Policy & Stakeholder Officer – Agri-Food Policy

Ufuni; Belfast; On-site; GBP 34,362 - 41,998; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Employer contribution to private pension

Car mileage for travel

Flexible benefit scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Ufuni is seeking a qualified candidate to engage in policy development and represent the Union's interests across various media. This position requires excellent communication skills and a degree in a relevant field.

The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in Northern Ireland's agriculture and food systems, along with experience in stakeholder engagement. The role offers 25 days of annual leave, a pension contribution, and a starting salary of £38,180 p.a.

Qualifications

• Have a degree in a relevant discipline such as policy, economics, agriculture, or communications.
• Knowledge of Northern Ireland agriculture, rural affairs or food systems.
• Experience with policy development, research, engagement, communications, or advocacy work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze Union policies and represent views across media.
• Engage stakeholders and attend meetings during evenings or weekends.
• Collaborate with teams to support wider priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Policy development/research

Stakeholder engagement

Interest in agriculture

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Ufuni is seeking a qualified candidate to engage in policy development and represent the Union's interests across various media. This position requires excellent communication skills and a degree in a relevant field.

The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in Northern Ireland's agriculture and food systems, along with experience in stakeholder engagement. The role offers 25 days of annual leave, a pension contribution, and a starting salary of £38,180 p.a.