Head of Digital Engagement

Job Description

Head of Digital EngagementOur client is looking for an experienced and highly ambitious person to lead the digital engagement team and drive digital transformation at one of the most well-known and successful charities in the UK. Do you fit the billThisis a high-profile role, responsible for leading the digital engagement strategy and implementation across our clients charity. With the advent of new organisational strategies at both the hospital and charity, this is an exciting time to join the team.Youwill be an experienced digital professional, with proven skills and expertise across the digital marketing mix including search, social, email, web, PPC, digital content (particularly film and photography) and digital insight and reporting. This experienceshould include strategy development, building campaigns from scratch, and launching new channels and digital innovations.You will be responsible for leading and inspiring a team of digital professionals and line managing five direct reports specialising inDigital Content, Digital Performance, Social Media, Website and UX. Together, you will continue a programme of digital transformation at the charity.Theyre looking for somebody with: Substantial experience gained in senior digital communications/engagementroles (client-side or agency-side) A proven track record of delivering results and business impact across digital channels Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills A can-do attitude and an entrepreneurial approach to work A passion for all thingsdigital, with the energy and drive to continue their work as one of the leading organisations in the sector.About the CharityEvery day brings new challenges. Every day, over 600 seriously ill children from across the UK arrive for life-changing treatments.Every day, young lives hang in the balance as patients, families and staff battle the most complex illnesses. And every day, the brightest minds come together to achieve pioneering medical breakthroughs that change the lives of thousands of children - andchange the world. This extraordinary hospital has always depended on charitable support to give seriously ill children the best chance to fulfil their potential. Without donations, our client cant help fund ground-breaking research, advanced equipment, childand family support services, and the rebuilding and refurbishment of wards and medical facilities. Their staff help to raise these vital funds for the hospital. A better future for seriously ill children starts with you.Recently awarded with a Best Companies2-star accreditation and placed number 17 on the 2019 Sunday Times Best 100 Not-for-Profit Companies list - they offer a range of attractive benefits including; a flexible approach to working, 30 days holiday, life assurance, enhanced employer pension contributions,and a discounted season ticket loan.Their Commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionThey recognise that people from some backgrounds are under-represented in their workforce and across the wider Charity sector. In April 2021 they launched their ambitiousthree-year EDI strategy committing to becoming a more inclusive workforce, reflecting the diverse communities that they work with and for and demonstrating this through all areas of work.A more diverse workforce will enable them to deliver even more impactand they particularly encourage applications from communities which are under-represented in the charity. This includes people from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds, people with a disability, people who are LGBT+ or who are from less advantagedsocioeconomic groups.Our clients approach to hybrid workingThis role is based in the Central London office (WC1N, opposite Russell Square underground) with the option to work remotely up to three days a week.Please refer to the full job description when youclick apply for more information.How to ApplyPlease click on the apply button in the top right-hand corner where you will be taken to a short application form to complete. You are encouraged to include a cover letter with your application, and should referto the Charity Information Pack on the Careers page of their website before you apply.Closing date: 12th December.