Strategic Communications and Media Relations Manager

Strategic Communications and Media Relations Manager

Strategic Agenda helps clients create the right content so that the right people do the right thing. From architecting global communication campaigns combating climate change to producing flagship UN reports we deliver communications, content, and capacity building services to clients who are trying to make the world a better, safer and more equitable place.

We are expanding our team and need a visionary and dynamic Strategic Communications and Media Relations Manager to help our clients.

So what will you be doing?

Client engagement:

- Work closely with clients to understand their communications needs and offer strategic advice on media relations and public positioning.
- Workshop and present campaign strategies, progress,





and results to senior stakeholders in client organisations.
- Build long-term client relationships by consistently delivering exceptional results and insights.

Campaign design & strategy:

- Design, develop and lead high-level, multi-channel communications campaigns for international clients that achieve measurable goals like increased fundraising and profile awareness
- Identify key messages and positioning to effectively communicate clients' objectives to global audiences.
- Oversee the execution of campaigns from inception to completion, evaluating impact and optimising performance.

Team leadership & management:

- Manage and mentor a team of communications professionals, ensuring high performance and development of skills.
- Coordinate with internal teams, including content creators, translators, and designers, to deliver integrated communications solutions.

Media relations & placement:

- Ability to cultivate relationships with key journalists, editors,





and influencers in top-tier global and regional media outlets, including traditional print, broadcast, and digital platforms.
- Develop media outreach strategies to secure coverage in influential publications and platforms relevant to clients' industries.
- Act as the primary point of contact for media enquiries, ensuring accurate and effective communication on behalf of clients.

What we need from you:

- CREATIVITY - with budgets being slashed you need to be able to help clients do more with less. This means coming up with creative ideas to get them heard.
- At least 3 years of experience in strategic communications, media relations, or public affairs, with a proven track record in developing and executing successful communication campaigns.






- Proven ability to secure media coverage in top-tier publications, platforms, and channels.
- Strong project and team management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- A passion for international relations, development, and global media landscapes.
- Brilliant written and verbal English communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- A keen eye for design aesthetics
- Proficiency in using web and social media analytics
- The ability to spot interesting stories or opportunities and quickly turn them into engaging content for our audience

Nice to have:

- Experience in the not-for-profit/NGO/development sector or a strong desire to work in this sector and a clear understanding of its challenges
- Media planning experience






- Event planning experience

Salary and benefit:

£40,000-£55,000 per annum plus a range of benefits including:

- Training support
- 30 days holiday
- Free yoga in the building
- Health cash plan
- Hybrid working (we work at least 3 days in the office)

▶️ Strategic Communications and Media Relations Manager
🖊️ Strategic Agenda
📍 London