Job Description

Editorial Content Manager
Shape Stories That Inspire Change - Are you a master of words with a heart for justice and faith? Do you believe in the power of storytelling to move people, shift perspectives, and spark action?
We're looking for an Editorial Content Manager to lead the way in crafting compelling, clear, and brand-aligned content that connects deeply with supporters, advocates, and communities. This is a rare opportunity to shape the voice of a global organisation committed to transforming lives.
Position: Editorial Content Manager
Location: Milton Keynes / Hybrid 2 days a week in the office
Hours: Full-time 36.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Circa 38,000
Closing Date: 24th October 2025. We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date should a strong candidate be identified
Interview Date: w/k commencing 27 October
What You'll Be Doing

• Act as brand guardian for tone of voice, messaging hierarchy, and written expression.
• Write and edit copy for a wide range of formats -- including social media posts, digital campaigns, supporter journeys, fundraising appeals, and organisational communications.
• Coach and upskill colleagues in editorial excellence and impactful storytelling.
• Collaborate with content creators, designers, fundraisers, and leadership to embed editorial strategy into campaigns.
• Support crisis communications and rapid response needs with clarity and calm.
• Ensuring all content reflects the Christian ethos with sensitivity and accessibility.
• Stay ahead of trends in language, accessibility, and faith expression to keep communications fresh and relevant.

What You'll Bring

• A degree or equivalent experience in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Significant experience in editorial roles within publishing, journalism, communications, or similar.
• Exceptional writing skills and editorial judgement and the ability to transform complex ideas into clear, compelling copy.
• Confidence in coaching others and building editorial capacity across teams.
• High attention to detail and a strong grasp of inclusive writing, proof-reading, plain English, and accessibility principles.
• A collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Digital fluency across web, social, email, and print formats.

Why This Role Matters
Every word you shape will help build trust, deepen engagement, and inspire action. You'll be at the heart of the mission - ensuring the organisations voice reflects its values, faith, and the commitment to justice.
Ready to Lead with Words That Matter?
If you're passionate about editorial excellence and want to use your skills to serve a greater purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
As an active Christian, this role offers you the opportunity to integrate your Christian faith and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations. Inspired by Christian faith, the team serve alongside children of all faiths and none through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy in almost 100 countries.
In addition to the salary offered, you will receive good benefits including:

• A flexible and supportive working culture
• Pension scheme (with employer contributions)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Free parking (Milton Keynes office)
• Opportunities for faith-based gatherings, prayer, and devotionals
• A welcoming, purpose-driven team who are passionate about making a difference

Apply now and help us tell stories that change lives.
About the Organisation
Join an international children's charity working with children, their communities, and with supporters and partners, in almost 100 countries. Through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy the organisation has helped bring lasting change to millions of children, over more than 60 years. As a Christian charity, everything is motivated by faith as we strive to reflect God's unconditional love.
An offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records check.
We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in the workforce. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community. The organisation also operates flexible working policies and practices. As a Disability committed employer we encourage qualified individuals with a disability to apply and request a reasonable adjustment if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.
Please note we can only consider applicants who presently have the right to work in the UK.
You may also have experience in areas such Content, Digital Content, Editorial Content, Marketing Content, Digital Marketing, Editor, Journalist, Content Creator, Social Media, Brand, PR.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Skills Required