Digital Communications Manager at Malala Fund | Hybrid – Washington, DC | Earn Up to $123,700
Malala Fund is seeking an experienced Digital Communications Manager http://globalsouthopportunities.com/ger to lead its digital communications strategy and strengthen the organisation’s online presence. This full-time opportunity is based in Washington, District of Columbia, with a hybrid work arrangement, and offers a starting salary of $112,900 to $123,700.
The role is an excellent opportunity for a communications professional with strong experience in digital strategy, social media, audience growth, content production, advocacy and fundraising communications to contribute to a global organisation working to advance girls’ education.
About Malala Fund
Malala Fund works toward a world where every girl can learn and lead. The organisation advocates for the resources and policy changes needed to ensure girls have access to secondary education, invests in local education leaders and amplifies the voices of girls advocating for change.
Its work spans six focus countries: Afghanistan, Brazil, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Pakistan and Tanzania. Through advocacy, investment in civil society organisations and public engagement, Malala Fund works to advance policy and systems change so that girls can complete 12 years of education.
Digital communications are an important part of this mission. The organisation uses digital platforms to raise awareness, engage supporters, strengthen advocacy and generate the political and financial support required to expand opportunities for girls around the world.
About the Digital Communications Manager Role
The Digital Communications Manager will lead Malala Fund’s owned digital channels and translate organisational priorities into effective, platform-specific strategies. The successful candidate will help grow audiences, mobilise supporters and contribute to fundraising and advocacy outcomes.
The position combines strategic leadership with hands-on digital communications. It requires someone who understands how different platforms work and can develop content that is relevant to audiences while maintaining a consistent and trusted organisational brand.
The Manager will work across platforms including Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, X and Facebook, as well as Malala.org and emerging digital channels.
Key Responsibilities
A major focus of the position will be developing and improving Malala Fund’s digital channel strategy. The successful candidate will use audience insights, performance data, social listening and experimentation to strengthen engagement and reach.
Responsibilities will include:
- Leading the organisation’s owned digital channel strategy.
- Developing platform-specific content strategies and publishing approaches.
- Growing global audiences and strengthening community engagement.
- Monitoring platform trends, algorithms and emerging formats.
- Managing the digital content pipeline from creative briefing through publication.
- Coordinating the digital publishing calendar with global and country communications teams.
- Ensuring content meets accessibility, safeguarding and ethical storytelling standards.
- Supporting rapid-response communications during major advocacy and fundraising moments.
- Developing campaigns that encourage audiences to donate, advocate, subscribe or take other meaningful actions.
- Working with the Development team to connect digital storytelling with fundraising goals.
- Managing digital production, paid media and external vendor budgets.
- Building relationships with platforms, creators, influencers, brands and cultural partners.
The Manager will also supervise the Senior Creative Producer, providing direction, coaching and feedback on content production and platform priorities.
Skills and Experience Required
Malala Fund is looking for an experienced digital communications professional with 7–10 years of experience in digital communications, social media strategy, audience engagement or digital marketing.
Candidates should demonstrate strong expertise across major social platforms and understand platform-native storytelling, audience behaviour, analytics and algorithmic trends.
Experience developing digital campaigns that have delivered measurable results in areas such as audience growth, engagement, advocacy, fundraising or brand awareness will be important. Candidates should also be comfortable working with video, photography, graphics and multimedia storytelling.
Strong analytical skills are required, including the ability to interpret performance data, identify opportunities and use insights to improve digital strategies.
The organisation is also seeking someone with experience managing agencies, creators, vendors, partnerships and budgets. Experience working for a high-profile mission-driven organisation, public figure, advocacy organisation, media organisation, purpose-led brand or international development organisation would be valuable.
Leadership and Collaboration
Beyond technical digital expertise, the successful candidate will need strong leadership and collaboration skills. The role involves working closely with communications, development, programme and country teams, as well as external partners.
Candidates should be able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and communicate recommendations clearly to senior leaders and creative teams.
Malala Fund is particularly interested in professionals who are proactive, solutions-oriented and willing to experiment with new platforms, technologies and creative formats.
Commitment to Ethical Storytelling
The organisation places strong emphasis on safeguarding, dignity and responsible communications. The successful candidate will be expected to ensure that digital storytelling reflects the voices and experiences of the communities Malala Fund serves accurately and respectfully.
A commitment to safeguarding principles and ethical storytelling is therefore an important part of the role.
Salary, Location and Travel
The position is full-time and based in Washington, DC, on a hybrid basis. The starting salary range is $112,900 to $123,700.
The role also requires approximately 3–5 trips per year, including international travel, for team meetings, content gathering and event support.
Why This Opportunity Matters
The Digital Communications Manager will play an important role in connecting Malala Fund’s mission with global audiences. By combining digital storytelling, audience engagement, advocacy and fundraising, the position offers an opportunity to use communications as a tool for meaningful social change.
Professionals with extensive digital communications experience who are passionate about girls’ education, global advocacy and audience-centred storytelling may find this a strong opportunity to contribute their expertise to an internationally recognised organisation.
Interested candidates should review the full vacancy details and application requirements before applying.
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