Public Affairs Jobs
£50,000 - £52,900 per annum
Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office
What the job involves
As part of the Strategic Communications, Campaigns and Brand team, you’ll support the Head of Strategic Communications, Campaigns and Branding by directing the Business Partnering team, and developing and embedding our Business Partnering model.
You’ll partner with senior leaders and product owners to act as a supportive enabler of their communications objectives, and ensuring they’re actively engaged in the development of communications strategies, objectives and plans. A major part of the role will be enabling the integration of activity into the wider communications plan to enhance results from our communications.
You’ll guide the planning process for projects and campaigns to build awareness of risk, tackle health inequalities and improve outcomes for all men affected by and at risk of prostate cancer. As part of this role, you’ll also be managing a team of two.
Please note this role is known internally as Senior Communications Business Partner (HSEI & Research).
What we want from you
In this role you’ll be leading a new team of Business Partners and a Communications Planning Manager to ensure Prostate Cancer UK’s communications are well-planned, integrated (where appropriate), and effective. That means you’ll need a strong understanding of high-impact communications business partnering and planning, using an agile, flexible, and fast-paced approach.
You’ll also excel at building trust and connections with community groups, ideally with experience in reaching, engaging, and activating high-risk communities.
Prior experience and knowledge of devising and delivering big multi-channel campaigns – including PR, social media, communications and marketing would be an asset. You’ll be a strategic influencer who understands how positive, coordinated relationship management drives performance alongside an outstanding communicator – who’s confident and good at communicating complex technical information to general audiences.
Why work with us?
Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men – prostate cancer. It’s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year.
Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men’s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition – to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We’re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease.
Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Prostate Cancer UK we’re committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. To make this happen, we're dedicated to being an inclusive, proactive organisation, as we strive to be Allies to Black communities. We’ll achieve this by advocating and working alongside those communities to promote change. We're also working to be Allies to each other, not only protected groups. In 2024, we launched our New Ally Ship Training Programme. All colleagues at Prostate Cancer UK will be trained to act and identity as an Ally.
We've also signed Business in the Communities Race at Work Charter, as a dedication to our Black health equity work and wider EDI priorities. As a signatory, we're responsible and accountable for driving positive change
Ways of working
Our hybrid working approach combines the best of flexible working – a positive work/life balance, inclusive and accessible platforms, and online information at our fingertips.
Next steps
More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our ‘How to apply’ section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply, please visit the website via the apply button.
The closing date is Sunday 20th April 2025. Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time.
Interviews: By arrangement. Currently scheduled for the week of Monday 28th April 2025.
Prostate Cancer UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1005541) and in Scotland (SC039332). Registered company number 02653887.
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Are you skilled in both quantitative and qualitative research, with the ability to analyse data and uncover meaningful insights?
Can you turn complex data into clear and impactful messages?
Do you excel at engaging with stakeholders and delivering insights through impactful communication?
If so, this is the opportunity for you!
StepChange Debt Charity is seeking a Research and Insight Officer to join our External Affairs team. You’ll play a critical role in supporting the development and delivery of research projects, helping us build a deeper understanding of problem debt in the UK.
What you’ll do:
In this role, you will be at the heart of our research efforts analysing and interpreting primary and secondary quantitative and qualitative data. You’ll manage and deliver key research publications, such as our annual Statistics Yearbook, and oversee our regular monthly reports. From conducting client surveys to producing high quality insights, you’ll ensure that our work is backed by strong evidence and communicates our vision effectively.
You will also engage with external stakeholders to collaborate on joint research initiatives and represent the charity at external events and meetings. Internally, you’ll work closely with colleagues to maximise the use of client data and support the integration of insights into our broader policy and influencing work.
About You:
To excel in this role, you’ll need a strong understanding of research methodologies, with demonstrable experience in using both qualitative and quantitative research techniques. You’ll also have knowledge of common statistical concepts to allow for rich interpretation of our data. You’ll be a confident user of tools like Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, with the ability to design and script surveys, analyse data, and present findings to diverse audiences. Project management skills, excellent organisational abilities, and the capability to meet deadlines are essential.
At StepChange, we offer a supportive and inclusive environment, with opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a tangible impact in society. If you’re ready to bring your skills and passion to this vital role, we’d love to hear from you.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion:
Equality, diversity, and inclusion are incredibly important to us; we have a culture of belonging. We’re always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce to ensure we can provide the best service possible for everyone. It’s not just about the professional experience you bring – we’re interested in who you are and your potential. If there’s an adjustment to our recruitment process that would help you to be your best, speak to our team and they’ll be happy to help.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about public libraries? Do you want to see them move up the political and public agenda? Can you help the library sector get the right message to the right people at the right time?
Libraries Connected is a small organisation with big ambitions for public libraries. As part of our ongoing growth, we are establishing a new team to turbocharge our work advocating for the library sector, influencing policy, delivering research and shaping the national conversation around libraries. This is a unique opportunity to establish and recruit a new team, set our priorities for this area of work and make a lasting impact on public libraries.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
Our vision is an inclusive, modern, sustainable and high-quality public library service at the heart of every community in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Policy and Engagement Manager
The Donkey Sanctuary are tackling the greatest threats working donkeys face locally and around the world, from the donkey skin trade to challenges working animals face in disasters.
We have an excellent opportunity for a creative and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication and collaborative skills to join our collaborative global department focused on influencing change, using campaigning and public affairs tactics.
Position: Policy and Engagement Manager
Location: Devon – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty/hybrid working (applications for fully remote/home working and flexible working patterns welcomed)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday
Salary: £46,402 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: Sunday 13 April 2025. Initial interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on Tuesday 6 May 2025. Applicants successful at this stage will progress to final interviews, via Microsoft Teams, on Wednesday 15th May 2025.
About the Role
As Policy and Engagement Manager, you will work in partnership with department leadership to manage our positioning and evidence base for ambitious global influencing strategy and plans, and will share the load on external representation, from local to UN level. This vital role will help us advance credible connections with the sustainable development, wildlife crime, One Health and One Welfare agendas, where this can leverage outcomes and exciting point in our strategy.
Principal duties include:
• Developing UK, EU and global political engagement for organisation including developing an internal working network.
• Strategically supporting designated cross-organisation influencing campaigns and projects.
• Supporting our international programme partnership influencing goals, developing toolkits and supporting capacity to increase our reach.
• Managing a small team – developing its vision and objectives, maintaining and empowering an inclusive work environment, setting clear objectives to meet organisational goals.
• Developing and maintaining a multi-organisation alliance that engages stakeholders from multiple disciplines, including academic and governmental, for the benefit of the charity causes and managing the coordination of this work.
• Undertaking research and writing policy position papers, reports, briefs, factsheets, external blogs/publications and policy responses.
• Ensuring that The Donkey Sanctuary has a strong voice in the policy making process at national level through the formulation of high quality, well informed policy positions and outputs on issues of relevance to stakeholders.
Due to the seniority and nature of the role, flexibility will be required for working outside of core hours, and for occasional UK and international travel.
About You
You will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:
• Experience of working in a technical (animal welfare or health) global influencing role, with a focus on driving evidence based global positions.
• Experience in the development and delivery of policy positions, research and stakeholder mapping.
• Experience of developing policy or collaborative / coalition based initiatives from evidence-based research, coupled with the ability to communicate the findings to a range of audiences.
• Good knowledge of the major stakeholders the charity must work and engage with, including UK Government, UN, AU-IBAR, WOAH, the World Bank and The EU.
• Strong written communication skills and research capabilities, and an ability to translate complex information into easy to understand messages.
• Extensive report writing experience, having written or led high level global reports and briefings and evaluating evidence of their impact.
• Excellent organisation skills, able to multi-task and demonstrate working with a number conflicting demands to meet multiple deadlines.
What you get in return…
• Competitive pension.
• Life assurance.
• 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 with each full year of service.
• Wellbeing team.
• Recorded Pilates classes.
• Long service awards.
• Healthshield plan
• Free parking.
• Subsidised restaurant and shop.
About the Organisation
The Donkey Sanctuary is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.
The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.
You may also have experience in areas such as Policy, Engagement, Policy and Engagement, Animal Health, Animal Welfare, Research, Policy and Research, Policy and Public Affairs, Campaign, Campaigning, Policy Manager, Engagement Manager, Policy and Engagement Manager, Research, Policy and Research Manager, Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Campaign Manager.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisationani
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If you’re passionate about securing justice and protection for the world’s most vulnerable children, thrive in political environment, and have the skills to build powerful advocacy movements, this is your opportunity to lead bold and impactful advocacy at War Child UK.
As our Advocacy Lead, you’ll play a key role in driving for children affected by conflict. This is an opportunity to be at the forefront of influencing Parliament and UK Government policy, ensuring that decision-makers take meaningful action to protect and support the nearly 1 in 5 children globally affected by war and conflict.
You’ll lead War Child UK’s political engagement, forging influential relationships with Ministers, MPs, civil servants, and parliamentary groups, ensuring that children’s voices are heard where it matters most. So, it’s essential that you’re skilled at building and managing long-term relationships with senior parliamentarians, influencing policymakers, and engaging government officials and MPs to drive meaningful policy change. With a strategic approach, you’ll mobilise cross-party support, shape public campaigns and push for stronger policies, tangible government action and increased resources for children in conflict zones.
Working alongside a committed and high-performing team, you’ll ensure that War Child UK’s policy and advocacy priorities resonate across government, parliament, the media, social channels and the wider public. As our Advocacy Lead, you’ll have the chance to shape the national and influence international conversations on conflict and children alongside colleagues across the globe, by designing impactful advocacy and public campaigns that raise awareness and drive real change.
This new role offers an incredible platform to make a tangible difference at a time of unprecedented need. Join us in standing up for children affected by war and help create a future where no child’s life is torn apart by conflict.
Below are some of the key experiences and competencies we’re looking for. However, if you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply—your unique skills, experiences, and perspective could be exactly what we need to help War Child reach and support more of the world’s most vulnerable children.
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A track record of delivering tangible outcomes in advocacy, public affairs, or policy influencing, particularly within the UK Government and Parliament.
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Demonstrable examples of building and managing long term relationships with senior parliamentarians and engaging and influencing policymakers, government officials, and other MPs to achieve policy change.
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A record of creating sophisticated advocacy strategies that tangibly advance organisational objectives.
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Experience of leading successful advocacy campaigns, including leveraging public engagement and media coverage.
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Experience of successfully engaging with Parliamentarians from across the political spectrum to secure speeches in parliament, interventions, oral and written questions, EDMs, secure debates and other parliamentary procedures.
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Strong understanding of UK political systems, parliamentary processes, and key government departments (e.g., FCDO, Home Office, MOD).
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Ability to analyse UK and international policy issues affecting children in conflict to strategically and tactically identify and utilise opportunities.
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Strong written and verbal skills to develop impactful advocacy materials, briefing papers, and campaign messaging that translate across multiple channels.
At War Child, we genuinely value different ways of working. From day one, we’re open to discussing flexible options, including hybrid working, flexible hours and compressed hours. Our goal is to support our employees to do their best work while ensuring we continue to deliver for children affected by conflict.
Join us and be part of a team dedicated to ensuring a safe future for every child affected by war.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The team
The communications team works alongside the fundraising team, and is responsible for delivering marketing, communications and PR that promotes both our charitable and commercial (venue hire) work.
This is a new team that will bring fresh perspectives and new energy to how we do things, how we drive the organisation forwards to ensure that we are increasing our profile and awareness of our work, and what we have to offer in the journey to making society in East London and beyond a fairer place.
Scope of role
As Communications, Marketing, and PR Manager, you will play a key role in raising Toynbee Hall’s profile, ensuring that our charitable work and commercial venue hire operations receive the recognition they deserve. This is a newly created role, designed to lead external communications, oversee PR and brand strategy, and develop impactful marketing campaigns that engage our audiences.
You will also line manage the Digital Engagement Officer, who will focus on digital communications, social media, and internal engagement. Together, you will drive our brand forward and ensure our work is heard by key stakeholders, supporters, and the wider public.
In conjunction with the CEO and the Senior Management team the manager is responsible for the communication workplan for Toynbee Hall. They are responsible for managing the marketing budget, and delivering the communications strategy.
- Support strategic objectives through delivery of the communications plan that reflects the needs of the services and organisational needs.
- Supporting the production of impact reports and annual reports.
- Facilitate and deliver our press and media approach in collaboration with CEO and SMT and the overall comms priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communications & PR
- Be the driving force behind Toynbee Hall’s public voice, shaping narratives that highlight our impact.
- Lead PR activity, securing media coverage and ensuring our work is heard at local and national levels.
- Develop and implement a communications strategy that raises awareness of Toynbee Hall’s charitable work and commercial venue hire.
- Build influential relationships with journalists, media outlets, and key stakeholders.
- Draft press releases, op-eds, and compelling stories that bring our mission to life.
- Act as brand guardian, ensuring consistent messaging and identity across all communications.
Marketing & Profile Raising
- Develop and execute creative marketing campaigns that amplify our impact and drive engagement.
- Oversee content creation for promotional materials, impact reports, and fundraising campaigns.
- Collaborate with fundraising teams to align communications with donor engagement efforts.
- Develop strategic partnerships to expand our reach and influence.
- Oversee event promotion and outreach efforts.
Digital & Social Media
- Oversee the Digital Engagement Officer in delivering bold and engaging digital campaigns.
- Ensure digital communications are innovative and drive audience engagement.
- Monitor analytics and performance data to refine communication strategies.
Leadership & Team Development - Line manage the Digital Engagement Officer, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Work collaboratively with the Fundraising and Communications team to align messaging and campaigns.
- Support the Senior Management Team with key internal and external communications
Please download the full Job Description for more details.
Our Benefits Package
We believe in supporting our employees with a well-rounded benefits package designed to enhance work-life balance, financial security, and overall well-being.
Annual Leave
- 25 days of annual leave, plus 3 additional days for our Christmas shutdown (on top of bank holidays).
- After 2 years: +3 extra days of leave.
- After 3 years: +1 additional day.
- After 5 years: A total of 30 days annual leave, plus the 3-day Christmas shutdown.
Pension
- Standard Life Pension Scheme – Employer contribution: 4%, Employee contribution: 5%
Additional Perks & Support
- Enhanced Sick Pay for peace of mind during illness
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to support growing families
- Employee Eyecare Vouchers to support your vision health
- Employee Assistance Programme for free, confidential advice and support
- Mental Health First Aid to ensure workplace well-being
- Tenancy Deposit Scheme to help secure your home
- Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan for cost-effective commuting
- Cycle to Work Scheme to promote a healthier, greener way to travel
- Charity Mentoring Network to support professional development and networking
We’re committed to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment, because when our team thrives, we all succeed!
About Toynbee Hall
Based in the East End of London since 1884, Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice, and inequality to build a fairer East London. We provide vital advice and support, working in partnership to tackle unfairness and ensure everyone has an equal chance to thrive.
We have recently launched a new strategic plan which reinforces that our purpose is to build a fairer future with an end to poverty, injustice and inequality.
We work towards this by:
- Addressing poverty and injustice through advice and support and influencing systemic change.
- Shifting power to people and communities affected by injustice and inequality.
- Collaborating to end poverty and build fairer systems and institutions. What we want to see in the world starts with our community and our organisation.
This means:
- Working together to build a thriving local community where people have the resources they need, feel their voices are heard and are optimistic about the future.
- Being a good employer, where people are treated fairly, feel engaged and empowered, and work together to achieve our shared vision.
- Acknowledging the role Toynbee Hall has historically played in civic society while recognising that our role now is to shift power, to be an effective partner, and to amplify voices that are less likely to be heard.
What we learn from our work in east London we use to inform and influence wider policy – working to influence change in structures, systems and policies.
Registered Charity
51 - 100
Since 1884 Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice and inequality to build a fairer East London
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Radix Big Tent is the think tank of radical centre.We are a non-aligned, non-partisan registered charity, working to promote system renewal.New Capital Consensus is one of three current projects which we are running, focussed on reform of the investment system.Our other projects deal with housing and political reform but the successful candidate should expect the bulk of their time to be spent on Capital Consensus.
New Capital Consensus is a recently established coalition of independent, non-aligned, not-for-profit, academic and research organisations working to create a better investment system, to deliver sustainable UK economic growth.Our mission is to create a system of purposeful investment by connecting capital to social goals to give savers better individual and collective outcomes over the long-term.
Through research, stakeholder engagement and collaborative projects, we aim to identify and drive innovative solutions that will release private capital to drive UK business growth, tackle inequality and support a just transition.
New Capital Consensus (NCC)’s partner organisations are Radix Big Tent think tank, Finstic and Leeds University.We are incubated by the Chatham House Sustainability Accelerator.
Job Purpose:
We are seeking a proactive and creative Media Officer to enhance the visibility, reach, and impact of New Capital Consensus and Radix Big Tent. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing media relations, crafting compelling content, and executing strategic communication campaigns to engage diverse audiences, including policymakers, business leaders, and the wider public.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement media and communications strategies to promote the work of New Capital Consensus and, through it, Radix Big Tent.
- Write and distribute news releases, opinion pieces, blog posts, and social media content.
- Build and maintain relationships with journalists, broadcasters, and media outlets.
- Monitor media coverage and provide analysis on engagement and impact.
- Manage and grow digital platforms, ensuring a strong and consistent brand presence.
- Coordinate media activities around events, including press briefings, interviews, and live coverage.
- Support other staff, partners and consultants to ensure consistent messaging, taylor content for media use, and provide media training where necessary.
- Stay informed of key developments in politics, economics and policy debates relevant to the organisations’ work.
Person Specification:
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- A self-starter, with demostratable experience and expertise in a media, communications, or public relations role.
- Strong writing and editorial skills with the ability to create engaging and persuasive content.
- Established media contacts and the ability to secure high-quality coverage.
- Experience managing social media accounts and digital communications.
- Ability to analyse and communicate complex policy and economic issues effectively.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
Desirable Skills & Attributes:
- Experience working in a think tank, policy organisation, or media outlet.
- Understanding of economic and political issues, particularly around sustainable investment and policy innovation.
- Knowledge of digital marketing and analytics tools.
- Experience producing multimedia content such as videos or podcasts.
- Creativity and adaptability in developing new communication strategies.
Location: Remote with meetings in London and York
Contract Type: Full time
Reporting To: Ben Rich, Radix Big Tent CEO
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Intelligence Officer
The charity is tackling the greatest threats working donkeys face locally and around the world, from the donkey skin trade to challenges working animals face in disasters.
We have an excellent opportunity for a highly proactive, self-motivated and professional team player to join our collaborative global department focused on influencing change, using campaigning and public affairs tactics at an exciting point of growth in our influencing work.
Position: 1907 Intelligence Officer
Location: Devon/hybrid working (applications for fully remote/home working and flexible working patterns welcomed)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday
Salary: £30,509 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: Tuesday 6th April 2025. However, we reserve the right to close this role early if a suitable candidate is found.
About the Role
As Intelligence Officer, your primary focus will be to maintain and update The Donkey Sanctuary’s trade tracker dashboard with up to date intel and data on the global donkey skin trade. You will analyse trends and communicate relevant intel pro-actively with internal and external stakeholders through concise and informative trade alerts and reports, while building and managing crucial relationships. This role provides essential support to the delivery of The Donkey Sanctuary’s skin trade campaign strategy.
Principal duties include:
• Maintaining, updating and analysing The Donkey Sanctuary’s trade tracker dashboard.
• Tracking legal, trade, or policy changes globally that impact the donkey skin trade or animal welfare more broadly.
• Creating visually compelling reports to present complex trade data to diverse audiences effectively.
• Playing an active and motivated role in the Skins campaign, ensuring the campaign strategy is consistently and effectively supported to deliver our aim of ensuring no donkeys will suffer through a global trade in donkey skins.
• Contributing to policy briefings and advocacy efforts aimed at influencing decision-makers and stakeholders to address the global donkey skin trade.
• Collaborating with the Risk Team to assess risks and/or vulnerabilities related to the global donkey skin trade to better inform organisational strategies and responses.
• Collaborating across the organisation and with global partners in order to support the activities of the Skins campaign and with the Communications and Content Departments to support relevant global content.
About You
You will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:
• Excellent research and analytical skills, together with a proven ability to analyse data and look for connections.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven experience of working and communicating internationally with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience of working with databases and data inputting.
• Excellent IT skills including Word, Outlook, internet, Excel.
• Comfortable and confident in operating in new, uncertain and complex situations.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships internationally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and prioritising skills, together with the ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail whilst dealing with a number of conflicting demands.
What you get in return…
• Competitive pension.
• Life assurance.
• 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 with each full year of service.
• Wellbeing team.
• Recorded Pilates classes.
• Long service awards.
• Healthshield plan
• Free parking.
• Subsidised restaurant and shop.
About the Organisation
The Donkey Sanctuary is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.
The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.
You may also have experience in areas such as Intelligence Officer, Intelligence Research, Data Analyst, Data Officer, Intelligence Data Officer, Policy Officer, Animal Welfare, Impact Officer, Research, Researcher, Campaigning, Public Affairs.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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The Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) is a Charity and Company Limited by guarantee and is the representative body for Directors of Public Health (DPH) in the UK.
It seeks to improve and protect the health of the population through collating and presenting the views of DsPH; advising on public health policy and legislation at a local, regional, national and international level; facilitating a support network for DsPH; and providing opportunities for DsPH to develop professional practice.
The Association has a rich heritage, its origins dating back more than 160 years. It is a collaborative organisation working in partnership with others to maximise the voice for public health.
The Association is now seeking to appoint an experienced PA / Team Coordinator.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a coherent programme of meetings for both our CEO and the Association’s President, whilst supporting the Head of Corporate Affairs in the day-to-day administration of the financial and governance requirements of the organisation. In addition you will have the opportunity to take an active role across the whole team, organising meetings, sourcing venues, and will have the opportunity to attend our range of workshops and masterclasses through providing administrative support.
The role requires excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, an ability to react positively to changing circumstances, often at short notice, and an ability to forge strong working relationships both internally and with external partners.
The Association has offices in central London, but is currently operating a hybrid working model so welcomes candidates from across the UK, though attendance at ‘in person’ ADPH team meetings will be expected. Further details can be requested ahead of your application by contacting Mark Hamblett.
To be considered for the role all applicants must provide a written statement outlining why they feel they would be suitable for the role, and as we intend to interview potential candidates throughout the term of the recruitment process we reserve the right to end it ahead of the stated closing date.
Non Charity Employer
11 - 20
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We are seeking to fill a new role with someone who is proactive and has previous experience in a communications and external relations role. A newly created role, you will work closely with the Head of External Relations creating and executing plans to promote and increase the awareness of the institute and strengthen relationships with external stakeholders.
The Pensions Policy Institute (PPI) is an educational research institute established to help improve later life outcomes. We are independent and an expert across all elements of the UK pension system. We contribute facts, analysis and commentary to help stakeholders, decision-makers and law-makers take informed policy positions and decisions on pensions and retirement income provision.
Reports to: Head of External Relations
Contract Type: Permanent
Responsibilities
- Assist with the development of the institute’s communications strategies: Work with management to create strategies to improve the institute's image and voice.
- Write content: Create press releases, newsletters, blogs, articles, social media posts and website copy.
- Simple design: Create graphics or infographics to be used on various platforms.
- Dissemination: Work with projects and assist with the release of outputs in its various forms to stakeholders. Ensure the copyright libraries are notified when research is published.
- Manage stakeholder relations: Build relationships with the media, parliamentarians, government officials and other stakeholders to promote the institute.
- Monitor communications: Monitor and respond to messages.
- Monitor external engagement: Maintain a record of the wider teams external engagement activities (events, presentations, representation on various boards).
- Measure impact: Record and evaluate the effectiveness of communication campaigns. Assist in the preparation of the annual report.
- Manage social media and website: Maintain the website and social media accounts.
- Ensure brand alignment: Make sure all outputs and content aligns with the institute’s brand identity. Assist with liaising with external suppliers – designers, website hosts etc.
- Contact database: Researching, maintaining and updating stakeholder contact lists.
Essential skills
- Experience in drafting correspondence to all audiences including government (MPs and officials) and other senior stakeholders.
- Experience in planning and delivering successful communication plans.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- An ability to take and process complex information, address any gaps, and produce appropriate, clear and effective communication materials.
- A working understanding of media, digital, and external relations.
- Working knowledge and experience updating websites, social media platforms and using design software (Canva, Adobe Suite, Umbraco, Squarespace etc).
- An ability to take and process complex information, address any gaps, and produce appropriate, clear and effective communication materials.
- Experience in distilling long and complex documents into short summaries.
- A track-record of building relationships with stakeholders.
- A working knowledge of the UK’s political system including how government and Parliament operate and the ability to use this understanding in our external relations strategy.
- A working knowledge of or understanding of the pensions landscape.
- An understanding of effective political, social and media monitoring, including the use of a range of digital tools and use of Parliamentary tools (e.g. Hansard) to support this.
- A team player with good co-ordination skills, sharing and escalating opportunities, risks, and challenges where appropriate and liaising with colleagues.
- Ability to work flexibly in managing a range of activities and able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Organised and good at prioritising often competing deadlines.
The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of the right to work in the UK and two referees. One should be the current/most recent employer and/or prior employer but they will not be contacted without prior consent. The successful candidate will also need to maintain an independent point of view to fit with the PPI’s non-political, fact-based stance.
The PPI takes the security of your data seriously. It has internal policies and controls in place to ensure that your data is not lost, accidentally destroyed, misused, or disclosed, and is not accessed except by our employees in the proper performance of their duties.
Location
We are a hybrid organisation and operate a remote working policy which means staff spend some time working in the office (1 to 2 days a week) and some time working remotely. It is important that the successful candidate builds strong relationships across the team as a whole and with our stakeholders. As most of our stakeholders are mainly based in London, there will be a strong case for the successful candidate being London based, or able to come to London as frequently as required. We therefore anticipate that the normal place of work will be at the PPI office in Central London.
Employee Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus time off between Christmas and New Year
- Membership of the PPI’s Group Personal Pension (initial 8% employer contribution with an additional matching contribution for every 1% employee contribution up to 4%)
- Group Income Protection and Life Assurance
- Continued professional development
- Payment of professional membership fees
- Employee Assistance Care Programme
- Carers leave
- Leave for volunteering
Diversity and Inclusion
We aim to build, develop and retain a talented workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills and experiences. We welcome and actively encourage applications from anyone who feels they’d be a good fit for our organisation, regardless of race, religion, colour, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected characteristics.
No contact from agencies.
We want the recruitment process to give you the opportunity to share your skills and experience, and to find out more about the PPI. Before applying you are welcome arrange an informal chat.
1. A cover letter (no more than two A4 sides) telling us about yourself with:
• How you meet the role responsibilities and skills required for the role.
• Your motivation for applying for the role and how you would benefit the PPI.
• Your notice period.
2. A CV
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete an assessment.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
We promote informed, evidence-based policies & decisions for financial provision in later life through independent research & analysis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Role
This is a great chance to join a busy policy team to cover family leave. The team helps the Law Society shape public policy to deliver our corporate strategy for our members and the public interest.
You will lead our policy development and projects on immigration and asylum issues, and support colleagues in the public law team on other issues such as human rights, mental health law, criminal law and family law.
Keeping up to date with policy and legal developments, you will spot and respond to opportunities for positive reforms. You will research and analyse the impact of changes on our members, access to justice and the rule of law, and provide reliable and well-informed advice and leadership. Often you will prepare written briefings and guidance for internal and external audiences, and occasionally you will give oral presentations.
You will liaise with key internal and external stakeholders including colleagues, members of the Law Society, government, parliament and civil society. Working with colleagues from the policy, media, public affairs and other teams, you will help to ensure that our policy positions have maximum influence and visibility, and report on their impact showing how they deliver our strategic goals.
This is an exciting and varied role where your expertise, knowledge and skills will be used to great effect to make a real difference for our members, the rule of law and access to justice.
What we're looking for
You will be an experienced policy professional with a proven track record of identifying opportunities for influence and making an impact. You will have either some expertise in immigration and/or asylum law or the ability to develop that quickly, alongside a good working knowledge of broad public law issues.
You will be skilled in researching and analysing complex issues and assessing their implications for the profession, the rule of law and access to justice. You will have excellent skills in drafting concise, clear and accurate policy papers, briefings and guidance for a range of audiences, and be comfortable giving persuasive oral presentations.
You will also be experienced in building and maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels and be able to work both pro-actively and reactively, often with minimal supervision and to tight deadlines.
What's in it for you
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a progressive membership organisation dedicated to supporting solicitors, protecting access to justice and promoting the rule of law. We have a strong reputation for excellence and legal expertise, and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of trust, clarity, excellence and respect.
We offer hybrid working (minimum eight days a month working on site), a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation.
While this role is advertised as full time, we are willing to consider 80%-90% for the right candidate.
Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply.
The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.
If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Arabella Lang on
The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.
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What will I be doing?
You will primarily be working with the Policy Officer to expand our public affairs and parliamentary work. This will involve updating the map of key stakeholders and contact lists of parliamentarians and policymakers relevant to the Centre’s work. You will also support the relationship building with these contacts, for example by helping to draft letters and organise online and in-person events. You will also be the Centre’s eyes and ears in Westminster, and monitor parliamentary business, including relevant select committee hearings, parliamentary debates and Prime Ministers Questions, All Party Parliamentary Groups meetings. You will identify trends and organisational opportunities, and feed this back internally within the team.
You will also help our Communications Officer to increase the reach and impact of the Centre’s work, for example by expanding our contacts list of relevant organisations working in academia, the third sector and journalists, for promotional purposes, and building up the Centre’s image library. There will be opportunities to contribute to the Centre’s blog series which we use to promote the Centre’s reports and events, as well as analyse relevant external developments in the justice system.
The position will also involve supporting the Centre’s work more generally, for example by helping to design and organise events for a range of audiences, such as the Expert Voice webinar series, and conducting literature reviews to fill the gaps in our knowledge on specific topics.
What kind of person do we want?
The successful candidate will have excellent written and analysis skills, the ability to understand and synthesise complex topics, and have an interest in criminal or family justice. Through your application you should be able to demonstrate the following:
· Strong analysis and written skills;
· Accuracy and attention to detail;
· Ability to take initiative and think creatively when approaching tasks;
· Ability to work independently and manage your own workload;
· Enthusiasm and energy to work in a small team;
· A demonstrable interest in social justice, policy and UK politics;
· An understanding of Westminster policymaking (desirable);
· Experience writing a literature review (desirable);
Requirements
The post holder needs to have the eligibility to work in the UK legally.
The role is open to applicants living outside of London who are interested in working remotely, but the applicant is expected to work at least one day per week at our office. This travel cost will be reimbursed.
The application deadline is 23:55 on Thursday 17th April 2025.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 6th and Wednesday 8th of May 2025 at our offices in Kennington, SE11 5DP. Online interviews can be arranged on request.
Equal opportunities
It is the policy of the Centre for Justice Innovation to treat all employees and job applicants fairly and equally regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, disability, offending history or trade union membership status. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive.
The Centre is committed to fair recruitment and the inclusion of applicants with criminal records. It is essential that people do not face unfair discrimination in any role within the charity, whether paid or voluntary. For that reason, we do not use criminal records to exclude people. We only ask about criminal records if they are relevant to the role.
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The vacancy
We are seeking to appoint seven Advisory panel members for the following committees:
Companies Committee (one dispensing optician, one optometrist and one business registrant)
Education Committee (one dispensing optician and one registered medical practitioner)
Registration Committee (one dispensing optician and one lay member)
Please note that applicants cannot be appointed to more than one committee.
About the GOC
We are the regulator for the optical professions in the UK. Our purpose is to protect the public by promoting high standards of education, performance and conduct.
About the Advisory Panel
The Advisory Panel is a meeting of the four Council’s committees (Companies, Education, Registration and Standards) in plenary session. They are established by statute for the purpose of giving advice and assistance to Council (whether or not in response to a request from them) on:
· matters relating to business registrants other than matters required by the Opticians Act to be referred to the Investigation Committee, the Registration Appeals Committee or the Fitness to Practise Committee;
· matters relating to optical training, education and assessment;
· matters relating to registration, other than matters required by the Opticians Act to be considered by the Registration Appeals Committee; and
· matters relating to the standards of conduct and performance expected of registrants or those seeking admission to the register.
The committees and the Advisory Panel meet about twice a year. You can read the current terms of reference for the Advisory Panel, Education Committee, Registration Committee and Standards Committee.
Remuneration and time commitment
A daily fee of £319 will be paid. This is in line with our member fees policy and member fee schedule. This is taxable and subject to Class 1 National Insurance (NI) contributions. It is not pensionable.
Members can claim expenses for travel and subsistence costs incurred on Council business as set out in our expenses policy.
This role is part time with a commitment of approximately 2-3 days per year, including time spent preparing for meetings. Meetings will usually take place via MS Teams but may on occasion be held at the GOC Offices in London or other suitable venues.
We would welcome applications from individuals who are disabled and from diverse ethnic backgrounds as these are currently under-represented on our council and committees.
For more information about these roles please see the attached candidate information pack.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: midnight Sunday 06 April 2025.
Online interviews will be held on either week commencing 02 June 2025 and 09 June 2025.
We strive to be as diverse as the public we protect and welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity and geographical locations outside of London.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Policy Officer-Wales
Based at home, situated across Wales including regular travel around the country.
22.5 hrs per week
Fixed term post 2 years - until the end of May 2027
£31,500-£34,500 p.a FTE depending on experience
Make a difference for kidney patients in Wales!
Are you passionate about influencing policy and driving change? Do you want to be part of a growing team making a real impact on the lives of people with kidney disease?
We’re looking for a Policy Officer – Wales to help shape policy, build relationships, and advocate for better support and care for kidney patients. In this brand-new role, you’ll work for Kidney Care UK and Kidney Wales, engaging with policymakers, healthcare professionals, and those affected by kidney disease.
You’ll spend time at the Senedd, building connections with local politicians and councillors, and ensuring the voices of kidney patients are heard loud and clear. With your knowledge of Welsh Government structures (or similar UK experience), you’ll help drive our campaigns and influence change.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible difference, working flexibly in a supportive team. If you’re ready to champion kidney patients and shape policy in Wales, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Develop or participate in work programs and undertake projects to explore policy issues under the guidance of the Policy Director of Kidney Care UK and the Managing Director of Kidney Wales.
- Support the research, development and dissemination of policy positions in Wales.
- Work with other team members to deliver events/reports or campaigns as needed
- Keep up to date with the policy department and charity work to avoid duplication and ensure good communications with our colleagues.
- Contribute to the newly created All Wales Cross Party Group.
- Undertake desk-based research involving data collection and the synthesis of information from relevant sources.
- Seek out opportunities for communications and influencing in the Welsh parliament, including the need for a kidney group.
The advert may close earlier than the stated closing date if we recevive a sufficient number of suitable applications.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
We are the UK's leading kidney patient support charity
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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WHO WE ARE
Animal Equality is an international animal protection organisation working with society, governments and companies to end cruelty to farmed animals. Animal Equality has offices in the United Kingdom, United States, Germany, Italy, Spain, Mexico, Brazil and India.
Animal Equality releases investigative materials captured from inside factory farms and slaughterhouses, exposing the conditions that farmed animals face around the world. We publish our findings on television, in newspapers and online. We routinely secure mainstream media coverage, including on the BBC, ITV, Sky news, The Times, the Guardian, New York Times and many more.
Animal Equality also advocates for political change. Our current campaigns include a UK ban on foie gras imports, increased enforcement of existing animal protection laws, legal protections for farmed fish, and Government subsidies for transitioning towards a plant-based food system.
We focus on farmed animals because of the scale and severity of the issue. More than a billion animals are confined and killed for human consumption every year in the UK. Farmed animals also often suffer in some of the worst ways: pigs typically endure painful mutilations, many chickens die of heart attacks, fish are confined in underwater cages, and some farmed animals are victims of deliberate abuse and neglect. But the problem is solvable! By utilising effective campaigning strategies, Animal Equality is having an impact for animals around the world and building a future where all animals are respected and protected, and are no longer exploited for human consumption.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Remote working, in the UK (with travel to London team meet-ups once a month).
An experienced advocate with a sound understanding of the UK political system and legislative process, the Policy and Advocacy Specialist will be responsible for leading on Animal Equality’s life-saving legal advocacy campaigns on behalf of farmed animals.
Working as part of a highly effective team, within a fast-paced environment, the Policy and Advocacy Specialist will develop and implement advocacy strategies that influence public policy with a goal to advance Animal Equality UK’s mission: to end the exploitation of farmed animals.
An excellent communicator, with an ability to convey complex information in a digestible way, the Policy and Advocacy Specialist will be a professional with a proven track record of policy programme delivery. The role involves engaging with policymakers, building relationships with coalition partners, overseeing public affairs initiatives, and influencing Government policy to create meaningful changes for farmed animals.
BENEFITS
- Holiday entitlement equal to 33 days per year (including standard public holidays).
- Personalised Employee Assistance Program (EAP): an Animal Equality-funded benefit that offers employees confidential counselling and advice on a wide range of work and personal issues. The program offers several services, such as a 24/7 confidential helpline and expert Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
- Flexible hours, with the option to start between 8am-10am and finish between 4pm-6pm.
- Able Futures Support: The service is a nine month, practical and confidential support service for employees whose circumstances or mental health may impact their wellbeing or work. Employees can work with a mental health professional to deepen their understanding of how their mental health may impact them and will build coping skills and resilience to thrive at work.
- Yearly stipend to access learning and development resources, to help employees further grow their personal and professional skills.
- A free vegan lunch every month at the Animal Equality monthly meetups.
HOW TO APPLY
For more information and details of how to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.
Closing date: 5.00pm on 9 April 2025.
The interview process comprises a multiple-stage interview and skills test. The appointment process will run throughout April, with Animal Equality UK making an offer to the successful candidate that same month.
