If you are an experienced communications professional passionate about equality, human rights, social justice and public policy, the Communications and Engagement Officer position at Equally Ours could be an exciting opportunity to consider. The role combines communications, digital engagement, membership coordination and policy support within a small UK charity working to create long-term social change.
About Equally Ours
Equally Ours is a UK charity that brings together organisations and people working across equality, human rights and social justice. The organisation uses research, policy and communications to influence public opinion and decision-making.
The charity’s work focuses on strengthening equality and human rights and supporting networks, communities and grassroots organisations to have a stronger voice in public policy. The successful candidate would therefore join an organisation where communications are closely connected to advocacy and policy influencing.
About the Communications and Engagement Officer Role
The Communications and Engagement Officer will support Equally Ours’ Policy and Public Affairs team while taking the lead on member engagement.
This is a varied position that could suit someone who enjoys combining communications with relationship management, digital content, events and organisational coordination. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact for members while helping the wider team communicate its work effectively.
Typical responsibilities include drafting communications, organising meetings and events, maintaining contact databases, supporting policy work and producing digital content.
The role is based in London, Greater London, on a hybrid working arrangement. It is a permanent, part-time position of up to four days or 28 hours per week, with a salary of £32,000–£35,000 per year on a full-time-equivalent basis.
Key Responsibilities
A major part of the position involves membership engagement. The officer will help potential members through the application process, organise inductions and coordinate regular member meetings.
The successful candidate will also liaise with speakers, parliamentarians, policymakers and research networks. Accessibility is an important consideration, with the role requiring the officer to help ensure meetings, events, communications and online content meet participants’ access needs.
Communications responsibilities include producing regular member updates and newsletters for an audience of approximately 5,000 people. The officer will also draft and schedule LinkedIn and other social media content, update the website and monitor engagement statistics.
The role also includes supporting meetings and events by managing invitations, reminders, speakers, logistics and documentation. The officer may prepare agendas, take minutes, follow up on actions and monitor attendance.
Another important aspect is supporting policy influencing work, including government consultations and correspondence with policymakers.
Skills and Experience
Equally Ours is looking for someone with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate sensitively and diplomatically.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills are also essential. Candidates should be comfortable managing competing priorities, meeting deadlines and working with limited supervision.
Experience with digital and event-management platforms is particularly relevant. The organisation specifically mentions Eventbrite, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint, Mailchimp, WordPress and Canva.
Candidates should also have experience creating content for different audiences and communication channels. An understanding of accessibility and inclusive communications is important, as is knowledge of GDPR and confidentiality.
A passion for human rights, equality and social justice is central to the position. Equally Ours is also seeking someone willing to learn about how public policy is developed in the UK and how civic engagement contributes to policymaking and legislation.
Who Could Be a Strong Candidate?
This opportunity could appeal to communications officers, engagement officers, digital communications professionals, membership coordinators and people with experience in nonprofit or advocacy organisations.
Candidates who can demonstrate experience managing social media, newsletters, websites, events and stakeholder relationships may find the responsibilities particularly relevant.
Experience in the charity, nonprofit, human rights, equality, public affairs or policy sectors would also be valuable. However, the organisation describes the role as suitable for someone with a broad range of skills and interests.
Because the position involves sensitive subjects and working with people from diverse backgrounds, strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, resilience and an inclusive approach are important.
Application Details
Applicants must submit both a CV and cover letter. The cover letter can be a maximum of 5,000 characters and should explain the candidate’s interest in the role while addressing the criteria in the person specification with relevant evidence and examples.
The application deadline is 11:00 p.m. on 11 September 2026.
The organisation is also using anonymous recruitment and has a guaranteed interview scheme for eligible applicants who meet the relevant criteria.
Final Thoughts
The Communications and Engagement Officer role offers an opportunity to combine digital communications, stakeholder engagement, policy support and social-impact work within a small organisation.
For communications professionals who want their work to contribute to equality, human rights and systemic change, the position could provide meaningful responsibilities across several areas rather than limiting the successful candidate to one communications function.
Applicants should carefully review the full application pack before submitting their application and ensure that their cover letter provides specific examples demonstrating how their experience matches the essential criteria.
Job: Communications and Engagement Officer
Organisation: Equally Ours
Location: London, Greater London — Hybrid
Salary: £32,000–£35,000 FTE
Hours: Up to 28 hours / 4 days per week
Contract: Permanent, Part-time
Posted: 12 August 2026
Closing date: 11 September 2026 at 11:00 p.m.
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