The Institute of Race Relations (IRR) in the United Kingdom is inviting applications for a Digital Development Officer to support its communications, digital engagement and anti-racist education work. This full-time opportunity is suitable for creative communications professionals with experience producing digital content, engaging online audiences and translating research into accessible materials across digital platforms.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Communications Coordinator and the wider IRR team to expand the organisation’s digital presence, develop educational resources and communicate research, publications and archival materials to diverse audiences.
The position offers an annual salary of £32,400, a two-year fixed-term contract and a hybrid working arrangement requiring two specified days per week in the London office.
Key Details
- Position: Digital Development Officer
- Organisation: Institute of Race Relations (IRR)
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Job type: Full-time
- Contract duration: Two years, fixed-term
- Salary: £32,400 per year
- Working arrangement: Hybrid, with two specified days per week in the London office
- Annual leave: 25 days, plus UK bank holidays
- Additional benefits: Pension scheme, annual increments based on performance and winter-break office closure
- Application deadline: 20 November 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
- Interview period: Week commencing 1 December 2026
- Application method: Email
About the Institute of Race Relations
The Institute of Race Relations is an independent educational charity and anti-racist think tank based in England. Its work focuses on racial justice, migrant and refugee rights, structural racism and the development of community-led responses to inequality.
The organisation conducts research and analysis, documents developments relating to race and racism, supports grassroots organisations and promotes political education. Its work connects historical anti-racist movements with contemporary campaigns and community struggles.
The Digital Development Officer will help make this research and educational work more accessible through engaging digital communications and resources.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will contribute to the development and implementation of IRR’s digital communications activities.
1. Digital content development
The officer will transform material from the Race & Class journal, research publications and organisational archives into accessible and engaging digital content. This may involve adapting complex research for different online platforms and audiences.
2. Online audience engagement
The role includes developing ways to engage IRR’s core audiences and online communities through social media, websites, email lists and other digital channels.
3. Digital analytics and impact monitoring
The successful applicant will monitor the impact of communications activities, analyse audience engagement and report on relevant digital performance indicators.
4. Educational resource development
The officer will help develop educational materials from archival content and support a major IRR programme involving events, education and collaborations across three regions of England.
5. Team collaboration
The role requires close collaboration with the Communications Coordinator and wider team to deliver consistent communications that align with the organisation’s programmes and anti-racist mission.
Eligibility and Skills
IRR is seeking a creative, organised and adaptable communications professional who understands digital platforms and audience engagement.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Experience producing digital communications and content for different platforms.
- Creativity and willingness to experiment with new approaches to digital engagement.
- A strong understanding of online audiences and community engagement.
- The ability to translate complex research, data and analysis into accessible content.
- Experience or competence in communicating through social media, websites and email lists.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
- The ability to work collaboratively and produce clear, consistent communications.
- A commitment to anti-racism and equal opportunities in the workplace.
Applicants should consult the full job description and person specification for the complete requirements and selection criteria.
Salary and Benefits
The advertised salary is £32,400 per year for full-time employment. The position also offers:
- 25 days of annual leave, in addition to bank holidays.
- A pension scheme that staff can join.
- Annual salary increments based on performance.
- Office closure during the winter break.
- A hybrid working arrangement, with two specified days each week in the London office and flexibility to work remotely on the remaining days.
The role is offered on a two-year fixed-term basis.
How to Apply
Applicants should review the official job description and person specification before completing the application form.
Required steps:
- Read the official job description and person specification.
- Download and complete the Digital Development Officer application form.
- Send the completed application by email before the deadline.
- Complete the anonymous equality monitoring form as part of the application process.
IRR aims to make recruitment accessible. Applicants who require reasonable adjustments at any stage should contact by email to discuss their needs confidentially.
Application Deadline and Interviews
The closing date is 20 November 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 1 December 2026 and will take place at the organisation’s London office.
Applicants should submit their completed materials before the deadline and confirm any additional application instructions in the official documentation.
