Job Description
Initial 3 month contract3 days in the office / 2 days WFHFor more than 200 years, our client has been walking alongside people in need, offering hope, care, and opportunity. Here, your work will tell those stories — stories of lives changed, communities strengthened, and compassion in action.We’re looking for a Head of Content & Communications Planning who can bring that story to life — someone who leads with heart, creativity, and purpose.In this senior leadership role, you’ll shape how we communicate our work to the world — through powerful storytelling, purposeful campaigns, and compelling content that reflects our values of compassion, integrity, and service.You’ll lead a talented creative and content team, guiding them to deliver authentic, impactful communication that builds connection and inspires action.Your impact:Craft and champion their voice and story across all campaigns, branding and marketing channels.Lead creative direction and content development from idea to execution, ensuring every piece of communication reflects our mission and community impact.Collaborate closely with senior leaders to align storytelling and strategy with organisational goals.Mentor and empower creative professionals to grow, innovate, and thrive.Build and nurture relationships with external creative partners, extending our reach and capability.Embed purpose and meaning in every message, ensuring our communications embody both Word and deed.What you’ll bring:Deep experience in creative leadership, communication strategy, and storytelling that moves people to action.Strong capability in copywriting, brand storytelling, and content planning.Proven ability to lead and inspire creative teams to deliver their best.Experience collaborating with senior stakeholders and presenting at an executive or board level.Tertiary qualifications in marketing, communications, or a related field.Digital marketing expertise across multiple platforms.A genuine connection to purpose-driven work — ideally within the not-for-profit or social impact sector.Please Apply ASAPZena NicolsonEmail: znicolson@aquent.com
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