Location: Remote (Preference for candidates based in the UK or Ireland)
Type: Full-Time
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Design and implement a global public relations and communications strategy aligned with Alison’s mission and growth trajectory.
- Create country-specific messaging tailored to local cultural, educational, and media landscapes.
Media & Stakeholder Engagement
- Develop and manage relationships with major global and regional media outlets, journalists, influencers, and institutional communications teams.
- Secure high-impact coverage through proactive media outreach, press releases, interviews, features, and thought leadership.
Brand Storytelling & Thought Leadership
- Lead global storytelling efforts, positioning Alison and its leadership — especially the CEO — as voices of authority on education, skills development, and global empowerment.
- Highlight learner success stories, platform milestones, and policy impact across global platforms and campaigns.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Coordinate closely with Alison’s marketing, product, and partnerships teams to integrate PR into campaign planning and delivery.
- Support regional teams and partners with PR guidance and local media engagement.
Reputation & Crisis Management
- Safeguard and strengthen Alison’s brand reputation worldwide.
- Anticipate and manage sensitive communications and issues related to education, privacy, inclusion, and platform use.
Candidate Profile
Experience
- 8–10+ years of progressive leadership in public relations, communications, or marketing with a global or multi-regional focus.
- Demonstrated success in building awareness for mission-driven or education-based platforms, NGOs, or digital social enterprises.
- Experience engaging with high-level media, government agencies, and institutional stakeholders.
Skills & Attributes
- Outstanding communicator with the ability to craft compelling narratives across diverse audiences and platforms.
- Strategic thinker with the energy and initiative to build a global PR function from the ground up.
- Globally minded and culturally intelligent, with an understanding of media dynamics in key emerging and developed markets.
- Self-starter comfortable working remotely in a fast-moving, purpose-driven team environment.
Desirable
- Familiarity with global education trends, digital learning platforms, or LMS solutions.
- Background in media strategy for social impact, digital literacy, workforce development, or open-source advocacy.
- Experience managing CEO visibility, high-level speaking engagements, or editorial calendars.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to shape the global voice of one of the world’s most impactful education platforms
- A mission-driven organization reaching tens of millions of learners worldwide
- Remote, flexible working with a truly international team
- A chance to build a high-profile communications function from the ground up
- A purpose-led culture, committed to equity, inclusion, and global empowerment
All applications must be accompanied by the following:
- A Short Introductory Note
- An Up-to-Date CV
- A Cover Letter highlighting why you are applying for the position and explaining why you believe you are especially well qualified. This is important. No application is considered without it.
- Your Alison ID number should be included in your application.
Because Alison receives a high volume of applications, we do not respond to every application. Assume we have received and reviewed your application.
All contact will be treated in confidence.
