External Affairs Manager Cover for Maternity Leave

The National Autistic Society; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Autistic Society is seeking an External Affairs Manager for a maternity cover role. This full-time hybrid position involves stakeholder engagement, governmental affairs, and public communications, aimed at advocating for autistic individuals. The successful candidate will excel in strategic planning and possess strong communication skills, working primarily from home with necessary travel to Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Qualifications

• Experience in advocacy or working within a non-profit organisation is beneficial.
• Degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with stakeholders and managing governmental affairs.
• Overseeing public affairs and communications activities.
• Representing the organisation in various contexts.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication skills

Expertise in Governmental Affairs

Experience in Public Affairs

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong strategic planning abilities

Organisational abilities

Multitasking abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations

Job description

Company Description

The National Autistic Society aims to transform lives, change attitudes, and create a society that works for autistic people. We strive to promote understanding and support for individuals on the autism spectrum. Our efforts focus on ensuring that everyone with autism can live their life to the fullest potential. We work tirelessly to advocate for policy changes and improved services for autistic individuals and their families.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for an External Affairs Manager covering maternity leave. The role can be primarily home-based, but regular travel to Glasgow and Edinburgh required. The External Affairs Manager will be responsible for engaging with stakeholders, managing governmental affairs and relations, and overseeing public affairs and communications activities. Key tasks include managing the organisation's communications channels, liaising with government officials, and representing the organisation in various contexts.

Qualifications

• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication skills
• Expertise in Governmental Affairs and Government Relations
• Experience in Public Affairs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong strategic planning, organisational, and multitasking abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field is beneficial
• Proven experience in advocacy or working within a non-profit organisation is beneficial

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