Parenting for Lifelong Health
Partnerships & Communications Associate
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Parenting for Lifelong Health (PLH) Partnerships & Communications Associate
Position Overview
Parenting for Lifelong Health (PLH) is seeking an organised, proactive, and motivated Partnerships & Communications Associate to support the development and stewardship of strategic partnerships while strengthening PLH’s external communications.
Position Type: 37.5 hours per week (flexible arrangements considered)
Application Deadline: Thursday 13 August 2026
Location: This is a remote-working position. Please apply even if you are not based in the UK.
Start date: Oct 2026
Salary: £38,588-£49,350 base salary, plus benefits
Benefits: Flexible remote-working, home office set-up, unlimited annual leave, professional development opportunities, enhanced pension contributions, enhanced statutory leave provisions including maternity and paternity leave.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Strategic Partnerships, the Partnerships and Communications Associate will support the development and stewardship of strategic partnerships while strengthening PLH’s external communications. This role sits at the intersection of relationship management, fundraising support, and storytelling - helping translate PLH’s impact into compelling narratives, ensuring partners are effectively engaged, while strengthening PLH’s visibility.
Responsibilities
Partnerships Support
- Support the identification, research, and tracking of prospective donors and partners (foundations, multilaterals, corporates, and NGOs)
- Support with proposal development
- Assist in the preparation of partnership materials, including concept notes, pitch decks, and donor briefings
- Coordinate partner communications, including updates, reports, and follow-ups
- Maintain and update partnership pipelines and CRM systems by tracking funding opportunities, deadlines, and submission processes
- Support the organisation of partner meetings, events, and convenings
Communications and Content
- Develop and design high-quality written content, including:
- Donor communications and reports
- Case studies and impact stories
- Website and newsletter content
- Slide decks and annual reports
- Develop a social media strategy and draft and schedule social media content aligned with organisational priorities
- Support the management and updates for PLH’s website and digital platforms
- Ensure consistency in messaging, tone, and branding across materials through:
- Maintaining the PLH branding toolbox and a suite of branded materials
- Supporting the PLH team to use PLH branding and branded materials effectively
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Strategic Communications
- Support the implementation of PLH’s communications strategy
- Translate technical and research content into accessible, compelling narratives and impact briefs
- Contribute to campaigns that elevate PLH’s visibility and influence
- Track and report on communications performance (e.g. engagement, reach) and use insights to improve content and targeting
Cross-Team Coordination
- Work closely with research, programme, and leadership teams to gather content and insights
- Support alignment between partnerships, fundraising, and communications efforts
- Ensure timely delivery of communications and reporting outputs linked to grants and partnerships
Essential Criteria
- Bachelor's degree.
- At least 3 years’ experience in partnerships, fundraising, communications, or a related role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly
- Experience of designing high-quality communications materials using Canva (or similar design tools)
- Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
- Experience supporting donor engagement or external partnerships
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Criteria
- Experience working in a remote or distributed organisation.
- Experience working with CRM systems (e.g. Monday.com, Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar)
- Familiarity with government systems, international development, and/or evidence-based social interventions
Personal Attributes
- Proactive and reliable, with a strong sense of ownership and follow-through.
- Collaborative working style, with the ability to build positive relationships across a remote and international team.
- Commitment to PLH’s values, including equity, social justice, and supporting families and communities.
PLH Values
- Courage: We have the courage to design for the big picture and complex problems with a commitment to creating sustainable solutions that last.
- Evidence: We believe our work transforms the lives of children, families, and communities. Evidence of impact guides every decision, and we are relentless in pursuing the greatest impact with the least investment of time and resources required for parents and providers.
- Playfulness: Parenting and child wellbeing thrives on play — and so do we. We experiment, learn from each other, as well as from parents and children, and create playful and engaging products and programmes that inspire joy, curiosity, and connection.
- Respect: Everyone brings something essential. We show kindness in our team, honesty with our partners, and deep respect and empathy for parents and children, and those who are on the frontline of providing services for them.
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Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity
PLH has a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity in how we work, who we work with, and what we do. Candidates from minority and disadvantaged backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
PLH also has a strong commitment to the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA). All candidates considered for the role will be subject to background and reference checks in their country of residence.
To Apply
Please complete the application form for this position on our website. Start date: October 2026 on a fixed-term contract of 12 months (possible permanent extension). Please submit a CV and a supporting statement explaining how you meet the above criteria. Only complete applications will be considered.
About Parenting for Lifelong Health
Parenting for Lifelong Health (PLH) aims to empower parents to improve child development, reduce family violence, and promote mental health. We give parents the support they need, the skills that work, and trusted advice they can count on to protect and support their children’s health, safety, and development. Our parenting courses are developed with families, powered by low-cost and accessible technology, backed by rigorous evidence, and delivered within systems.
Originally founded as an initiative in 2012 in collaboration with UNICEF and the WHO, Parenting for Lifelong Health was established as a UK charity in 2022 and since then has reached over 6.3 million families in more than 35 countries.
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