We are seeking a visionary curriculum designer and high-impact Senior Educational Content Lead to spearhead the evolution of our world-class educational programmes. This is a pivotal role for a strategic thinker with a deep pedagogical background and a relentless passion for bringing global current affairs to the heart of the classroom. Working in collaboration with our Head of Content, and leveraging the journalistic excellence of The Economist Group, you will define the standard for global news education.
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Topical Talk beyond the classroom
How your class can have their say on our lessons
Making school work for every child: Topical Talk and the UK Government’s white paper
Responding to the ‘Every child achieving and thriving’ white paper
**Applications closed** We’re hiring a Senior Fundraising Lead
We are looking for a Senior Fundraising Lead to drive our growth by securing high-value partnerships. This new role is for a results-oriented fundraiser who can manage a sales pipeline and move prospects from “cold” to “secured” with speed and precision. As a Senior Lead, you will take the initiative to propose new approaches that align with our strategic goals and build long-term global partnerships with some of the most renowned companies, trusts and philanthropists. You will sit within a small fundraising team alongside a Director of Fundraising and Head of Fundraising and Partnerships.
Over £100,000 raised for TEEF through The Economist Christmas Campaign
How our feature in the Christmas issue helped broaden our reach going into 2026.
**Applications closed** We’re hiring a Director of Fundraising and Partnerships (Maternity Cover – 14 months)
We are looking for a brilliant Director of Fundraising and Partnerships to join The Economist Educational Foundation for a 14-month maternity cover, to propel our vital work forward at a pivotal moment in the charity’s growth.
**Applications closed** We’re hiring a Principal Product Manager
We’re seeking an exceptional Principal Product Manager to drive our digital transformation and help young people think critically about the world. As our sole digital expert, you will move us from discovery to delivery – building the roadmap, managing the entire product lifecycle and leading the shift from a short-term project mindset to a proactive product mindset.
New curriculum to include media literacy, oracy and democratic education
Responding to the national curriculum review.
The Economist Educational Foundation announces Robert Guest as new Chair of Trustees
The Economist Educational Foundation is delighted to welcome Robert Guest, Deputy Editor of The Economist, as its new Chair of Trustees. Together with CEO Flora Letanka and the team, Robert will continue to strengthen the Foundation’s mission of empowering young people to think critically about current affairs.
Securing democracy: beyond media literacy
The recent Media Literacy Report published by the UK Communications and Digital Committee adds to the recent discourse around the role of media literacy in protecting democracy. But what is missing from the report?