Zinc Network

About the Company

Zinc Network is a full-service communications agency that helps governments, communities, businesses, and NGOs address some of the most complex issues facing the world today and deliver positive social change. We work with global networks of influencers, including activists, NGOs, singers, sports stars, vloggers and businesses whom we partner with to deliver a broad range of campaigns. As an integrated communications agency, we are able to research, plan and execute complex multimedia campaigns using our in-house resources held within each regional office. Zinc Network has a global reach with offices in London, Tbilisi and Warsaw, as well as team members working remotely around the world. This means we are uniquely placed to adapt our expertise to differing cultural contexts at home, and abroad.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Zinc Network

Job Title

Senior Operations Manager (Hybrid - London)

Job Description

**Job title:** Senior Operations Manager **Role Summary:** Lead the planning, logistics, and financial oversight of multiple international donor‑funded projects. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements while managing a diverse operations team and coordinating with stakeholders. **Expectations:** - Deliver projects on schedule, within budget and scope. - Provide effective resource allocation and risk management. - Maintain adherence to internal policies and external donor standards. - Lead and motivate an operations team, ensuring collaboration and accountability. **Key Responsibilities:** - Manage all financial, contractual, and logistical elements from inception to close‑out. - Interpret client contracts, legal, commercial and compliance requirements; enforce compliance. - Coordinate finance activities with Project Accountant and Project Director: cost monitoring, invoice processing, and financial reporting. - Organise high‑volume travel logistics in line with project policies. - Simultaneously manage multiple projects with competing deadlines. - Create, maintain, and manage project documentation, including risk registers. - Supervise and lead the assigned operations staff. - Ensure projects adhere to internal policies, procedures and donor regulations. - Allocate resources (internal staff, freelancers) and secure necessary contracting. - Conduct due diligence, contracting, and onboarding of third‑party suppliers, partners and grant recipients; monitor compliance. - Troubleshoot software issues and liaise with technical support as needed. **Required Skills:** - Proven experience managing end‑to‑end operations of complex, donor‑funded projects (FCDO, USAID, EU, UN, etc.). - Team leadership and staff management. - Strong stakeholder coordination and communication. - Supplier and contract management, procurement, and grant approval. - Financial management, budgeting, and familiarity with accounting software. - Risk management and compliance oversight. - Proficiency in project management tools and reporting. - Fluency in English. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Minimum 6 years in a senior operations or project‑management role. - Experience with international donor‑funded projects and associated procurement rules. - UK Security Clearance (SC) preferred but not mandatory.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

27-11-2025

Company Name

Zinc Network

Job Title

HR Executive - 12 month Maternity Cover

Job Description

**Job title:** HR Executive – 12‑Month Maternity Cover **Role Summary:** Provide proactive HR support across the organisation, enhancing employee engagement, talent development, and organisational effectiveness. Own core HR processes, deliver first‑line guidance to managers and staff, and continuously improve HR practices, ensuring compliance with UK and local employment legislation. **Expectations:** - Deliver end‑to‑end recruitment and onboarding for specified roles. - Maintain accurate HR records and documentation in compliance with legal requirements. - Resolve employee inquiries, support employee relations, and promote a positive workplace culture. - Produce HR reports and contribute to system and process improvements. **Key Responsibilities:** 1. **Recruitment & Onboarding** – Post job openings, screen CVs, schedule interviews, coordinate candidate communication; prepare new‑hire paperwork and conduct orientation; support hiring managers through selection and interview best practices; draft job descriptions; administer full recruitment life cycle for targeted roles. 2. **HR Administration** – Maintain employee records, contracts, leave and training logs; prepare employment contracts, offer and termination letters; update employee handbook and HR policies; ensure documentation complies with UK employment law; generate HR reports analysing absence, turnover, training, and demographics; support implementation of new HR systems and procedures. 3. **Employee Relations** – Respond to employee inquiries, provide first‑line HR advice on performance, conduct, attendance, and general queries; assist with investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, probation reviews; promote employee engagement, team‑building, and well‑being initiatives; support perks research and administration. 4. **Stakeholder Interaction** – Consult with managers, provide guidance on hiring and HR matters; represent the organisation at high‑level client and partner meetings. **Required Skills:** - Knowledge of HR processes, best practices and UK employment legislation. - Experience in full recruitment cycle, onboarding and employee relations. - Strong organisational and analytical skills; attention to detail. - Excellent communication, interpersonal and confidentiality handling. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field. - At least 1 year experience as HR Coordinator or in a similar administrative role. - Right to work in the UK.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Fresher

11-12-2025

Company Name

Zinc Network

Job Title

Chief Strategy Officer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Chief Strategy Officer **Role Summary:** Lead Zinc Network’s strategic, research, creative, and digital functions, integrating AI-powered Kora technology to drive high-impact behavioural interventions, thought leadership, and new business development. **Expectations:** - Deliver end‑to‑end strategic excellence across research, insight, design, campaign, and digital delivery. - Foster innovation, quality standards, and multidisciplinary collaboration. - Position Zinc as a global authority on behaviour change, strategic communications, and emerging security issues. - Drive new business through technical proposals, opportunity mapping, and reputation building in international circles. **Key Responsibilities:** 1. **Team Leadership:** Supervise Head of Research & MREL, Creative Director, Head of Digital and strategist team; ensure integrated, high‑performing operations. 2. **Technical Vision & Innovation:** Champion use of AI/technology (Kora) to enhance research, design, measurement, and delivery; set technical standards and drive continuous improvement. 3. **Quality Assurance:** Oversee research design, data analysis, evaluation methodologies, creative output, and campaign performance to meet rigorous standards. 4. **Strategic Development:** Build and codify scalable frameworks for behavioural change and strategic communications; keep methodologies aligned with emerging policy and security issues. 5. **Business Development:** Draft leadership sections for bids and proposals; collaborate with BD to identify, map, and create competitive opportunities; represent Zinc at industry fora to secure new projects. 6. **Thought Leadership:** Produce insights, white papers, and case studies that elevate Zinc’s reputation in behaviour change, influence operations, and global security. **Required Skills:** - Proven leadership of strategy, research, and creative teams in communication, consulting, or product design. - Deep expertise in intervention design, behavioural science, and strategic communications. - Experience integrating AI/tech solutions to influence audience behaviour. - Strong analytical, project management, and innovation skills. - Knowledge of geopolitics, security, and defense contexts. - Excellent written and verbal communication; proposal drafting. - Ability to translate complex problems into actionable, scalable solutions. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Public Policy, Behavioral Science, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred). - Professional certifications in Project Management, Data Analytics, or Behavioural Change (e.g., BCCS, PMP) are a plus.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

19-12-2025