Deputy Director National Forecasting and Warning Service The Environment Agency exists to protect and enhance our natural world, creating healthier places for people and wildlife while supporting sustainable development for generations to come. Since 1996, the EA has grown into a nationwide organisation of more than 12,000 dedicated professionals, with a head office in Bristol and teams based across England, all working together to safeguard the environment. The Environment Agency are now looking for a leader who can help drive one of our most vital national services. As Deputy Director National Forecasting and Warning Service, you will: Deliver high quality, efficient, round the clock forecasting and warning services that operate 24/7/365. Develop and strengthen our national forecasting capability to meet the accelerating impacts of climate change and rising environmental risks-while responding to the needs of communities, partners and public safety. Identify and champion opportunities to commercialise services, supporting long-term sustainability and aligning with the Environment Agency's strategic goals. Act as a national and global ambassador for forecasting and warning services-shaping dialogue, influencing policy and research, and building partnerships across the public and private sectors, both in the UK and internationally. Role Overview: The Environment Agency's Flood Forecasting and Warning Service operates within a dynamic and increasingly challenging context shaped by climate change, urbanisation, and evolving public expectations. Increasing flood risks especially from surface water and extreme weather events demand more accurate and timely forecasts. Some of the service is delivered in partnership with the Met Office through the Flood Forecasting Centre, combining meteorological and hydrological expertise. It is supported by government funding and strategic planning aimed at improving resilience and public trust. The role holder will tackle some of the UK's most pressing environmental challenges. Enhancing surface water forecasting: Develop innovative approaches to predict fast-moving, localised flood events with greater accuracy and lead time. Ensuring public safety: Create clear, actionable communications that empower citizens and communities to respond effectively to flood warnings. Advancing forecasting technology: Contribute to the evolution of hydrological and meteorological models and forecasting systems, integrating cutting-edge data and tools. Strengthening resilience infrastructure: implement a co-ordinated and risk-based approach to service improvements for the country Maximising impact within resource constraints: Work collaboratively across agencies to deliver high-quality services efficiently and sustainably. The role holder will oversee the continued embedding of re-grouped forecasting and warning staff and their efficient and effective working as one new end-to-end service within the Environment Agency, building a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and shared ownership. They will champion integration across disciplines, foster innovation in flood forecasting, and ensure that teams are empowered to deliver timely, accurate, and actionable warnings. Role Specific Accountabilities: Provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Forecasting and Warning Service to ensure the effective, efficient, and high-quality delivery of the service, aligned with organisational priorities and stakeholder expectations. Leads the transformation of a resilient, high-performing 24/7/365 national service, capable of meeting the complex demands of climate change, growing risk, and public expectation Acts as a national ambassador and spokesperson for forecasting and warning. Shapes national dialogue on forecasting and warning, and preparedness standards. Forges strategic alliances with UK and international partners for F&W. Focusses on sharing insight and strengthening capability. Position the EA as a global leader in F&W. Anticipates, owns and manages strategic risks and issues for F&W including the FFC. Addresses risks and issues within the wider IMOR portfolio. Influences national research and policy agendas. Shape national dialogue with government, emergency services, media, and the public on forecasting and climate preparedness and national incident response strategy, ensuring forecasting and warning services are embedded and future-proof. Identifying opportunities to commercialise F&W services and generate income, ensuring they align with organisational objectives, add value, and strengthen the long-term sustainability and impact of the service Essential Criteria: Proven track record of strategic leadership across large, dispersed teams Experience of delivering complex programmes and embedding new ways of working Strong project and programme appraisal, assurance, and delivery capability High-level stakeholder engagement and influencing experience across government and partners Excellent communication skills, including briefing both technical and non-technical audiences Proven ability to balance competing priorities and deliver through others Significant experience leading organisational change and fostering inclusive, high-performing teams Politically astute, with experience navigating complex environments In addition, you will provide strategic leadership to approximately 158 full time equivalent specialists with 7 direct reports. Including oversight of the Flood Forecasting Centre partnership with the Met Office. For further information please contact Andrew Timlin - or Owen Quant - If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team. We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
Feb 02, 2026
Full time
Deputy Director National Forecasting and Warning Service The Environment Agency exists to protect and enhance our natural world, creating healthier places for people and wildlife while supporting sustainable development for generations to come. Since 1996, the EA has grown into a nationwide organisation of more than 12,000 dedicated professionals, with a head office in Bristol and teams based across England, all working together to safeguard the environment. The Environment Agency are now looking for a leader who can help drive one of our most vital national services. As Deputy Director National Forecasting and Warning Service, you will: Deliver high quality, efficient, round the clock forecasting and warning services that operate 24/7/365. Develop and strengthen our national forecasting capability to meet the accelerating impacts of climate change and rising environmental risks-while responding to the needs of communities, partners and public safety. Identify and champion opportunities to commercialise services, supporting long-term sustainability and aligning with the Environment Agency's strategic goals. Act as a national and global ambassador for forecasting and warning services-shaping dialogue, influencing policy and research, and building partnerships across the public and private sectors, both in the UK and internationally. Role Overview: The Environment Agency's Flood Forecasting and Warning Service operates within a dynamic and increasingly challenging context shaped by climate change, urbanisation, and evolving public expectations. Increasing flood risks especially from surface water and extreme weather events demand more accurate and timely forecasts. Some of the service is delivered in partnership with the Met Office through the Flood Forecasting Centre, combining meteorological and hydrological expertise. It is supported by government funding and strategic planning aimed at improving resilience and public trust. The role holder will tackle some of the UK's most pressing environmental challenges. Enhancing surface water forecasting: Develop innovative approaches to predict fast-moving, localised flood events with greater accuracy and lead time. Ensuring public safety: Create clear, actionable communications that empower citizens and communities to respond effectively to flood warnings. Advancing forecasting technology: Contribute to the evolution of hydrological and meteorological models and forecasting systems, integrating cutting-edge data and tools. Strengthening resilience infrastructure: implement a co-ordinated and risk-based approach to service improvements for the country Maximising impact within resource constraints: Work collaboratively across agencies to deliver high-quality services efficiently and sustainably. The role holder will oversee the continued embedding of re-grouped forecasting and warning staff and their efficient and effective working as one new end-to-end service within the Environment Agency, building a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and shared ownership. They will champion integration across disciplines, foster innovation in flood forecasting, and ensure that teams are empowered to deliver timely, accurate, and actionable warnings. Role Specific Accountabilities: Provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Forecasting and Warning Service to ensure the effective, efficient, and high-quality delivery of the service, aligned with organisational priorities and stakeholder expectations. Leads the transformation of a resilient, high-performing 24/7/365 national service, capable of meeting the complex demands of climate change, growing risk, and public expectation Acts as a national ambassador and spokesperson for forecasting and warning. Shapes national dialogue on forecasting and warning, and preparedness standards. Forges strategic alliances with UK and international partners for F&W. Focusses on sharing insight and strengthening capability. Position the EA as a global leader in F&W. Anticipates, owns and manages strategic risks and issues for F&W including the FFC. Addresses risks and issues within the wider IMOR portfolio. Influences national research and policy agendas. Shape national dialogue with government, emergency services, media, and the public on forecasting and climate preparedness and national incident response strategy, ensuring forecasting and warning services are embedded and future-proof. Identifying opportunities to commercialise F&W services and generate income, ensuring they align with organisational objectives, add value, and strengthen the long-term sustainability and impact of the service Essential Criteria: Proven track record of strategic leadership across large, dispersed teams Experience of delivering complex programmes and embedding new ways of working Strong project and programme appraisal, assurance, and delivery capability High-level stakeholder engagement and influencing experience across government and partners Excellent communication skills, including briefing both technical and non-technical audiences Proven ability to balance competing priorities and deliver through others Significant experience leading organisational change and fostering inclusive, high-performing teams Politically astute, with experience navigating complex environments In addition, you will provide strategic leadership to approximately 158 full time equivalent specialists with 7 direct reports. Including oversight of the Flood Forecasting Centre partnership with the Met Office. For further information please contact Andrew Timlin - or Owen Quant - If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team. We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
Head of Parks and Open Spaces Salary: Up to £79,807 plus generous pension and benefits Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 8th February Southend-on-Sea is an ambitious, growing city - vibrant, diverse, and proud of its stunning coastline, green spaces, and thriving communities. At the heart of this is our award-winning Parks and Open Spaces service, which frequently attract Green Flag awards. We are now looking for an exceptional leader to take this success to the next level. As Head of Parks and Open Spaces, you will have the opportunity to strategically shape service delivery for the city, influencing how green spaces are managed and enhanced through innovative approaches and future-focused planning. This is a role that goes beyond operational excellence - it's about creating a sustainable legacy for future generations, embedding climate resilience, biodiversity, and community wellbeing at the core of everything we do. You will lead a large and diverse portfolio, including parks, allotments, cemeteries, tree management, outdoor sports facilities, and Southend's own nursery. With responsibility for significant budgets and a workforce of around 150 FTE, you will ensure services are safe, legal, and compliant while driving continuous improvement and innovation. This is a pivotal moment for Southend. With devolution and regional collaboration shaping the future of local government, you will play a key role in forging partnerships across Essex and beyond, influencing policy and delivery models that benefit residents, business and visitors alike. Your ability to build alliances, mentor teams, and proactively engage with elected Members will be critical to success. We are looking for a progressive, visionary leader with deep expertise in parks and open spaces, strong commercial acumen, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality, customer-focused services. You will combine strategic thinking with operational credibility, and you will be passionate about sustainability, innovation, and community impact. If you are ready to take on a role where your leadership will shape the future of one of the UK's most exciting cities - and influence the wider regional agenda - we would love to hear from you. For an informal discussion, please contact Simon Winspear at our recruitment partners, Hays Executive, on . Southend-on-Sea City Council is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from female leaders and individuals from multi-ethnic backgrounds, who are currently under-represented at senior levels within our organisation.
Feb 01, 2026
Full time
Head of Parks and Open Spaces Salary: Up to £79,807 plus generous pension and benefits Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 8th February Southend-on-Sea is an ambitious, growing city - vibrant, diverse, and proud of its stunning coastline, green spaces, and thriving communities. At the heart of this is our award-winning Parks and Open Spaces service, which frequently attract Green Flag awards. We are now looking for an exceptional leader to take this success to the next level. As Head of Parks and Open Spaces, you will have the opportunity to strategically shape service delivery for the city, influencing how green spaces are managed and enhanced through innovative approaches and future-focused planning. This is a role that goes beyond operational excellence - it's about creating a sustainable legacy for future generations, embedding climate resilience, biodiversity, and community wellbeing at the core of everything we do. You will lead a large and diverse portfolio, including parks, allotments, cemeteries, tree management, outdoor sports facilities, and Southend's own nursery. With responsibility for significant budgets and a workforce of around 150 FTE, you will ensure services are safe, legal, and compliant while driving continuous improvement and innovation. This is a pivotal moment for Southend. With devolution and regional collaboration shaping the future of local government, you will play a key role in forging partnerships across Essex and beyond, influencing policy and delivery models that benefit residents, business and visitors alike. Your ability to build alliances, mentor teams, and proactively engage with elected Members will be critical to success. We are looking for a progressive, visionary leader with deep expertise in parks and open spaces, strong commercial acumen, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality, customer-focused services. You will combine strategic thinking with operational credibility, and you will be passionate about sustainability, innovation, and community impact. If you are ready to take on a role where your leadership will shape the future of one of the UK's most exciting cities - and influence the wider regional agenda - we would love to hear from you. For an informal discussion, please contact Simon Winspear at our recruitment partners, Hays Executive, on . Southend-on-Sea City Council is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from female leaders and individuals from multi-ethnic backgrounds, who are currently under-represented at senior levels within our organisation.
Citizens UK Citizens UK is the UK's biggest, most diverse and most effective people-powered alliance. We bring communities and local organisations together to work on issues that matter; from campaigning for zebra crossings on dangerous roads, to reforming the immigration system, to the Living Wage campaign. We have a track record of winning change through hundreds of local and national campaigns. We know everyday people have the ability to shape the world around them. We believe that through developing local leaders, we can drive nationwide change and create community-led solutions to big and small problems. Citizens UK has played a pioneering role in introducing and developing community sponsorship of refugees in the UK. In response to the Syrian refugee crisis in 2015, we campaigned successfully for the introduction of community sponsorship in the UK. Citizens UK was then instrumental in proving the model can work in the UK and through training, advocacy, and coordination, we have helped hundreds of local groups welcome thousands of refugee families. In 2022, Citizens UK expanded its work by launching the Communities for Ukraine programme, matching Ukrainian refugees with UK hosts and most recently has run Communities for Afghans, resettling dozens of refugees. Throughout, it has combined grassroots organising with national advocacy to build a sustainable, community-led model of refugee resettlement. In 2025, we campaigned successfully to persuade the Government to introduce 'named sponsorship', giving communities greater choice in who they would sponsor. This creates a huge opportunity to grow community sponsorship and to enable UK civil society to step up and honour our proud tradition of offering sanctuary. Head of Community Sponsorship Role This is a rare opportunity to lead Citizens UK's community sponsorship campaign and help build the movement that will be at the heart of a community-led welcome. This new role comes at an exciting and crucial time, as we seek to build and embed this new form of named community sponsorship in the UK. As Head of Community Sponsorship you will lead on our strategy to develop named sponsorship as a transformative part of the UK's approach to refugee resettlement and community power. This will involve building a broad-base of civil society partners ready to sponsor refugees and to add their voice to the campaign. You will lead on the campaigning and advocacy strategy as we ensure quality in the Government policy and cross-Party political support. Citizens UK acts as the Lead Sponsor for local community sponsorship groups and you will oversee their ongoing support and further engagement. The role foster collaboration with Citizens UK Organisers and alliances, develop sustainable funding strategies, and ensure alignment with Citizens UK's broader migration and transformation goals. The role will work alongside Citizens UK's Migrant and Refugee Organising Team and will contribute to the efforts to build the power to create a more welcoming country. You will lead on relationships with senior stakeholders, policy makers, and funders, and support the creation of campaigns and resources to expand public awareness and support for community sponsorship. With responsibilities spanning communications, and external representation, the role is key to shaping Citizens UK's refugee resettlement strategy and building its national impact as a driver of cohesion. Working as the Head of Community Sponsorship for Citizens UK, reporting to the Assistant Director for Migrant and Refugee Organising (MARO), your main responsibilities will include: Career Pathway Headings Objectives Contribute to Citizens UK and Project Strategic Objectives Build a broad and deep engagement across civil society in named sponsorship, demonstrating the potential for scale and the big tent of support. Develop and implement campaign approaches that secure policy goals and build cross-Party political support. Develop strategy that develops the leadership of local Citizens members and refugees, strengthens civic institutions and builds trust across difference. Build and Manage Projects & Achieve Work Targets Effectively Oversee multiple work strands, working in partnership. Develop and manage project workplans, KPIs and budgets, ensuring delivery to time, standard, and impact goals. Establish systems for performance tracking, evaluation, and continuous improvement across project streams. Learning, Expertise, Wellbeing & Inclusion Act as a senior expert in sponsorship strategy; coach and mentor staff and partners, and facilitate learning across departments and projects. Influence and lead the integration of equity, wellbeing and refugee voice into strategic decisions and delivery frameworks. Develop and Manage External Relationships Lead high-level relationships with national and senior stakeholders, including government departments (e.g. Home Office), civil society institutions and funders. Build and manage partnerships that advance sponsorship reform and position Citizens UK as a sector leader. Ensure stakeholder experience is consistently excellent and take the lead on resolving reputational risks or tensions. Communications Act as a senior spokesperson for Citizens UK's sponsorship work in the media, at public events, and in government or civil society forums. Lead the design and implementation of a high-profile communications strategy to influence narratives on refugee welcome and community leadership. Ensure communications align with ethical storytelling principles and amplify sponsor and refugee voices responsibly. Develop and Manage Internal Relationships Lead and develop high-performing cross-functional teams, with clear expectations, direction, and collaboration structures. Effectively line manage senior staff and foster shared leadership culture across sponsorship and Citizens UK team Ensure that the community sponsorship strategy is aligned with Citizens UK's other campaigns and work closely with other members of Migrant and Refugee Organising team. Contribute to senior leadership structures, including strategic planning processes and transformation initiatives. Generate Income and Resources Initiate and grow significant and sustainable income streams to fund Citizens UK's sponsorship work. Develop and lead high-value funding partnerships with trusts, foundations and strategic donors. Demonstrate strong budget oversight and ensure effective use of financial and human resources in sponsorship delivery. Personal Specification (D) Desirable, (E) Essential Qualifications Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field such as migration, social policy, international development, or community organising (D) Management or leadership qualification, or relevant CPD in project or programme management, public policy, or team leadership (D) Experience Proven experience in leading complex, multi-stakeholder programmes related to refugee resettlement, community organising, or social impact (E) Demonstrable track record of strategic leadership in a charity or community-focused setting (E) Experience of managing cross-functional teams to deliver against ambitious organisational goals (E) Experience of developing and sustaining strategic partnerships with civil society organisations, local authorities, or government departments (E) Experience in leading campaigning and influencing strategies to secure changes in Government policy (E) Experience of designing and implementing systems for monitoring, evaluation, and learning to track progress and report to funders and or government stakeholders (D) Demonstrable experience of driving collaborative campaigns or outreach efforts that engage diverse communities (E) Key skills and knowledge Strong leadership and team coordination skills - able to motivate, direct, and support multidisciplinary teams across multiple workstreams (E) Excellent project and performance management skills - able to set strategic priorities, delegate effectively, and ensure accountability (E) In-depth knowledge of refugee resettlement systems, community sponsorship models, and UK migration policy, including recent developments affecting Afghan and Ukrainian pathways (E) Knowledge and skills in community organising and an understanding of how community sponsorship and campaigning connect with and support the method and aims of organising (E) Outstanding written and verbal communication - confident in producing compelling cases for support, policy communications, and public messaging (E) Ability to design and deliver stakeholder engagement strategies, with a clear understanding of influencing policy and public opinion (E) Skilled in developing and managing strategic partnerships with funders, policy-makers, and community groups (E) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - able to assess complex challenges, identify risks, and implement effective solutions (E) Personal qualities & values A mission-driven leader with a passion for refugee rights, community empowerment, and social justice (E) Politically astute and able to navigate relationships with stakeholders from civil society, government . click apply for full job details
Feb 01, 2026
Full time
Citizens UK Citizens UK is the UK's biggest, most diverse and most effective people-powered alliance. We bring communities and local organisations together to work on issues that matter; from campaigning for zebra crossings on dangerous roads, to reforming the immigration system, to the Living Wage campaign. We have a track record of winning change through hundreds of local and national campaigns. We know everyday people have the ability to shape the world around them. We believe that through developing local leaders, we can drive nationwide change and create community-led solutions to big and small problems. Citizens UK has played a pioneering role in introducing and developing community sponsorship of refugees in the UK. In response to the Syrian refugee crisis in 2015, we campaigned successfully for the introduction of community sponsorship in the UK. Citizens UK was then instrumental in proving the model can work in the UK and through training, advocacy, and coordination, we have helped hundreds of local groups welcome thousands of refugee families. In 2022, Citizens UK expanded its work by launching the Communities for Ukraine programme, matching Ukrainian refugees with UK hosts and most recently has run Communities for Afghans, resettling dozens of refugees. Throughout, it has combined grassroots organising with national advocacy to build a sustainable, community-led model of refugee resettlement. In 2025, we campaigned successfully to persuade the Government to introduce 'named sponsorship', giving communities greater choice in who they would sponsor. This creates a huge opportunity to grow community sponsorship and to enable UK civil society to step up and honour our proud tradition of offering sanctuary. Head of Community Sponsorship Role This is a rare opportunity to lead Citizens UK's community sponsorship campaign and help build the movement that will be at the heart of a community-led welcome. This new role comes at an exciting and crucial time, as we seek to build and embed this new form of named community sponsorship in the UK. As Head of Community Sponsorship you will lead on our strategy to develop named sponsorship as a transformative part of the UK's approach to refugee resettlement and community power. This will involve building a broad-base of civil society partners ready to sponsor refugees and to add their voice to the campaign. You will lead on the campaigning and advocacy strategy as we ensure quality in the Government policy and cross-Party political support. Citizens UK acts as the Lead Sponsor for local community sponsorship groups and you will oversee their ongoing support and further engagement. The role foster collaboration with Citizens UK Organisers and alliances, develop sustainable funding strategies, and ensure alignment with Citizens UK's broader migration and transformation goals. The role will work alongside Citizens UK's Migrant and Refugee Organising Team and will contribute to the efforts to build the power to create a more welcoming country. You will lead on relationships with senior stakeholders, policy makers, and funders, and support the creation of campaigns and resources to expand public awareness and support for community sponsorship. With responsibilities spanning communications, and external representation, the role is key to shaping Citizens UK's refugee resettlement strategy and building its national impact as a driver of cohesion. Working as the Head of Community Sponsorship for Citizens UK, reporting to the Assistant Director for Migrant and Refugee Organising (MARO), your main responsibilities will include: Career Pathway Headings Objectives Contribute to Citizens UK and Project Strategic Objectives Build a broad and deep engagement across civil society in named sponsorship, demonstrating the potential for scale and the big tent of support. Develop and implement campaign approaches that secure policy goals and build cross-Party political support. Develop strategy that develops the leadership of local Citizens members and refugees, strengthens civic institutions and builds trust across difference. Build and Manage Projects & Achieve Work Targets Effectively Oversee multiple work strands, working in partnership. Develop and manage project workplans, KPIs and budgets, ensuring delivery to time, standard, and impact goals. Establish systems for performance tracking, evaluation, and continuous improvement across project streams. Learning, Expertise, Wellbeing & Inclusion Act as a senior expert in sponsorship strategy; coach and mentor staff and partners, and facilitate learning across departments and projects. Influence and lead the integration of equity, wellbeing and refugee voice into strategic decisions and delivery frameworks. Develop and Manage External Relationships Lead high-level relationships with national and senior stakeholders, including government departments (e.g. Home Office), civil society institutions and funders. Build and manage partnerships that advance sponsorship reform and position Citizens UK as a sector leader. Ensure stakeholder experience is consistently excellent and take the lead on resolving reputational risks or tensions. Communications Act as a senior spokesperson for Citizens UK's sponsorship work in the media, at public events, and in government or civil society forums. Lead the design and implementation of a high-profile communications strategy to influence narratives on refugee welcome and community leadership. Ensure communications align with ethical storytelling principles and amplify sponsor and refugee voices responsibly. Develop and Manage Internal Relationships Lead and develop high-performing cross-functional teams, with clear expectations, direction, and collaboration structures. Effectively line manage senior staff and foster shared leadership culture across sponsorship and Citizens UK team Ensure that the community sponsorship strategy is aligned with Citizens UK's other campaigns and work closely with other members of Migrant and Refugee Organising team. Contribute to senior leadership structures, including strategic planning processes and transformation initiatives. Generate Income and Resources Initiate and grow significant and sustainable income streams to fund Citizens UK's sponsorship work. Develop and lead high-value funding partnerships with trusts, foundations and strategic donors. Demonstrate strong budget oversight and ensure effective use of financial and human resources in sponsorship delivery. Personal Specification (D) Desirable, (E) Essential Qualifications Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field such as migration, social policy, international development, or community organising (D) Management or leadership qualification, or relevant CPD in project or programme management, public policy, or team leadership (D) Experience Proven experience in leading complex, multi-stakeholder programmes related to refugee resettlement, community organising, or social impact (E) Demonstrable track record of strategic leadership in a charity or community-focused setting (E) Experience of managing cross-functional teams to deliver against ambitious organisational goals (E) Experience of developing and sustaining strategic partnerships with civil society organisations, local authorities, or government departments (E) Experience in leading campaigning and influencing strategies to secure changes in Government policy (E) Experience of designing and implementing systems for monitoring, evaluation, and learning to track progress and report to funders and or government stakeholders (D) Demonstrable experience of driving collaborative campaigns or outreach efforts that engage diverse communities (E) Key skills and knowledge Strong leadership and team coordination skills - able to motivate, direct, and support multidisciplinary teams across multiple workstreams (E) Excellent project and performance management skills - able to set strategic priorities, delegate effectively, and ensure accountability (E) In-depth knowledge of refugee resettlement systems, community sponsorship models, and UK migration policy, including recent developments affecting Afghan and Ukrainian pathways (E) Knowledge and skills in community organising and an understanding of how community sponsorship and campaigning connect with and support the method and aims of organising (E) Outstanding written and verbal communication - confident in producing compelling cases for support, policy communications, and public messaging (E) Ability to design and deliver stakeholder engagement strategies, with a clear understanding of influencing policy and public opinion (E) Skilled in developing and managing strategic partnerships with funders, policy-makers, and community groups (E) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - able to assess complex challenges, identify risks, and implement effective solutions (E) Personal qualities & values A mission-driven leader with a passion for refugee rights, community empowerment, and social justice (E) Politically astute and able to navigate relationships with stakeholders from civil society, government . click apply for full job details
Head of Advocacy & Communications Location: London, United Kingdom Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) An internationally respected global health organisation is seeking a Head of Advocacy & Communications to lead and shape its global voice on health and rights that go with this. This is a senior leadership role, reporting directly to the Chief Executive and sitting on the senior leadership team. The postholder will be responsible for developing and delivering an integrated advocacy and communications strategy that strengthens global influence, advances organisational priorities, and positions the organisation as a trusted technical and political leader. About the role You will lead global advocacy and communications efforts across national, regional and international levels, working closely with governance bodies, senior leaders, programme teams and external partners. A key priority will be scaling up issues-based advocacy aligned with strategic goals. You will oversee high-impact advocacy campaigns, guide media and thought-leadership strategies, and build strong alliances with policymakers, multilateral institutions, professional bodies, civil society and donors. Key responsibilities include: Leading the development and implementation of an integrated global advocacy and communications strategy with clear priorities and measurable outcomes Providing strategic advice to senior leadership and governance bodies on positioning, risks and opportunities Strengthening national-level advocacy in partnership with member organisations, combining technical and political influencing Positioning the organisation as a global thought leader through evidence-based advocacy and strategic partnerships Overseeing media relations, campaigns and messaging across all channels Leading and developing a high-performing advocacy and communications team Representing the organisation at high-level global forums and events About you You will bring significant senior-level experience in advocacy, communications or public affairs within global health, international development or a related field. You will have a strong track record of influencing policy and decision-makers, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of health and rights and maternal health. You will be a strategic thinker, an outstanding communicator, and a confident relationship-builder, comfortable working across cultures and with diverse stakeholders at the highest levels. Additional information The role is hybrid; 2 days a week office based in London and will require occasional international travel. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Salary circa 70K plus bens
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
Head of Advocacy & Communications Location: London, United Kingdom Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) An internationally respected global health organisation is seeking a Head of Advocacy & Communications to lead and shape its global voice on health and rights that go with this. This is a senior leadership role, reporting directly to the Chief Executive and sitting on the senior leadership team. The postholder will be responsible for developing and delivering an integrated advocacy and communications strategy that strengthens global influence, advances organisational priorities, and positions the organisation as a trusted technical and political leader. About the role You will lead global advocacy and communications efforts across national, regional and international levels, working closely with governance bodies, senior leaders, programme teams and external partners. A key priority will be scaling up issues-based advocacy aligned with strategic goals. You will oversee high-impact advocacy campaigns, guide media and thought-leadership strategies, and build strong alliances with policymakers, multilateral institutions, professional bodies, civil society and donors. Key responsibilities include: Leading the development and implementation of an integrated global advocacy and communications strategy with clear priorities and measurable outcomes Providing strategic advice to senior leadership and governance bodies on positioning, risks and opportunities Strengthening national-level advocacy in partnership with member organisations, combining technical and political influencing Positioning the organisation as a global thought leader through evidence-based advocacy and strategic partnerships Overseeing media relations, campaigns and messaging across all channels Leading and developing a high-performing advocacy and communications team Representing the organisation at high-level global forums and events About you You will bring significant senior-level experience in advocacy, communications or public affairs within global health, international development or a related field. You will have a strong track record of influencing policy and decision-makers, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of health and rights and maternal health. You will be a strategic thinker, an outstanding communicator, and a confident relationship-builder, comfortable working across cultures and with diverse stakeholders at the highest levels. Additional information The role is hybrid; 2 days a week office based in London and will require occasional international travel. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Salary circa 70K plus bens
