Communications Manager

Contract Type: Fixed Term 6 months

Interviews: 8th of June 2026 in-person at our Dorfman centre.

Employer: King's Trust International (not The King's Trust)

Help shape the global conversation on youth opportunity

King’s Trust International, founded in 2015 by His Majesty King Charles III, is a global force for youth opportunity, building on five decades of proven impact through The King’s Trust in the UK.  Established to confront the global crisis of youth unemployment, the organisation delivers programmes through implementation partners across the Commonwealth and beyond. To date, more than 120,000 young people outside the UK have moved into meaningful work; with 90% reporting stronger core skills and three quarters of participants in its employability and enterprise programmes moving into the labour market within six months.  Our 2026–35 strategy sets an ambitious goal to empower one million more young people worldwide, scaling impact and strengthening partnerships to equip the next generation with the skills, confidence and opportunities to shape a brighter future.

We are now looking for an experienced Communications Manager to join our team on a six-month fixed-term contract.

The role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Communications Manager to join our team on a six-month fixed-term contract.

Working closely with the Head of Communications, you will play a key role in delivering high-impact communications across international campaigns, strategic partnerships and flagship events. You’ll help shape and amplify our global narrative — ensuring our work, and the young people we support, are seen, heard and understood.

This is a fast-paced, outward-facing role, working with media, delivery partners, embassies, funders and internal teams across multiple markets.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver proactive global and regional media campaigns
• Identify and secure impactful earned media opportunities
• Develop compelling narratives and high-quality written content, including press releases, opinion pieces, speeches and briefings
• Support communications for major international events and initiatives
• Monitor the news agenda and respond to reactive media opportunities
• Contribute to crisis communications and reputational management
• Source and develop powerful youth and partner stories for campaigns and media
• Support and prepare senior stakeholders and spokespeople for external engagement
• Track and evaluate campaign performance and media impact

What we’re looking for

You’ll be a confident and proactive communications professional with strong media instincts, excellent writing skills and the ability to deliver at pace.

You will likely bring:

• Experience in communications, PR or media relations
• A proven track record of delivering successful media coverage or campaigns
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Sound judgement and a keen eye for detail
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Experience in the charity, international development or youth sectors would be an advantage, but is not essential.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to join a globally ambitious organisation at a pivotal moment of growth. You’ll play a central role in shaping stories that resonate internationally and help unlock life-changing opportunities for young people around the world.

Perks for working at The King’s Trust International:

• Great holiday package. 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus public holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
• Fantastic Family leave. Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave, and pro rata entitlement for shared parental leave. Receive 8 weeks' full pay for paternity leave.
• Flexible and agile working. Where operationally possible, you can work your hours that support a work-life balance, including compressed hours and hybrid-working (part office - part home-based) or working from home options.
• Benefits platform. Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
• A free employee assistance programme (EAP) to support your mental wellbeing.
• KTI will contribute 5% of your salary to the workplace Pension Scheme
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
• In-house and external training opportunities are available throughout the year