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Working with Standing Voice
At Standing Voice, we believe meaningful change starts with a passionate team. For nearly two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of promoting the rights, well-being, and inclusion of people with albinism across Africa. Our work spans healthcare, education, livelihoods, and advocacy, transforming lives and dismantling barriers for some of the furthest behind.
Joining Standing Voice means becoming part of a dedicated team of advocates that value collaboration, creativity, and integrity.
We provide a supportive and flexible working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the ability to see your work make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we exists to empower.
This is where you’ll find our latest job openings.
If you’re passionate about human rights, social justice, and amplifying underrepresented voices, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Explore our current opportunities below
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Executive Director - SV Malawi
Location: Lilongwe, Malawi
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time
Reports to: Global CEO / Board of Trustees
Application Deadline: 16th Jan 2026
Start Date: As soon as possible
The Role
Standing Voice is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead its Malawi office in Lilongwe. This senior leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape strategy, strengthen partnerships, and oversee high-impact programmes that protect and promote the rights, dignity, and wellbeing of persons with albinism.
Reporting to the Global CEO and Board, you will provide strategic, financial, and operational leadership, while championing human rights, inclusion, and sustainable development. This is a chance to drive systemic change, empower communities, and make a tangible difference in the lives of those furthest behind.
We are looking for a dynamic NGO leader with a proven track record in leadership, collaboration, and advocacy, and a strong commitment to inclusion, health, and social justice.
Applications from persons with albinism are strongly encouraged.
How to Apply
To apply for the position of Executive Director, please submit the following documents by 23:30 (BST) on Friday 16th Jan 2026:
Your CV
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
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: 📧 info@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.
Head of Fundraising
Location: London, UK (remote working options available)
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time
Reports to: Executive Director
Application Deadline: Friday 16th Jan 2026
Start Date: As soon as possible
The Role
Standing Voice is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and results-driven Fundraising Manager to join our UK team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious fundraiser to take ownership of a critical portfolio within a respected and growing human rights charity.
The Fundraising Manager will lead the advancement and implementation of SV’s Fundraising Strategy, working closely with the Executive Director, UK colleagues, and in-country teams in Tanzania and Malawi. The role will focus on diversifying and scaling up income streams, writing compelling grant proposals, and building long-term donor relationships that will secure and grow sustainable funding for our life-changing programmes.
This role is ideal for a candidate with proven success in securing multi-year income across trusts and foundations, institutional donors, corporate partnerships, philanthropy, and individual giving, and who thrives on turning creative ideas into tangible impact for those furthest behind.
How to Apply
To apply for the position of Head of Fundraising, please submit the following documents by 23:30 (BST) on Friday 16th Jan 2025:
Your CV
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
Contact details for two referees, who have known you professionally for more than six months (e.g. current or former employer)
Please email your application as a single PDF to Ruth Ayarza, Head of Programmes and Partnerships, at: 📧 info@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.
Communication and Media Manager
Location: London, UK (remote working options available)
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time
Reports to: Executive Director
Application Deadline: 22nd Jan 2026
Start Date: As soon as possible
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.
How to Apply
To apply for the position of Communications and Media Manager, please submit the following documents by 23:30 (BST) on Friday 22nd Jan 2026:
Your CV
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
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: 📧 info@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.
Questions about working with Standing Voice, please get in touch.
