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Harris Hill is seeking an Interim Head of Communications for 5-7 months, on a 4 or 5 day per week basis, working hybrid based for a Kent based organisation.

The organisation is at a pivotal moment, with the previous Communications Manager having just left and a significant opportunity to reshape how it engages with its audiences. This interim Head of Communications role offers the chance to take charge quickly, build momentum, and make strong inroads into a busy communications agenda that directly supports the cause. You’ll lead strategic, digital-first communications that strengthen the brand, reputation, and impact of the organisation over the next 5–7 months and potentially beyond. This would suit either a current Head of Comms level, or a Comm Manager looking to act up.

About the Role:
You will provide strategic leadership and hands-on delivery across all communications channels, ensuring clear, consistent and impactful messaging to service members and wider stakeholders. Working closely with senior leaders, you will set the communications direction, stabilise and enhance activity following the departure of the previous Comms Manager, and drive forward key projects and change initiatives. This role is about quickly getting to grips with existing work, building a stronger communications function, and leaving a legacy of improved engagement and visibility.

Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement a strategic communications plan that aligns with organisational priorities and strengthens brand and reputation.
* Lead digital and social media activity, including website content and social channels, to effectively reach and engage service members.
* Manage day-to-day media relations, including drafting press materials, responding to enquiries, and proactively securing coverage.
* Oversee internal communications to ensure staff and volunteers are informed, engaged, and aligned with organisational change and key initiatives.
* Provide crisis and issues management, including preparing statements, managing risk, and advising senior leaders on communications responses.
* Drive change communications for projects and programmes, ensuring clear messaging and stakeholder buy-in throughout periods of transition.
* Lead and manage the communications team, setting priorities, providing guidance, and ensuring timely delivery of campaigns and content.
* Coordinate stakeholder engagement activities, including developing tailored communications for partners, funders, and community organisations.

Key Requirements:
* Proven experience in a senior communications role, or as a Communications Manager ready to step up into Head of Communications responsibilities.
* Strong track record in strategic communications planning and execution across multiple channels.
* Demonstrable experience in digital and social media strategy, including managing websites and social platforms to drive engagement.
* Experience of crisis and issues management, with the ability to respond quickly and effectively under pressure.
* Solid background in brand and reputation management within a complex stakeholder environment.
* Experience of internal communications and change communications, supporting organisational projects and programmes.
* Confident stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence at senior levels.
* Experience managing communications workloads in a fast-paced environment, delivering to deadlines and adjusting plans as needed.

Desirable Skills:
* Previous experience working with or communicating to members and staff within health, social care, or charity sectors.
* Experience of leading communications through periods of organisational transition or restructuring.
* Familiarity with analytics tools to monitor and report on digital and social media performance.
* Experience in content strategy and storytelling to bring organisational impact to life across channels.
* Background in managing small communications teams or working in a stand-alone communications role.

This role can be full or part time, but a minimum of 4 days per week whose hours can be spread. The role is hybrid based, with 1 day per month in Kent and 1 day per month in London.

If you are interested in further information, please apply before 18th November.