Overview

New Economy Organisers Network (NEON) is seeking a Head of Digital Communications to lead its new Digital Programme, aiming to strengthen the communications skills and capabilities of progressive movements across the UK. This strategic and hands-on role involves developing digital strategies, creating content, delivering training, and empowering movement allies.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the strategy development and delivery of the Digital Communications Programme.
Contribute to the overall Communications Hub strategy and narrative development.
Support Co-Directors with overarching strategic direction and lead fundraising/evaluation.
Establish and manage a reactive social media unit and work with consultants to create digital content.
Develop personal brands, tone, and positioning for spokespeople and partners.
Identify and act on digital trends and news opportunities.
Develop a support package for online influencers and provide digital communications support to spokespeople and allied organisations.
Collaborate with a digital crisis communications support service and support spokespeople in countering misinformation.
Provide tailored support for individuals facing online abuse or hate.
Project manage and deliver digital media training programmes, including follow-up training and one-day digital strategy training.
Ensure all training is inclusive, accessible, and empowering.
Provide regular insights on digital trends and media landscape shifts.
Oversee and manage the Spokesperson Network budget.
Play an active role in the wider NEON team.

Requirements

Proven track record of developing innovative projects that advance a progressive agenda.
Strong understanding of digital media, online trends, and the changing media landscape.
Recent experience creating viral, persuasive digital content.
Experience delivering effective and inclusive training to diverse groups.
Experience developing personal brand, tone, and positioning online.
Strong audience insight skills, including message adaptation and digital testing methods.
Excellent relationship-building and teamworking abilities.
Experience building networks and working constructively across differences.

Benefits

28-hour full-time work week (4-day equivalent).
7.5% employer-matched pension.
Genuinely flexible working arrangements.
20 days annual leave (25 days pro rata for 4-day week), plus bank holidays and Christmas break.
Progressive Parenting Policy (gender-neutral).
Generous staff development budget.
Strong organisational commitment to anti-oppression and inclusive culture.

Location

Hybrid – East London office (minimum 25% in-office; at least one day per week)

How to Apply

Complete the Application Form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (available via the job listing) and send both to: jobs@neweconomyorganisers.org. For informal conversations or questions, contact Dora Meade at jobs@neweconomyorganisers.org.