Senior Communications Manager

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Maidstone is seeking a Senior Communications Manager for a fixed-term contract until March 2026. This role involves delivering strategic communications, managing a team, and ensuring effective PR and internal communications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the charity sector and excellent skills in communications planning and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Experience leading communications in a charity.
• Proven track record in campaign development.
• Excellent writing skills to engage audiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the communications and engagement strategy.
• Develop and coordinate creative communications campaigns.
• Manage a multi-skilled communications team.

Skills

Communications Planning

Campaign Strategy

Stakeholder Management

Reputation Management

Team Leadership

Crisis Communications

Writing Skills

Education

Experience in Communications in a Charity or Non-Profit

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Senior Communications Manager, Maidstone

Client: New Appointments Group

Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

Job Description:

We are working with a charitable organisation in the Canterbury area who are looking for a Senior Communications Manager to be employed on a fixed term contract until 31st March 2026.

Offering a salary of £38,800-£42,800/annum (pro-rata), hybrid working, and a flexible working pattern of 22.5-30 hours per week. This is a great role for the right person.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Deliver the communications and engagement strategy monitoring success against key metrics.
• Develop/coordinate compelling and creative communications campaigns to help us reach, engage and influence new and existing audiences.
• Manage a multi-skilled communications team, supporting professional development and driving continuous improvement.
• Oversee and drive effective PR for the charity, working with external partners.
• Safeguard the charity's reputation through careful planning and crisis comms.
• Coordinate and lead on the production of publications including annual reports.
• Drive internal communications to ensure staff understand their roles in delivering the charity's priorities and vision.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers such as graphic designers, web developers, filmmakers, and creative agencies, tracking project financials.
• Collaborate with the Head of Fundraising and Fundraising Team to create content supporting campaigns.
• Work some unsocial hours (including weekends) to support communication and fundraising activities.

Management Responsibilities:

• Recruit, induct, and develop high-performing staff.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, conduct PDRs, and meet learning needs as per HR policies. Hold regular 1-to-1 meetings with direct reports.
• Participate in relevant training and contribute to team relationships.
• Ensure teams adhere to policies and procedures, including HR, Finance, Communications, and Fundraising.
• Experience leading a communications function in a charity or non-profit organization.
• Proven track record of developing integrated campaigns and content strategies across multiple channels.
• Experience in communications planning, prioritisation, and evaluation.
• Experience in developing a brand aligned with organisational objectives.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to craft compelling stories to engage audiences.
• Experience handling press enquiries and managing reputation and risks.
• Experience managing senior stakeholders and their priorities.

Local candidates only. Candidates must already be able to live and work in the UK without restrictions.

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