TRUSTEE – LOBBYING AND PARLIAMENTARY EXPERIENCE

TRUSTEE – LOBBYING AND PARLIAMENTARY EXPERIENCE
EVERY FUTURE FOUNDATION (EFF)

About Every Future Foundation
Every Future Foundation (EFF) is an anti-racist education charity working to eradicate institutional racism within UK schools. Through programmes like Champions for Change, teacher training, and the Activism Academy, we empower students, educators, and leaders to challenge racism and build equitable school environments.

As we scale our impact and pursue systemic change through policy reform under our 3-Year Strategic Plan (2024-2027), we are seeking a Trustee with lobbying and parliamentary expertise to join our Board.

Role Purpose

The Trustee will play a key role in supporting EFF’s advocacy work to influence national education policies, build strategic relationships with policymakers, and ensure anti-racism becomes a priority within the UK education system.

Key Responsibilities

1. Governance and Strategic Oversight

·       Provide strategic guidance to EFF’s Board and Senior Leadership Team on policy, lobbying, and parliamentary engagement.

·       Support the organisation’s Racial Equity in Education objectives, ensuring alignment with our 3-Year Strategic Plan and influencing priorities.

·       Champion EFF’s mission to eliminate institutional racism, bringing experience of navigating political systems and parliamentary processes to achieve meaningful policy change.

2. Policy and Advocacy Support

·       Advise on EFF’s lobbying strategy, helping the organisation engage effectively with policymakers, parliamentary committees, and government bodies.

·       Guide EFF in building and maintaining relationships with:

o   MPs, All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs), and policy influencers.

o   Local authorities, councils, and education committees.

·       Support the organisation’s advocacy campaigns, such as its work with Citizens UK and the Racial Equity in Education Action Group, to influence systemic reforms.

·       Assist in drafting and reviewing policy recommendations, briefing papers, and parliamentary submissions.

3. Advocacy and Ambassadorship

·       Act as an ambassador for EFF, promoting our work and mission in parliamentary and policy spaces.

·       Support the CEO and Senior Leadership Team in meetings with government representatives and key stakeholders to articulate our case for systemic change.

·       Represent EFF at relevant parliamentary events, public forums, and coalition-building opportunities.

4. Board Contribution

·       Bring knowledge of parliamentary processes and political systems to Board discussions, ensuring decisions are informed by an understanding of policy landscapes.

·       Offer challenge, support, and oversight on advocacy activities and progress towards policy goals.

Person Specification

Essential

·       Parliamentary and Lobbying Expertise: Experience engaging with UK parliamentary processes, policymakers, government bodies, or advocacy campaigns.

·       Strategic Influence: Ability to advise on lobbying strategies to achieve policy reform and systemic change.

·       Networks and Relationships: Strong connections within political, parliamentary, and public-sector spaces, with an understanding of how to leverage relationships for advocacy.

·       Commitment to Anti-Racism: Passion for racial justice and education equity, aligned with EFF’s mission and values.

·       Strong Communication Skills: Ability to represent EFF effectively with political stakeholders, offering clear, persuasive, and strategic advocacy.

Desirable

·       Experience working with organisations driving education reform, racial justice, or systemic change.

·       Understanding of APPGs, parliamentary committees, and public affairs best practices.

·       Policy-writing or public affairs expertise in areas such as education, equality, and inclusion.

Commitment

·       Term: 3 years (renewable).

·       Time commitment: Approximately 4-6 hours per month, including attendance at 4 Trustee Board meetings per year (a mix of in-person and virtual).

·       Occasional participation in parliamentary events, advocacy meetings, and policy-related activities.

Why Join Every Future Foundation?

This is an exciting opportunity to drive systemic, long-term change in the UK education system. As a Trustee, you will:

·       Play a pivotal role in influencing policies that combat institutional racism in schools.

·       Use your expertise to support a dynamic, growing charity with a clear mission for impact.

·       Work alongside a dedicated and passionate team committed to racial equity in education.

·       Enhance your governance experience while making a meaningful contribution to social justice.