Overview

The Centre for Progressive Change is looking for a Safe Sick Pay Campaign Director that will be part of the newly formed Executive Team. This is an exciting time to be joining the campaign, as we capitalise on our successes so far and plan for our next big policy gain - increasing the rate of Statutory Sick Pay.

This role will be in charge of the Safe Sick Pay campaign including the strategy to see an increase in the rate of Statutory Sick Pay, fundraising to implement the strategy, hiring campaign team members, supporting the team to implement the strategy, holding the key stakeholder relationships, driving the campaign, and delivering parts of the campaign where needed.

As a member of the Executive Team, they will be part of the team responsible for the strategy, structure, team, culture and finances of the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Safe Sick Pay campaign strategy to increase the rate of Statutory Sick Pay.
• Fundraise to implement the campaign strategy.
• Hire and support campaign team members, and manage the team to deliver the strategy.
• Hold key stakeholder relationships and drive the campaign forward.
• Deliver parts of the campaign where needed.
• Contribute to organisation strategy, structure, team, culture and finances as a member of the Executive Team.

Position details

Responsible to: Executive Director

Location: Office in Sustainable Ventures, Waterloo, London

Salary: £60,000 - £67,980 starting salary based on experience

Contract type: Fixed-term contract for 12 months, with extension subject to further funding

Hours: Full-time

Closing date and time: Monday 6th October 2025, 09:00

Qualifications and experience

• Experience in campaign leadership, preferably in non-profit/advocacy settings.
• Strong strategic planning and fundraising skills.
• Proven ability to build and manage teams and stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work within a growing executive team and organisation.