Islamic Relief Worldwide is an independent humanitarian and development organisation, serving humanity for over 37 years. With an active presence in over 40 countries across the globe, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those affected by poverty, conflicts and natural disasters.
We are currently recruiting for the position of ‘Senior Web, Editorial and Creative Manager’ to join its dynamic External Relations & Advocacy Division. The purpose of the role includes providing professional web, editorial and graphic design services and advice to IRW departments and supporting field and partner offices where needed.
The successful candidate must have or be:
· A degree or equivalent in English, media/journalism or a related/relevant subject is essential
· Exceptional communication skills in writing, editing and proof-reading with an excellent command of English and a strong eye for detail
· Substantial experience of leading creative teams to achieve within a fast-paced, challenging environment
· Ability to effectively inspire teams, with a strong team-working ethic, able to work in a collaborative manner and connect with people genuinely from a wide range of backgrounds
· Ability to manage projects with strong ability to work calmly under pressure to tight deadlines and balance competing priorities
· A good eye for graphic design and achieving excellence in design delivery
· Awareness of the audiences that IR communicates with, including the communications approaches and subtleties of a mainstream audience and a Muslim audience
· Ability to convey complex and technical information persuasively and with clarity to a diverse audience, using a wide range of media including print and web
· Strong ability to produce, manage and coordinate high-quality web, publications, editorial and marketing content
· Awareness of ethical standards of NGO reporting, with an appreciation for political sensitivities and PR risk implications
· Sound understanding of development and humanitarian work at an international level; knowledge of the global humanitarian and development arena and sensitive to the complexities in working with wide and diverse INGOs
If you are talented, reliable, service minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional looking for a meaningful career, with a strong commitment to IRW’s mission and values of sincerity, excellence, compassion, social justice and custodianship, please apply by completing our online application form.
PLEASE NOTE: Interviews are expected to take place on 01/04/2021. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Pre-employment Checks:
Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:
- screening clearance
- proof of eligibility to live and work within the UK
- receipt of satisfactory references
Please note, for UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.
Our values and commitment to safeguarding
IRW is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IRW engages. IRW expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Applicants should be sympathetic to the values of Islamic Relief:
(Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice and Custodianship)
Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer