Are you passionate about making an impact on real world issues through effective communication? Do you have experience in developing and implementing communication strategies for an organisation or movement? Do you want a chance to work in a collaborative team but also self-direct your work?

If so, you might be the perfect candidate for the role of Communications Manager at Friends Provident Foundation.

Friends Provident Foundation is an independent, endowed charity based in York - with a big ambition to build a fair economy and better world. A belief in equity and social justice, striving for fairness, truth and integrity, empowering communities and stewardship of the Earth underpins all we do.

As Communications Manager, you will be responsible for:

Planning, creating, and delivering engaging and impactful communication campaigns across various channels, such as social media, website, email, press and events. Managing the charity's brand identity and reputation, ensuring consistency and quality across all communication materials and platforms. Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, such as grantholders, trustees, funding partners, investees, donors, advisers, and the media. Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness and impact of communication activities, using data and feedback to inform future decisions and actions. Developing individual communications projects and products to help us achieve our organisational goals. To be successful in this role, you will need:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and purposes. Creativity and innovation, with the ability to generate and implement new ideas and solutions. At least three years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the not-for-profit sector. Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. A positive and collaborative attitude, with the ability to work well with others and adapt to changing situations. What we can offer you:

A competitive salary of from GBP35,000 per year, depending on experience. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our commitment to fostering a supportive and fulfilling work environment. A generous pension scheme, with 13% employer contribution; Life insurance cover; Climate Perks scheme, offering paid journey days to facilitate the choice of low-carbon holiday travel, aligning our values with environmental consciousness; Generous compassionate and carer's leave; Maternity and enhanced parental leave, and we are a family-friendly workplace; Relocation costs; We offer a flexible and supportive work environment, with opportunities for learning and development. If you share our ambitions and are interested in joining our team, please visit our website to download the application pack.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer, where equity and social justice is one of our central domains in creating a fair economy, better world. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including age, disability, class, race, sexuality, and gender identity.

If you have a disability and would like to request an application form in a different format, or discuss your application at any point, please contact

We are a Living Wage employer.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 10 January, 9am.