Media & Stories Manager

Media & Stories Manager

41851 per annum 5000 area weighting

Full time permanent

37.5 hours per week

Hybrid London Devonshire Square

DBS requirement No

This role does not offer eligibility for visa sponsorship.

We are Nacro we believe that everyone deserves a good education a safe and secure place to live the right to be heard and the chance to start again with support from someone on their side.

Thats why our housing education justice and health and wellbeing services work alongside people to give them the support and skills they need to succeed. And its why we fight for their voices to be heard and campaign together to create lasting change.

We see your future whatever the past.

Are you a sharp storyteller with a passion for social justice Do you know how to turn real experiences into powerful media coverage that sparks conversation and drives change If so this could be your next move.

As our Media & Stories Manager you will play a key role in strengthening Nacros position as a leading social justice charity. You will be at the heart of our media activitycrafting compelling narratives statements and news releases.

You will develop strong relationships with journalists and deliver impactful coverage that amplifies the voices of the people we support by:

• Driving national and local media coverage through proactive and reactive press activity
• Creating newsworthy case studies and human-interest stories
• Pitching creative media ideas that support major campaigns and influencing priorities
• Building trusted relationships with journalists and positioning us as a leading voice in social justice
• Working collaboratively across teams to deliver integrated high-impact communications
• Keeping our media function fast responsive and effective

What youll bring:

• A track record of securing high-quality national media coverage
• Experience in a busy press office environment
• The ability to juggle tight deadlines and shifting priorities
• Strong knowledge of the media landscape
• Excellent writing and communication skills across different formats and audiences
• A talent for simplifying complex issues into clear engaging content
• Creativity initiative and a collaborative mindset.

Bonus if you have:

• Experience delivering integrated campaigns
• A background in the charity or third sector
• Knowledge of education justice or housing sectors.

Why join us
Youll be part of a team thats committed to making a real differencesupporting people influencing policy and driving meaningful change. Your work will amplify voices that need to be heard and help shape the national conversation.

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Application deadline 26/05/2026

This role offers a starting salary within Nacros pay structure ofarea weighting Entry with expected progression toarea weighting Established within the first year subject to meeting clear criteria and performance standards with further pay progression available in the future. Nacros pay framework provides transparent progression points and supports ongoing professional development and career growthWe are Nacrowe believe that everyone deserves a good education a safe and secure place to live the right to be heard and the chance to start again with support from someone on their side.

Nacro is fair and inclusive employer

At Nacro we believe in the power of a diverse and inclusive team. We are a Ban the Box employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds including those with criminal records. Convictions are not discussed at application stage and will only be considered later if relevant to the role assessed fairly proportionately and confidentially. For advice contact our confidential Criminal Record Support Service on or