Reference: 98690
Date Added: 27 February 2026
Closing Date: 29 March 2026
Job Title: Communications Manager
Working For: Peace Pledge Union
Location: London
Salary: £43,740 FTE, pro rata at 60% (£26,244)
Length of Contract: 3-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension subject to funding.
Job Details
We are looking for a driven, thoughtful and committed Communications Manager to help shape and strengthen the Peace Pledge Union’s public voice. This role focuses on sharing our work as widely and effectively as possible, through social media, news media, supporter communications and our website. You will act as a spokesperson for the organisation, write and develop communications materials, respond to current events, and help grow our membership and supporter base.
The Peace Pledge Union (PPU) is a pacifist campaigning organisation that has promoted nonviolence and opposed war since 1934. We challenge the systems and ideas that normalise militarism, promote peaceful alternatives, and organise the annual white poppy campaign in remembrance of all victims of war.
We welcome applications from people with non-linear career paths and from those whose relevant experience comes through community organising, campaigning or lived experience, as well as formal communications roles. Political understanding, sound judgement, and the ability to communicate clearly and responsibly are essential.
The PPU values diversity, champions inclusion and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to being an organisation where all voices are heard and all individuals are valued and welcome.
To apply you must be UK-based, able to work in the PPU London office at least once a week, and eligible to work in the UK.
Full details on how to apply - https://www.ppu.org.uk/vacancies
Closing Date: 29 March 2026
Interview/Start Dates
- Applications must be submitted by 23:59 on the closing date
- Interview dates - 8-9 April 2026
- Job start date - 6 May 2026 or as soon as possible - to be agreed with successful candidate
Application Details
You can download the job description and person specification form at https://www.ppu.org.uk/vacancies
To apply for this role, please email a CV and cover letter to jobs@ppu.org.uk. Please submit these as Word or PDF files. In your cover letter, please explain what draws you to the role and why you are suited to it. Please address all points in the person specification and include concrete examples to evidence your experience.
We acknowledge receipt of all applications, but due to limited capacity we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates after the closing date.
Website: http://www.ppu.org.uk