At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic communications projects and develop impactful messaging for global health initiatives.
- Company: A leading charitable foundation dedicated to improving global health and well-being.
- Benefits: Flexible freelance role with potential for extension, working 3 days a week.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and high-impact initiatives.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in global health while shaping narratives on critical issues.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in communications, excellent writing skills, and strong stakeholder management.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Duration: 5 months with potential to extend.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Communications Manager to provide freelance support on a series of high-priority communications projects between June and October 2026 - 3 DAYS PER WEEK. This role will lead the development and delivery of strategic communications initiatives that support organisational priorities, executive thought leadership, and key global engagement opportunities. Ideally, you will have experience working within the health sector, science, or with charities. The successful candidate will bring strong strategic communications expertise, exceptional writing and stakeholder management skills, and experience operating in complex international environments across health, science, research, policy, or philanthropic sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and delivery of communications strategies and projects aligned with organisational priorities.
- Develop thought-leadership content and positioning for members of the clients Executive Committee.
- Create and refine core messaging, narratives, and communications materials that articulate strategic direction and future ambitions.
- Shape and execute communications plans for major organisational and global moments.
- Produce high-quality communications materials, including:
- Press and media materials
- Feature articles and opinion pieces
- Stakeholder communications
- Briefings and messaging documents
- Policy-aligned communications content
- Support communications activity across priority themes, including:
- Global health reform
- Health equity
- Data and artificial intelligence
- Research and development (R&D) investment
- Review and strengthen external communications plans and approaches.
- Advance communications workstreams related to initiatives such as:
- India Alliance
- Science Policy Labs
- Investment communications
- Collaborate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and impact across communications outputs.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Significant experience in senior communications, public affairs, strategic communications, or media relations roles.
- Demonstrated success developing executive thought leadership and organisational messaging.
- Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills for diverse audiences.
- Experience delivering communications around complex policy, science, health, research, or innovation topics.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
- Experience supporting high-profile events, campaigns, or international engagement opportunities.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior communications professional to contribute to a range of high-impact initiatives, helping to shape narratives and engagement around some of the most important issues in global health, science, and innovation.
Client Description:
Our client is a charitable foundation based in the United Kingdom dedicated to improving health and well-being globally. It is one of the largest non-governmental funders of biomedical research. They support scientific advancements, foster innovation, and invest in initiatives that aim to tackle pressing health challenges around the world.
Senior Communications Manager (210568) employer: Aquent
Our client is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration in the health sector. With a commitment to employee growth, they provide opportunities for professional development and engagement in high-impact projects that address global health challenges. Located in the UK, this charitable foundation not only supports scientific advancements but also fosters a sense of purpose and community among its team members, making it a rewarding place to work.
