Public Affairs & Communications Manager

Scope

Lead and oversee all public affairs and communications work, coordinating with Executive Committee members and Office Bearers across relevant projects and campaigns.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, curate, and manage the weekly media and public affairs output grid, ensuring coordinated, timely, and strategic messaging across platforms.
• Write, edit, and manage all press communications – including proactive stories and reactive interventions – and build strong, strategic relationships with key journalists and editors.
• Design and deliver responsive programmes of work shaped by the political climate, including elections, policy changes, or public crises.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including politicians, parliamentary groupings, think tanks, academics, NGOs, and civil society actors.
• Support the development and implementation of effective advocacy strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Prepare high-quality, research-informed briefing documents for internal and external stakeholders, with particular focus on issues such as Islamophobia and socio-economic issues.
• Monitor political and media developments, providing timely intelligence and analysis to colleagues, and draft responses to parliamentary, government, or public consultations as appropriate.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders – including British Muslim communities – to strengthen understanding of Islamophobia and ensure alignment with MCB strategy.
• Manage and support members of the Public Affairs and Communications team, overseeing performance, development, and HR responsibilities.
• Act as a spokesperson for the organisation, giving media interviews and preparing others for public appearances and press engagements.
• Maintain accurate financial records in line with budget allocations for communications and public affairs activities.
• Respond to ad hoc queries and correspondence, ensuring a timely and professional approach.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders on progress, outcomes, and recommendations.
• Carry out other duties as reasonably required by the line manager or in line with organisational priorities.

Person Specification

Mandatory

• Detailed awareness and understanding of the key issues related to Muslim communities at a national level, in particular in relation to Islamophobia
• Experience of writing clear, concise and persuasive copy, presenting complex information in a way that is straightforward to understand
• Track record of preparing briefing documents and influencing stakeholders 
• Highly driven and self-motivated, able to prioritise and calmness under pressure 
• Strong IT skills

Desirable

• Direct history of engagement within Muslim communities
• Public Affairs or Communications background
• Valid DBS Check

To apply please submit your CV and cover letter. 

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, we currently do not offer visa sponsorships. 

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to each candidate individually regarding the status of their application. Candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted with details of the next stage.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including individuals of all faiths and none, to apply. The Muslim Council of Britain is an equal opportunity organization committed to promoting diversity and inclusion.