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How much do ngo communications manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for ngo communications manager in the United States is $85,857.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $97,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an NGO Communications Manager do?

An NGO Communications Manager is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to promote the organization's mission and activities. They manage public relations, create content for various platforms, oversee media relations, and ensure consistent messaging across all channels. Their role is crucial in building relationships with stakeholders, increasing public awareness, and supporting fundraising efforts. They often coordinate campaigns, handle crisis communications, and monitor the impact of their communication initiatives.

How does an NGO Communications Manager typically collaborate with program teams to ensure accurate and impactful messaging?

An NGO Communications Manager works closely with program teams to gather on-the-ground insights, success stories, and data that shape the organization's messaging. Regular meetings and open channels of communication help ensure that campaigns and external communications accurately reflect the organization's work and impact. This collaboration is crucial for producing authentic content, such as case studies or press releases, and for responding effectively to media inquiries. By building strong relationships across departments, Communications Managers help create unified, compelling narratives that advance the NGO’s mission.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an NGO Communications Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an NGO Communications Manager, you need strong skills in written and verbal communication, content creation, and public relations, typically supported by a degree in communications, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with digital marketing tools, social media platforms, content management systems, and media monitoring software is often required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, creativity, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously help someone excel in this role. These skills ensure effective messaging, stakeholder engagement, and the successful promotion of an organization's mission and impact.
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Senior Issues and Communications Manager (12 month secondment)

Unilever

House, NM • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


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7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

177th of 443 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Senior Issues and Communications Manager (12 month secondment)

Work Level: 2C

Location: Kingston

Please note, this role is a 12 month secondment.
The Corporate Affairs and Issues team is responsible for the effective management of short and long-term issues impacting Unilever's reputation and business operations. It is an exciting team and the 'nerve centre' for managing issue flares, including NGO campaigns, scientific reports, policy/political developments, media queries, consumer issues and social media campaigns affecting Unilever. We work with experts across the business to ensure we respond effectively to issues in line with our values, commitments and positions.
The person in this role will be primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of Unilever's global corporate issues. The role holder will advise other leaders and teams on how to respond to issue flares, and help proactively oversee long-standing issues and emerging trends. Some flexibility will be required to ensure we are able to manage issue flares effectively across the team.
Job Summary:
- Lead the day-to-day management of Unilever's global corporate issues. This includes advising on external positions, messaging and content e.g. geopolitical, human rights, sourcing, tax, etc.
- Act as the teams' primary contact for corporate issues playing out on social media.
- Support our market network and Business Groups on key reputational issues and advise on risk mitigation and handling.
- Act as a trusted adviser on issues management for key sustainability issues, such as plastic.
- Ensure the Corporate Responsibility Committee (CRC) are updated regularly, and in accordance with our governance process, on the most significant issue flares we are managing.
- Maintain and enhance Unilever's issue management process, supporting tools, and governance e.g. Unilever Issues Briefing Centre and Flagging tool etc.
- Respond to issue-related media queries on a daily basis, drawing on the content knowledge of team members and subject matter experts from across the business.
- Prepare media responses, social media responses, content for digital channels and careline responses as needed on active issues.
- Champion effective issues management across the business ensuring all issues are managed in line with established procedures, systems, and governance.
- Develop internal training materials and simulations to promote best practice issues management.
Key Skills/Requirements:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (concise, accurate, channel specific, audience appropriate)
- Strong judgement
- Confidence, drive and initiative
- Ability to work to tight deadlines, calm under pressure and resilient
- Comprehensive understanding of the media (particularly UK and US); a passion for news
- Ability to engage confidently with journalists
- Understanding of how civil society, media, politics, science, business and citizens operate and interact
- Ability and desire to understand complex topics and translate them into compelling stories
- Extensive experience building strong alliances and trust with internal stakeholders
- Real team player. Keeps a balance between personal accountability and delivery through team work
- Consistent and strong application of Unilever behaviours - care deeply, focus on what counts, stay three steps ahead, and deliver with excellence
- Bias for action, shows accountability and responsibility and has a 'can do' attitude
Essential:
- Issues management and communications expertise including on social channels
- Media relations handling, PR and issue management experience - corporate and/or for brands
- Highly organised with good judgement
- Able to deliver in a fast-paced environment
Desirable:
- Corporate affairs, advocacy, and NGO exposure


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