Director level
BK
Communications specialist with 9 years experience in agencies, advocacy organisations and EU institutions
I support clients in the sustainability and energy space to communicate complex information to their audiences, bringing an understanding of local, national and international policy landscapes to ensure campaigns create real world impact as well as building awareness.
I bring experience across communications and external affairs, particularly communications strategy, media relations, crisis communications, thought-leadership, campaign development, and stakeholder mapping and engagement.
Whether shaping a complex narrative, creating a strategic comms plan or developing a position paper, I bring rigour, energy and a jargon-free approach, helping organisations to advance their mission.
Previous roles include: Sustainability & ESG Lead, Account Director, Policy communications consultant
Business area: Communications, Media & PR
Daily rate: Flexible
Experience level: Manager
HS
Versatile consultant with expertise in programme design, quality assurance and stakeholder engagement
Experienced freelance consultant with a strong track record across programme design, quality assurance and international development, including UN consultancy experience. I bring a flexible, people-centred approach to complex organisational challenges, with proven ability to design and deliver programmes that improve outcomes for vulnerable adults. Previous work spans the voluntary sector, higher education and international NGOs. I am skilled in stakeholder engagement, operational frameworks, research and policy implementation. Available for varied consultancy projects on a remote or flexible basis across the UK.
Previous roles include: Freelance Programme Design Consultant•International Development •Communications Consultant
Business area: Policy, Campaign & Public Affairs
Daily rate: Flexible
Experience level: Manager
PMQ
Consultant bridging research, policy and advocacy for climate, sustainability, and development outcomes
I am a Brussels-based consultant working at the nexus of evidence, policy, and advocacy. Through my boutique consultancy MNPQ, I support organisations working on climate, sustainability and global development to shape strategy, strengthen partnerships and communicate evidence effectively to decision-makers.
My work spans EU and international public affairs, advocacy strategy, stakeholder engagement, funding pitches, message development, and facilitation of high-level consultations. I help clients turn complex evidence into compelling narratives and actionable policy influence.
I work remotely across across the UK, Europe, and internationally. Available to travel for key meetings, particularly in Brussels, London, and other European capitals.
Previous roles include: Founder & Principal Consultant, MNPQ Consulting; senior roles and consultancies with CGIAR, International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT), International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), Healthy Reefs for Healthy People; assignments with funders including the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and GIZ
Business area: Policy, Campaign & Public Affairs
Daily rate: Flexible
Experience level: Director
SC
Award-Winning Charity Marketer: Proven Results in Engagement, Income & Impact
London-based with willingness to travel and work remotely and hybrid
Multi-award-winning marketing strategist with 10 years driving measurable change for charities and nonprofits – and making every pound work harder.
Proven results include: brand trust +15%, social engagement +100%, media mentions +547%, service use +218%, income +300%, and shifting perceptions (19% to 47% belief change in target audiences).
I’ve managed teams of 2-25 and budgets from £35k-£2m, consistently delivering maximum impact from limited resources.
Services: marketing strategy, campaign management, brand development, digital marketing, copywriting, and team leadership.
Marketing as a force for good – with the metrics to prove it.
Previous roles include: Head of Brand & Marketing, Head of Brand, Digital & Content, Head of Marketing & Digital
Business area: Marketing & Digital
Daily rate: Flexible
Experience level: Head
FR
25 years' managerial experience in national charity and national media roles
Award-winning communications specialist and writer with more than 25 years’ experience spanning national journalism, national health charities and digital marketing. I led media campaigns at Macmillan Cancer Support, including World’s Biggest Coffee Morning and produced high quality work under intense time pressure as a journalist at The Sun. Now a senior copywriter, I craft clear marketing collateral for dozens of companies worldwide using the StoryBrand framework. Equally comfortable leading teams or writing hands-on, I bring creativity, composure and strategic impact to every project.
I work in London, the South East or remotely.
Previous roles include: Senior comms manager, senior comms lead, editor, chief sub-editor, senior copywriter
Business area: Communications, Media & PR
Daily rate: Flexible
Experience level: Manager
DK
I generate hard-working national press coverage and impactful communications for small and mid-size charities.
I work UK-wide remotely and on a hybrid basis in Liverpool and London.
I have 14 years’ experience in developing cross-channel communications and PR campaigns for charities around key milestones that shift the dial and generate national coverage. My strategic communications skills include partner outreach, stakeholder engagement and leading on cross-industry campaigns. I bring creative ideation, a book of press contacts and the ability to get your voice heard through earned and owned media. I can lead on PR and social-first campaigns that meet your strategic long-term objectives. My contacts span national news, culture, business, health and consumer affairs and lifestyle journalists across print, digital and broadcast media.
Previous roles include: Founder- PR and Media agency (Changing Faces, The Living Wage Foundation, Ethical Consumer Magazine, The Vitiligo Society, Bite Back, Angling Trust) PR Associate and Account Director - 23red agency Senior Communications Officer - Bectu union
Business area: Communications, Media & PR
Daily rate: 350
Experience level: Manager
EA
Policy, strategic communications and public affairs professional with experience across public, private and third sectors
London and remote
I possess a strong grasp of public policy issues and political processes with experience in policy development, influencing legislation and securing political support honed from working in Parliament and for a business organisation.
Through high-profile events, grassroots and coalition mobilisation, traditional press and social media, strategic communications and stakeholder engagement, I deliver successful lobbying and enhance the profile and impact of organisations.
I provide:
- Mapping, outreach, and relationship-building with policymakers, and key stakeholders in other sectors.
- Briefings, consultation responses, parliamentary events, lobbying and campaigns
- Messaging frameworks, thought leadership, (social) media
- Briefings, reports, explainers
- Advice, training on policy and political processes, training on LinkedIn
Previous roles include: Parliamentary Researcher, Policy Manager, Public Affairs roles including secretariat for All Party Parliamentary Group, Freelance business PR, Founder – charitable organisation, welfare benefits adviser, charity trustee
Business area: Policy, Campaign & Public Affairs
Daily rate: Flexible
Experience level: Manager
PS
15 years' experience delivering impactful digital content, managing complex creative projects and leading multidisciplinary teams
London / Brighton / The South-East / Hybrid / Remote (would travel further for the right role)
I have significant creative, production and digital experience working with a range of leading media, cultural and not-for-profit organisations including the BBC, National Theatre and Amnesty International
Services include-
- Creative consultation on digital content ideas – developing and refining the concept; creating a realistic schedule & budget; bringing together the right team
- Managing end-to-end production of digital projects
- Talent management of celebrity ambassadors for campaigns & projects
- Creating and producing podcasts to amplify campaign or organisational messages
- Copywriting / proofreading for campaign communication materials
- Media / broadcast training
- Live event management – curating content, briefing presenters, managing teams
Previous roles include: Executive Producer, Head of Documentaries and Narrative, Director of Production, Producer
Business area: Marketing & Digital
Daily rate: Negotiable
Experience level: Head
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