Communications and Media Manager

About Standing Voice

Standing Voice is an international human rights organisation working to ensure people with albinism can live with dignity and equality.

Rooted in Africa, our work empowers one of the world’s most marginalised communities to access life-saving healthcare, education, economic opportunity, and protection from discrimination and violence. Operating from offices in the UK, Tanzania, and Malawi, we deliver integrated programmes in dermatology, vision care, livelihoods, psychosocial support, and advocacy.

We believe storytelling is a tool for justice. We use it to challenge stigma, raise awareness, and promote social inclusion. Our communications help build empathy, shift public perception, and inspire action, locally, nationally, and globally.

The Role

We are seeking an exceptional Communications and Media Manager to shape and lead Standing Voice’s global communications vision. This is an exciting and strategic role which sits at the intersection of human rights, international development, and digital storytelling, amplifying the voices of people with albinism and strengthening Standing Voice’s work in disability rights and inclusion.

We’re looking for a creative innovator eager to experiment with emerging platforms, formats, and technologies to elevate underrepresented communities. You will design and deliver a bold communications strategy that raises Standing Voice’s global profile, champions the rights of people with albinism, and brings our impact to life for donors, partners, media, and the public. From social media, newsletters, and press engagement to film production, advocacy campaigns, and fundraising support, you will own and shape the voice and visibility of our mission.

This position is ideal for a creative, proactive, and values-driven communicator with experience in rights-based communications or nonprofit storytelling. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, bring fresh ideas to a growing organisation, and collaborate with grassroots leaders, to amplify voices too often unheard.

Key Responsibilities

1. Communications Strategy & Management

• Lead the development and implementation of Standing Voice’s communications and media strategy across all platforms and audiences.

• Align annual communications plans with programme milestones, advocacy priorities, and fundraising cycles.

• Ensure a consistent, authentic brand identity across all external touchpoints.

• Collaborate closely with programme, fundraising, and executive teams to align messaging with organisational goals.

2. Social Media & Digital Content

• Own and grow SV’s social media presence (LinkedIn, Instagram, X and Facebook).

• Create compelling, inclusive, and timely content, including graphics, captions, reels, and stories.

• Curate a content calendar that champions beneficiaries, celebrates key milestones, shares impact, and builds community.

• Monitor analytics to inform and adapt strategy for maximum reach and engagement.

3. Storytelling & Multimedia Production

• Manage SV’s photo and video archive, ensuring ethical sourcing, storage, and crediting.
  sourced, stored and credited to photographers and filmmakers we collaborate with.

• Commission, edit and produce powerful multimedia content, including short films, photo stories, digital campaigns, that centre the voices and experiences of people with albinism.

• Support donor reports, proposals, and case studies with strong narrative and visual content.

• Produce quarterly newsletters and other supporter communications

4. Press & Media Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets in Africa and internationally.

• Secure media coverage through press releases, op-eds, interviews, and features.

• Develop media toolkits to support partners and frontline staff with key messages and media training.

5. Advocacy & Public Engagement

• Support advocacy initiatives with effective online and offline communications.

• Amplify SV’s presence at global forums (e.g. UN Human Rights Council, GlobalSkin and World Congress of Dermatology) through media outreach and presentations.

• Partner with local advocacy groups to co-create campaigns in Tanzania and Malawi.

6. Ethics, Consent & Inclusion

• Uphold dignity, agency, and rights in all communications.

• Lead on ethical storytelling, informed consent, and inclusive practices, especially with children or survivors of violence.

• Champion decolonised communication approaches that prioritise local voices and perspectives.

Person Specification

Essential:

• At least 3 years’ experience in communications, media, or content creation, ideally in the charity or human rights sector.

• Proven ability to grow and manage social media channels or campaigns.

• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills for diverse audiences.

• Strong design, visual and multimedia skills (e.g. Canva, Adobe Suite, Final Cut Pro, Lightroom).

• Experience in photography and/or videography (production or commissioning).

• Demonstrated ability to translate complex human rights issues into accessible, impactful content.

• Familiarity with analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Insights) to inform strategy.

• Strategic thinker with creativity, initiative, and attention to detail.

• Passion for human rights, social justice and inclusive communications.

• Willingness to project sites in Africa to document stories and train staff.

Desirable:

• Experience working in sub-Saharan Africa or with African communities.

• Knowledge of safeguarding and ethical storytelling standards.

• Established network of journalists or global media contacts

• Familiarity with analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics, Meta Insights).

Why Join Standing Voice?

• Be part of a passionate, international team working on the frontlines of disability rights, inclusion, and human rights.

• Help shape the global narrative on albinism and shift public attitudes for good.

• Travel to some of the world’s most vibrant communities and capture stories that matter.

• Enjoy flexibility, autonomy and meaningful impact in a dynamic and creative environment

• Benefits include flexible working arrangements (remote options and adaptable hours), to support work–life balance. Access to training and professional development, and pension contributions and annual leave that increase with long-term service.

How to Apply

To apply for the position of Communications and Media Manager, please submit the following documents by 23:30 (BST) on Friday 10th October 2025:

1. Your CV (maximum 2 pages)

2. A one-page cover letter outlining:

• Why you are interested in this role at Standing Voice

• What makes you a strong candidate, with reference to relevant experience and skills

1. Links to your portfolio or samples of your work (writing, social media, photography, video, or campaigns).

2. Contact details for two referees, who you have known you professionally for more than six months (e.g. current or former employer, lecturer or supervisor)

Please email your application as a single PDF to Ruth Ayarza, Head of Programmes and Partnerships, at: 📧 ruth@standingvoice.org

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close the vacancy ahead of the deadline if a high volume of suitable applications is received.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Standing Voice is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience of the issues we address or from communities historically underrepresented in the charity and communications sectors.

We do not discriminate based on gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, disability, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please let us know.