Senior Communications Lead - Geopolitical Risk

Contract: Fixed term- one year

Location: London-based hub - with hybrid working in the UK 

About the role 

In an increasingly interconnected and complex world, any individual attempts to address risks are bound to have limited success. ODI’s Global Risks and Resilience (GRR) programme supports governments, the aid community, and businesses to make more effective decisions at the intersection of these risks.

GRR is looking for an experienced communications professional to lead on communications and outreach for its geopolitical work. The person will work closely with GRR’s Director of Programme, Communications Coordinator and researchers to raise the profile of GRR’s geopolitical expertise and attract new clients.

The role would suit an experienced communications professional who is looking to manage outreach for an exciting and fast-developing research portfolio.

The person would be responsible for:

• Develop and deliver creative communications ideas to publicise GRR’s geopolitics portfolio to target audiences.
• Identify hooks for publicity and outreach and conduct horizon scanning for key calendar events and policy moments.
• Support with the smooth delivery of GRR’s geopolitics research and events – including editing and publicising reports; facilitating event publicity and delivery; and editing and writing content as needed.
• Manage GRR’s online presence for its geopolitical work.
• Promote effective coordination and information-sharing around upcoming work and key activities.
• Work closely with the GRR Communications team to ensure smooth and efficient coverage across GRR’s portfolio of work. 

About you 

You will have proven demonstrable communications experience, with demonstrable expertise in planning and delivering strategic communications. As an adept communications professional you will be comfortable developing a range of innovative marketing materials, such as blogs, reports, videos, infographics, and social media posts, and experienced at delivering events to a high quality.

You will have excellent writing skills, and proven ability to summarise technical research in clear, compelling language. Your organisational, prioritisation and project management skills will be second to none, enabling you to juggle multiple tasks while delivering excellent results. You will have strong attention to detail and experience using website software and social media.

You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing a fast-changing list of tasks.

Experience working on media outreach and publications production is preferred.

As part of the recruitment process, all interviewees will be asked to prepare a short presentation. ODI will also request each interviewee to complete a written test shortly after the interview.

Closing date: 7 April 2024 23:59 GMT 

Interview date: TBC 

ODI is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applicants from a range of diverse backgrounds including those who experience intersectional marginalisation on the basis of their class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious identity or belief, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome applications from those living with disabilities. 

We offer competitive salaries, a generous company pension scheme, hybrid working and a range of flexible, family-friendly and inclusive employment policies to support well-being. 

For further information and to apply for the role please go to our careers page via the 'Apply' button above. If you are experiencing difficulties downloading, please telephone 020 7922 0351 or email humanresources@odi.org

ODI is an equal opportunities employer

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