At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead initiatives to combat in-work poverty and engage local employers in the Living Wage movement.
- Company: Join a pioneering organisation dedicated to social change and community empowerment.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team driving impactful change across local communities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing valuable leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and a passion for social justice.
The Living Wage Places scheme is pioneering a collaborative, place-based approach to tackling in-work poverty. Local action groups made up of public and private sector Living Wage Employers work together with charities, unions and civil society on a three-year action plan to tackle local in-work poverty and grow the number of employers committed to the Living Wage, Living Hours and Living Pensions.
Since the scheme launched in 2019, we have recognised 20 cities, boroughs and city-regions for Making Living Wage Places. Living Wage Places taps into the power of place, recognising and developing local champions within our network and supporting them to engage and influence their community's employers. It feeds into broader local economic plans such as community wealth building and local anchor institution work.
The Living Wage movement began in 2001, after Citizens UK brought together communities in East London to discuss poverty and low pay. The campaign grew in momentum and soon required a mechanism to recognise employers who wanted to join the movement, which saw the establishment of the Living Wage Foundation in 2011. Still part of Citizens UK today, the Living Wage Foundation continues to work with community organisations to make sure the voices of both workers and businesses are part of the Living Wage movement.
Programme Manager – Living Wage Places employer: CITIZENS UK
As a Communications Officer at Citizens UK, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment that champions creativity and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our comprehensive training programmes and opportunities for professional development, all while working towards meaningful social change in the community. Located in a vibrant area, we offer a unique chance to engage with diverse audiences and make a real impact through innovative digital marketing strategies.
