Head of Marketing, Communications & Income Generation

Head of Marketing, Communications & PartnershipsSMART Recovery Global/InternationalReports to: CEO

Location: Remote / international collaboration

Contract: Fractional contractor

Commitment: 8–10 days per month

Fee: £250 per day

About SMART Recovery Global/International

SMART Recovery Global is an international organisation advancing evidence-based addiction recovery through a growing network of affiliates, volunteers, and partners worldwide. As the organisation enters a new phase of international growth, we are seeking a Head of Marketing, Communications & Partnerships to strengthen our global profile, expand partnerships and support sustainable income generation.

The Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, this newly created role will contribute to strategy and focus on delivery across:

• Global marketing and brand development
• Communications and digital engagement
• Partnerships, fundraising and income generation

The role focuses on hands-on delivery, helping position SMART Recovery Global as a leading international voice in recovery and social impact.

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership Input

• Develop and deliver integrated marketing, communications and partnership plans
• Advise the CEO on brand positioning, reputation and sector influence
• Increase SMART Recovery’s global visibility and impact

Marketing & Communications

• Lead global marketing campaigns and brand development
• Oversee digital communications, website, social media and thought leadership content
• Manage media engagement and support CEO presentations and public engagement
• Use audience insight and analytics to improve reach and engagement

Partnerships & Income Generation

• Build pipelines for trusts, foundations, donors, corporate and international funding opportunities
• Develop funding proposals and partnership pitches
• Build and manage relationships with strategic partners and funders

Stakeholder Engagement

• Strengthen relationships across the global affiliate network
• Develop partnerships within recovery, public health, research and social impact sectors
• Represent SMART Recovery Global at events where appropriate

First-Year Success Measures

Within 12 months, the successful candidate will help deliver:

• A global marketing and communications strategy
• A fundraising and partnership pipeline
• 12+ media placements or thought leadership outputs
• Growth in digital engagement, including:
• 50% increase in website traffic
• 40% increase in social media reach
• Identification of 40+ prospective funders
• Submission of 15+ funding applications
• Securing 3–5 grants or strategic partnerships
• Establishment of five key international partnerships
• A compelling global communications narrative highlighting SMART Recovery’s impact worldwide

Person SpecificationExperience

• Senior experience in marketing, communications, partnerships, and fundraising
• Proven hands-on success securing grant, philanthropic and partnership funding.
• Hands-on experience leading strategic campaigns and stakeholder engagement
• NGO, charity or social impact sector experience desirable

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and storytelling skills
• Strategic thinker with strong delivery, hands-on capability
• Strong relationship-building and partnership development skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote international environment.
• Passion for evidence-based recovery and social impact.
• Collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused

Why Join SMART Recovery Global?

This is an opportunity to help shape the future of a respected international recovery movement by:

• Working closely with the CEO and international stakeholders
• Influencing the global conversation around recovery
• Building meaningful global partnerships
• Supporting positive social impact across communities worldwide

How to Apply

To arrange a 1-1 discussion with the CEO about the role, please contact us under general enquiries at https://www.smartrecoveryinternational.org/contact-us".

Applications must include:

• A tailored CV outlining how your skills and experience relate to the role (generic CVs will not be accepted)
• A maximum two-page personal statement outlining your motivation and suitability against the Person Specification

Closing date: 11 June 2026 at 12:00 noon GMT