identify compelling news stories that resonate with mainstream media and political debates.
• Shape and implement media strategy to turn great policy ideas into media successes.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets.
• Represent JRF’s mission in media interactions and public forums.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on complex projects.
• Adapt quickly to evolving media landscape and explore new ways to engage the public.

What We’re Looking For

We need someone with media experience, whether from a newsroom or a press office, and the flexibility to quickly adapt to various topics. Specialism is a plus, but versatility is key.

• Media experience in a newsroom, press office, or similar role.
• Strong understanding of mainstream media and political debates.
• Ability to develop and execute media strategies.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders and partners.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti‑racism.

Benefits

We support flexible working arrangements. We also offer part‑time options and are open to appointing two part‑time staff to fill the full‑time role.

About Us

The Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) is dedicated to ending poverty in the UK by developing innovative policy solutions, supporting communities to identify and address their needs, and campaigning for systemic change. Through research, advocacy, and partnerships, JRF seeks to accelerate the transition to a fairer, more equitable society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, with a focus on improving the lives of those most affected by poverty.

JRF is deeply committed to the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti‑racism. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds who share that commitment and who, if appointed, will use their professional sphere of influence to help us advance these principles in our work. As a disability confident employer, let us know if you require adjustments in the application and interview process.

We operate an anonymised recruitment process so that bias is eliminated from the shortlisting process.

How To Apply

If you share our passion and this role sounds like you, we’re looking forward to hearing from you.

Please submit your CV and supporting information via our website.

Application closing date: 23:59 on Monday 12th January 2026.

Interviews will take place week commencing 2nd February 2026.