Communications Manager

Role: Communications Manager 

Hours: Full-time

Pay: Up to £41,000 GBP (dependent on experience)

Duration: Permanent 

Right to work: Applications are accepted only from those with the right to work in the UK.

Location: Manchester, UK (hybrid working available) with international deployment

Are you a dynamic and dedicated communications expert ready to help UK-Med in its mission to provide life-saving medical aid? Do you have the skills to craft compelling content that motivates action? 

UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.

We are one of the foremost emergency health charities during disasters and emergencies and are charting a path toward ambitious growth. Our goal is to expand our reach and engage a broader audience to support our critical, life-saving efforts.

As Communications Manager, you will play a key role in our integrated communications, marketing, brand development, and digital campaign efforts. Your responsibilities will encompass both the management of strategic plans and the hands-on execution of various activities, including deployment and field content.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to drive UK-Med's mission forward, reaching new heights in audience engagement and support for our vital humanitarian work.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference.

This is a fantastic platform to build your communications career providing opportunities to tell inspiring stories and working with stakeholders such as WHO, IOM, UK Government, UK and international universities, and the media.

How to apply

We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack - Communications Manager before applying for this role.

To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (no more than 2 pages) that includes a detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the essential criteria in the person specification.

Applications must be submitted through our online jobs portal below no later than Monday 3rd March 2025.

This role is based in the UK, and applications are accepted only from candidates with the right to work in the UK.

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion.  We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.