Policy and Public Affairs Manager

Michael Page (UK); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK health charity is seeking a Policy and Public Affairs Manager to lead their public affairs initiatives. The role requires developing influential policy positions and producing high-quality briefings. Ideal candidates will possess strong stakeholder relationship skills and an excellent understanding of governmental processes. The position offers hybrid working and the opportunity to affect positive change within the charity sector.

Qualifications

• Strong relationship management skills with stakeholders.
• Proficient understanding of governmental processes.
• Experience producing evidence-based policy documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead the charity's public affairs initiatives across the devolved nations.
• Develop important policy positions based on data analysis.
• Produce high-quality policy briefings and consultation responses.
• Monitor policy developments and engage with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams within the charity.

Skills

Relationship building with stakeholders

Understanding of Westminster and Whitehall

Ability to produce high-quality briefings

Experience in public affairs campaigns

Job description

• Fantastic Opportunity to join a UK health charity
• Lead on the charity's public affairs

About Our Client

Our client is a medium sized and well-regarded UK health charity

Job Description

Policy and Public Affairs Manager
Hybrid
Responsibilities:

• Lead the charity's public affairs initiatives across the devolved nations
• Develop important policy positions through analysing data and evidence
• Produce high-quality policy briefings, reports and consultation responses
• Track and monitor policy developments
• Build relationships with key external stakeholders, including government departments, not-for-profit organisations and those with lived experiences
• Work and build relationships with MPs and civil servants, attending APPGs and select committees in parliament
• Work closely and collaborate with other teams within the charity

The Successful Applicant

Essential:

• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders
• Excellent working knowledge of Westminster and Whitehall
• Ability to produce high quality, evidence based internal and external briefing materials under time constraints
• Experience developing influencing strategies and public affairs campaigns

What's on Offer

South England
Hybrid working
If you are passionate about shaping policy in the Not for Profit and Charities sector and making a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply for this Policy and Public Affairs Manager position