Digital Engagement Manager (2 Year fixed term contract)
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Job Summary
Length of Contract - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract
Location - London (Hybrid)
The Opportunity
Are you a creative and strategic digital leader with a passion for mission-driven communications Do you want to help shape how the Methodist Church connects with people across the UK and beyond
Were looking for a Digital Engagement Manager to lead the Churchs public-facing digital channels including our website social media email communications and digital campaigns.
About the role
This is a key role within the Communications team responsible for ensuring our digital content is timely accessible and aligned with our mission and strategic prioritiesYoull work closely with colleagues across Communications Evangelism & Growth and Publishing Services to deliver engaging digital experiences that deepen relationships with Methodist members churches and wider audiences.
- Lead the planning and delivery of digital content and campaigns across the organisation.
- Ensure all digital platforms reflect the Churchs values and strategic aims.
- Manage and develop a talented digital team including content creators and social media specialists.
- Align digital engagement with the wider Digital Engagement Strategy ensuring consistency and audience growth.
- Monitor performance through KPIs and reporting using insights to inform future activity.
- Oversee the digital engagement budget and supplier relationships.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a joined-up approach to messaging and audience development.
About You
Youll be a confident communicator and experienced digital strategist with:
- Experience in a relevant field.
- Proven ability to lead digital communications in a church or charity setting.
- Strong project management skills and a collaborative approach.
- Excellent writing skills and a high level of digital literacy.
- A creative mindset and a desire to innovate and adapt to emerging trends.
- An understanding of the missional context of UK Churches and the language of the Church.
- A commitment to equality diversity and inclusion and to the values of the Methodist Church.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Why Join Us
This is a unique opportunity to shape the digital voice of the Methodist Church and help us reach new audiences with a message of hope justice and faith. Youll be part of a supportive and passionate team working together to make a meaningful impact.
Our Culture Values and Benefits
Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing.
We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year) TOIL flexi-leave and an on-site Wellbeing Advisor service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme where the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution.
The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups. We also welcome applications from people living with disabilities.
If you have questions about the vacancy or require reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at:
Closing date: 30 November 2025
Interviews will be held in London on: 11 December 2025
The Methodist Church
For further information about The Methodist Church please visit our website Our Calling
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of Gods love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
The Church exists to:
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Increase the awareness of Gods presence and celebrate Gods love (Worship).
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Help people to grow and learn as Christians through mutual support and care (Learning and Caring).
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Be a good neighbour to people in need and to challenge injustice (Service).
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Make more followers of Jesus Christ (Evangelism).
Our Benefits
Pension scheme
Living Wage
Season ticket loan
Removal leave
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Employee Orientation
- Public Health
- Account Management
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- Conflict Management
- Project Management
- Relationship Management
- Team Management
- Customer relationship management
- Human Resources
- Public Speaking
