Public Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement Officer

The Right Ethos - Specialist External Affairs Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 42,000; Part time

Job summary

A professional body for nursing staff in London is seeking a part-time Public Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement Officer. This role involves influencing policy, building stakeholder relationships, and supporting campaigns central to nursing and healthcare. The ideal candidate should be organized and possess strong communication skills, with an understanding of the UK's political environment and a passion for addressing member issues. Salary is pro-rata at £41,799, based on a three-day work week.

Qualifications

• Proactive and highly organised individual.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Solid grasp of the UK political and policy environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the College in influencing policy makers and external stakeholders.
• Write briefings for Parliamentarians.
• Organise events to engage members.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Political judgement

Job description

Public Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement Officer

Location: London

Salary expectation: £41,799

This is a part-time role

This role is part time three days a week, salary is pro rata and includes London weighting

The Royal College of Nursing is the professional body and trade union for nursing staff, supporting over half a million members across the UK.As our Public Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement Officer you’ll bring energy, creativity, and a keen eye for detail to support the College’s work in influencing policy makers, external stakeholders and the public—always with our members at the heart of what we do.

It’s a job full of possibilities, offering plenty of opportunities to develop your potential. You could get involved in anything from building relationships with stakeholders to writing briefings for Parliamentarians to organising events to engage members. You’ll also play a vital role in supporting the monitoring and administrative systems that keep our Public Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement teams running smoothly. Ultimately, you’ll be at the heart of building campaigns on the issues that matter most to nursing staff and patients, shaping health and social care policies, and promoting excellence in nursing practice.

To join us you’ll need to be proactive, highly organised, and skilled at building strong relationships. We’re looking for someone with sound political judgement and the confidence to communicate effectively—both in writing and face-to-face.

While previous experience in public affairs or stakeholder engagement isn’t essential, a solid grasp of the UK’s political and policy environment and a genuine interest in addressing the issues affecting our members is crucial. We particularly welcome applications from nursing staff or individuals with experience working closely with them.

Interview dates: 15th and 16th of October