Policy Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-known advocacy organization in Northern Ireland is seeking a Policy & Campaigns Assistant to support their work on LGBTQIA rights. The ideal candidate will assist with organizing events and campaigns while addressing policy issues in political assemblies. Strong communication skills and an understanding of community issues are essential. The position allows for flexible working hours with a maximum of 25 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Experience of policy and campaigns work, either paid or voluntary.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support organizing meetings, events and campaign actions.
• Respond to emails, calls, and social media engagement.
• Liaise with external partners on policy and campaigns.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Ability to manage and prioritise multiple demands

Understanding of LGBTQIA plus rights

Knowledge of political structures

Experience in policy and campaigns work

Experience in social media engagement

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: THE RAINBOW PROJECTThe Rainbow Project is seeking an administrative assistant to support our policy and campaigns work. The Policy & Campaigns Assistant would work closely with the wider Policy, Campaigns & Communications team, supporting The Rainbow Project's work to progress the rights of LGBTQIA plus people in Northern Ireland.The Policy & Campaigns Assistant will help organise events, meetings, and conferences focused on progressing The Rainbow Project's policy and campaigns, while supporting the PCC Manager to keep track of relevant issues raised in the NI Assembly and Westminster. The Assistant will conduct other administrative tasks as required, including data collection and logging as well as supporting our Communications Coordinator with social media management.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the organising of meetings, events and campaign actions.
• Responding to emails, calls and social media engagement regarding The Rainbow Project's policy and campaigns work.
• Liaising with external partners on policy and campaigns as required.
• Monitoring Assembly Questions, Committees and Order Papers for issues relevant to The Rainbow Project's policy and campaigns.
• Conducting administrative tasks including collecting and logging campaign supporters' data.

Skills and Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple competing demands.
• An understanding of LGBTQIA plus rights and issues affecting LGBTQIA plus communities.
• A working knowledge of national and local political structures.
• Experience of policy and campaigns work, either paid or voluntary.
• Experience of social media engagement and/or graphic design.

Further Information

The Employer is: THE RAINBOW PROJECTJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.