Head of Advocacy & Public Affairs

£57,202 – £67,297 per annum
5 days, 37.5 hours per week
Location: Witney, Oxfordshire (minimum 40% office based)

More than 380 million Christians experience high levels of persecution and discrimination for their faith according to Open Doors research.  That is 1 in 7.  Open Doors UK & Ireland works as part of the Open Doors global network to connect Christians in the UK and Ireland with our persecuted brothers and sisters, raising awareness of global persecution, mobilising prayer, support and action.

In the last few years in the UK, we have seen media and politicians become more interested in issues relating to international persecution and freedom of religion or belief (FoRB).  This has given us a window of opportunity to press for change.  Open Doors UK & I is now seeking a Head of Advocacy & Public Affairs with the desire and gifting to strengthen Christians in the persecuted church. The successful candidate will lead and manage the advocacy and media teams with passion and skill to build on the existing momentum. 

We are looking for a committed Christian* with significant experience in advocacy, media, strategic leadership and team management who is agile in mindset, inspirational, and visionary to achieve even greater impact.

In the midst of the current climate of global change and challenge, this is a key spiritual and strategic leadership opportunity.

You will have the opportunity to use your God-given character and talents to contribute to the work of Open Doors and to work with integrity and with purpose. We offer a flexible role with a good work-life balance, huge job satisfaction and employee benefits. You will work with some inspirational people and have the opportunity to develop within your role.

We welcome applications from candidates of different backgrounds, please consider whether you might invest your passions and gifts in strengthening the persecuted Church all over the world.

If you are a Christian* looking to make an impact and seeking a new challenge in 2025, here’s how to apply:

• view the Recruitment Pack
• complete the online application and upload a copy of your cover letter and CV

Closing date:     Sunday, 13 April 2025
1st Interviews:   Wednesday, 23 April 2025 (Online via MS Teams)
2nd interviews:  Wednesday, 14 May 2025 (in-person, in Witney)

If you experience any issues with the online application, email: [email protected]

*There is an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for this post to be held by an active, practising Christian who assents to our statement of faith (see website).