Engagement Manager
Quick answer
River Action UK is hiring a home-based Engagement Manager (with UK travel) paying £42k-£52k to lead strategic stakeholder engagement and grassroots campaigning to restore Britain's rivers.
- Role
- Engagement Manager
- Organization
- RIVER ACTION UK
- Location
- Home-based with regular travel to London and across the UK
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £42,000 - £52,000 per annum
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
- Apply by
- 2026-07-15
The role
River Action UK is seeking an Engagement Manager to lead the development and implementation of stakeholder and community engagement strategies to support river restoration. The role involves building high-level relationships with government officials, regulators, and NGOs while overseeing grassroots campaigning efforts. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership to help the organization influence policy, legal actions, and public awareness regarding water pollution. This position requires a balance of political acumen and the ability to connect local community action with national advocacy goals.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver River Action’s stakeholder engagement and public affairs strategy.
- Manage relationships with senior decision-makers, regulators, and strategic partners.
- Oversee community engagement programmes and catchment-based campaigning activities.
- Coordinate stakeholder engagement around key campaigns, policy initiatives, and legal actions.
- Provide strategic direction and oversight to the Senior Engagement Coordinator.
What it takes
- Significant experience in stakeholder engagement, public affairs, or advocacy.
- Proven track record of managing relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
- Experience overseeing community organizing or grassroots campaigning programmes.
- Strong understanding of UK water-related political, regulatory, and policy-making processes.
- Exceptional networking, influencing, and project management skills.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
25 days holiday plus bank holidays, additional 3 days holiday between Christmas and New Year, Flexitime policy, and 5% pension contribution.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This is a home-based role that requires regular travel to London and across the UK to engage with stakeholders and attend meetings.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary for this position is between £42,000 and £52,000 per annum, depending on experience.
How and by when do I need to apply?
Applications must be submitted via email to [email protected] by 5pm on Wednesday, 15th July 2026. You must include a CV, a cover letter, and a 750-word written submission regarding a hypothetical Clean Water Bill.
What are the core qualifications required?
You need significant experience in stakeholder engagement or public affairs, a strong understanding of UK water policy, and the ability to manage both high-level partnerships and grassroots campaigns.
How to apply
Apply directly on RIVER ACTION UK's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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