Young Citizens is recruiting a Communications & Engagement Coordinator to join us in a hands‑on role at the heart of our mission to help young people become active, engaged and informed citizens. As Young Citizens is recruiting a Programmes Coordinator to play a hands-on role at the heart of our mission to help young people become active, engaged and informed citizens. Working across our portfolio, you’ll support the delivery of a range of programmes, from legal education initiatives such as Mock Trials and The Big Legal Lesson, to Citizenship Workshops and social action programmes like the Make a Difference Challenge.
You’ll coordinate engaging, high-quality experiences for schools, working closely with teachers, volunteers and partners to ensure programmes run smoothly and meet our participation and impact targets. Alongside delivery, you’ll contribute to growing reach, improving programme content and strengthening our overall impact.
Young Citizens works at the intersection of education, democracy and civic life, helping young people become active participants in their communities. If you’re excited about making a tangible impact through high-quality programme delivery, and want to contribute to a mission driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
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Deadline: 11pm on Sunday 14 June 2026
Who we’re looking for
You will join a small, dedicated team of delivery staff, making this well suited to someone who is ready to take ownership of their key areas while also contributing to shared priorities across the Young Citizens team.
You may have experience in programme delivery, education, events, or a similar role, and be ready to take ownership of a diverse and active portfolio. This role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across different timelines. You’ll be part of a small, collaborative team working in a fast-paced environment where strong processes and relationship-building are key to success.
Why join us
- Deliver an impactful mission with a passionate team. Young Citizens offers the opportunity to join a passionate, supportive and ambitious team dedicated to strengthening democracy by equipping young people with the skills, knowledge and confidence to participate actively in society. Our culture is collaborative, welcoming and impact-focused, and your work will make a tangible difference to children and young people across the UK by helping to deliver programmes that build critical thinking, civic understanding and the confidence to make a positive contribution to their communities.
- A results-driven culture with flexibility and strong benefits. We are building an agile, hybrid organisation with a flexible approach to how we work. Our benefits include 28+ days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), volunteering days, office closure over the Christmas holidays, full pension contributions on the first 8%, and enhanced leave packages.
- A chance to grow and develop. As we enter a new three-year development phase, we’re seeking individuals who thrive in a high-performing, adaptable environment and are motivated to grow alongside the organisation as it scales.
- A chance to leave your mark. We empower our people to be contributors, decision-makers, and designers of our work. We’re looking for proactive professionals who are eager to shape their area of the charity and play a meaningful role in our future direction.
If you’re excited about making a tangible impact through high‑quality programme delivery, and want to contribute to a mission‑driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Key details
- Salary: £28,860 per annum
- Contract: Full time and Permanent
- Location: Central London (Hybrid)
- Start date: ASAP
Deadline: 11pm on Sunday 14 June 2026