Local Government Campaigns & Policy Officer (Fixed Term)

Consortium; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UNISON is seeking an Assistant National Officer in London to lead negotiations on pay and conditions for local government and related sectors, and to devise national campaigns on policy issues. The role also involves producing materials, organising events and supporting branches, regions, and members across England, Scotland and Wales.

The post requires strong policy understanding, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple campaigns with minimal supervision while promoting

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of local government, police, probation or public service policy.
• Ability to take ownership of projects with minimal supervision.
• Experience in organising, recruiting and delivering campaigns.
• Ability to provide high-quality policy advice and bargaining support.
• Excellent communicator, able to translate complex information.
• Builds effective relationships and collaborates with colleagues.
• Strong research, analytical and report-writing skills.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and member engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead role in negotiating pay and conditions for local government, police, probation and CAFCASS.
• Develop campaigns, produce materials and organise events.
• Provide advice and guidance, carry out research and draft papers for committees.

Skills

Negotiation

Campaign planning

Public policy

Event organisation

Research

Policy advice

Job description

UNISON is seeking an Assistant National Officer in London to lead negotiations on pay and conditions for local government and related sectors, and to devise national campaigns on policy issues. The role also involves producing materials, organising events and supporting branches, regions, and members across England, Scotland and Wales.

The post requires strong policy understanding, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple campaigns with minimal supervision while promoting