Director of Communications (Volunteer Role) at Pride in London

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations, Digital Engagement, Crisis Communications, Leadership, Mentorship, Content Creation, Campaign Planning, Judgement, Diplomacy, Discretion, Understanding of LGBTQ+ Issues, Brand Management, Creative Direction

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Description

Your Pride In London Year after year, London's Pride celebrations bring people together in amazing ways. The connections and community we build lay the groundwork for a brighter, more inclusive future. Now's your opportunity to play a meaningful part as a Pride in London volunteer. Pride in London is embracing a renewed sense of purpose that resonates with everyone. We stand as a beacon to highlight ongoing challenges within the LGBTQ+ community, even amidst progress. Our roots intertwine the protest origins of Pride with the spirit of celebration.. Our guiding values – Visibility, Unity, and Equality – drive every step we take. Our incredible team is a blend of passionate staff and volunteers who champion diversity, inclusivity, and understanding. We hail from diverse walks of life, forming a vibrant community of change-makers. Our ultimate goal? To amplify awareness of LGBTQ+ matters and advocate for the rights that ensure equal lives for all. With a diverse and dedicated year-round team of around 150 volunteers, we orchestrate Pride in London, the incredible event that unites us all. Your unique voice can contribute to the symphony! Pride in London stands committed to truly representing every facet of our community. We celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our focus is on enriching the diversity of our volunteers, ensuring that Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled, Trans, and all communities are vividly reflected within our teams. Application Closing: 30th November Interviews: W/B 1st & 8th December Please note that we reserve the right to close roles before the advertised closing date, should we receive too many applicants. Early applications are advised. Your Role Role Start Date: ASAP or January 2026 Role End/Review Date: August 2026 The Director of Communications will lead Pride in London’s communications strategy, ensuring the organisation’s message, voice, and values are clearly represented across all internal and external channels. This role is critical in maintaining Pride in London’s reputation, driving engagement with diverse audiences, and amplifying the visibility of the LGBTQ+ community throughout the year. The postholder will oversee a team of volunteer communications professionals covering media relations, public affairs, content creation, and digital storytelling. This role reports to The Board and CEO Time Commitment & Term Approx. 6–8 hours per week (with higher engagement in the run-up to Pride season). Voluntary appointment, renewable subject to review. Attendance at monthly Senior Leadership Team meetings and Board updates. Your Responsibilities Develop and deliver an integrated communications strategy that reflects Pride in London’s mission, values, and community impact. Oversee all public communications, including media relations, press releases, social media, website content, newsletters, and campaign materials. Act as the organisation’s key media contact and spokesperson, where appropriate. Manage crisis and reputation communications in coordination with the CEO and Board. Ensure consistent and inclusive messaging across all channels and activities. Support the development of creative and impactful campaigns that amplify LGBTQ+ voices and highlight Pride in London’s year-round work. Build and maintain relationships with media partners, journalists, community organisations, and key stakeholders. Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the volunteer communications team. Collaborate with the wider Senior Leadership Team to ensure communications align with strategic and operational goals. Monitor and evaluate communications effectiveness and audience engagement, providing regular updates to senior leadership. What you'll bring to Pride in London Essential Proven experience in communications, public relations, media, or marketing (voluntary or professional). Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong understanding of media relations and digital engagement strategies. Ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate volunteer teams. Good judgement, diplomacy, and discretion in handling sensitive communications. Commitment to Pride in London’s values of visibility, unity, and equality. Desirable Experience in the non-profit, community, or event sector. Understanding of LGBTQ+ issues, culture, and advocacy. Experience with brand management, creative direction, or campaign planning. Crisis communications or public affairs experience. What you’ll get joining Pride in London A Chance to Build New Connections: Pride In London is made up of a diverse collection of individuals, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies and activists. Sense of Volunteer Purpose and Contribution: Volunteering with Pirde In London gives you the chance to be part of an important annual event which creates an impact on over a million attendees. Many of who it may be their first Pride or their first time in London. Networking Opportunities: Volunteers often get the chance to work alongside and interact with key figures and groups within the LGBTQ+ community aswell as hundreds of volunteers from all walks of life. Fun and Enjoyment: Volunteering at Pride puts you within a fun, celebratory and vibrant atmosphere, with the opportunity to volunteer at both Pride Event Day and many other events year round. Contribution to Social Change: Through volunteering with Pride In London, you will actively be contributing to the ongoing fight for equality and visibility for the LGBTQ+ community, and in turn, helping to create a more inclusive society Diversity & Inclusion Pride in London embraces diversity and inclusion.. We recognise that diversity of background, experience and thought enrich our community and empower innovation. We welcome and encourage volunteer applications from candidates of all gender, ethnic and cultural backgrounds as well as ages, sexual orientations, abilities, beliefs and experiences. Creating an environment where people feel comfortable being their true selves fosters creativity and community. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities to qualified volunteers without judgement or discrimination. As a member of our team, you can expect fair treatment and genuine consideration. If this role resonates with your passion for creating positive change, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities

The Director of Communications will lead Pride in London’s communications strategy, ensuring the organisation’s message, voice, and values are clearly represented across all internal and external channels. This role is critical in maintaining Pride in London’s reputation, driving engagement with diverse audiences, and amplifying the visibility of the LGBTQ+ community throughout the year.