Policy and Public Affairs Manager

JR United Kingdom; Shireoaks; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Policy and Public Affairs Manager to enhance public awareness of kidney disease. This pivotal role involves leading strategic initiatives, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and shaping impactful campaigns that make a real difference for kidney patients. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a chance to contribute to meaningful change in healthcare policy. If you have a strong background in public affairs and a desire to advocate for patient support, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Up to six weeks of annual leave

Early finish on Fridays

Christmas shutdown

Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution

Death in service insurance

Free parking at HQ

Qualifications

• Proven experience in policy and public affairs with a strong network.
• Understanding of health policies and marketing communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead NKF’s policy and public affairs activities.
• Develop strategies to address kidney disease challenges.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive impactful campaigns.

Skills

Policy and Public Affairs

Health Policy Understanding

Marketing and Communications

Strategic Planning

Collaborative Skills

Job description

Job Title: Policy and Public Affairs Manager

Client:

Charity People | B Corp

Location:

NKF HQ (North Nottinghamshire) Hybrid working

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Can you help us promote public and national awareness of kidney disease in the UK to benefit all kidney patients?

The National Kidney Federation (NKF) is a unique, independent UK charitable organisation run by kidney patients for kidney patients. They are seeking an exceptional Policy and Public Affairs Manager to help shape and deliver an exciting programme of work that tackles the challenges of renal disease head-on. As a senior appointment, this role will raise the scale, effectiveness, and profile of their policy and public affairs work.

Key Details:

• Salary: Up to £43,000 (dependent on experience)
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Benefits: Up to six weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays, early finish on Fridays, Christmas shutdown, pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution, death in service insurance worth three times your salary, free parking at HQ

About the Role:

You will build on current policy initiatives, leveraging team, trustee, and professional networks, while collaborating with 50 Kidney Patient Association members. You’ll shape and implement their programme of work, working strategically and independently to enhance NKF’s impact on patient support, campaigning, and public engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead NKF’s policy and public affairs activities, reporting to the Chief Executive.
2. Develop and implement strategies to address kidney disease challenges.
3. Collaborate with internal teams, trustees, and external stakeholders to drive impactful campaigns.
4. Represent NKF in public policy discussions, including parliamentary groups.
5. Contribute to strategic planning and deliver within a small, collaborative team.

About You:

We seek someone with strategic vision and practical engagement skills, including:

• Proven experience in policy and public affairs with a strong network in public policy and parliamentary groups.
• Understanding of health policies.
• Knowledge of marketing and communications to amplify NKF’s messaging.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to shape and deliver impactful strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Passion for making a meaningful difference for kidney patients.

How to Apply:

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The provisional closing date is April 22nd at 12pm. Please send your CV to [emailprotected]. Interviews will be scheduled TBC.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion, matching charity needs with candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation, believing that greater diversity leads to better results.