UK Policy & Advocacy Lead — Child Rights

The UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's charity is seeking a Head of UK Policy and Advocacy to shape child rights initiatives in the UK. In this role, you will oversee policy work aimed at improving early childhood outcomes and engaging with various stakeholders, including government departments. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of policy-making and be passionate about child rights advocacy. This position offers a flexible working environment, based partly at home and partly in the office, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous annual leave

Pension benefits

Big brand discounts

Wellbeing tools

Outstanding training and learning opportunities

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of UK policy-making processes.
• Experience in child rights advocacy.
• Ability to translate policy knowledge for team support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee UK child rights policy work and government engagement.
• Lead the Advocacy Leadership Team for impactful strategies.
• Enhance collaboration across sectors for evidence-based work.

Skills

Policy-making processes

Influencing strategies

Understanding of child rights

Engagement with rightsholders

Job description

A leading children's charity is seeking a Head of UK Policy and Advocacy to shape child rights initiatives in the UK. In this role, you will oversee policy work aimed at improving early childhood outcomes and engaging with various stakeholders, including government departments. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of policy-making and be passionate about child rights advocacy. This position offers a flexible working environment, based partly at home and partly in the office, along with competitive benefits.