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Christians Against Poverty, Remote
29330.00 (this is the full time equivalent salary and will be pro rata for part time)
Posted 1 day ago
Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists, Remote
£40k - 50k per year
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UnLtd - the Foundation for Social Entrepreneurs, Remote
£38,440 - £40,463 per year
We are seeking a Communications Manager to amplify UnLtd’s voice and influence, shining a spotlight on the work of social entrepreneurs.
Posted today
Closing in 3 days
Oasis Community Housing, Gateshead (On-site)
£12.60 per hour & 12.94 per hour for residential shifts
Posted 3 weeks ago
Closing in 2 days
Lloyds Bank Foundation, Remote
£45,245 per annum (FTE)
The Lloyds Bank Foundation is seeking a Manager for the North East & Cumbria region to play a pivotal role in our evolving strategy.
Posted 1 week ago
Closing in 3 days
Ability Consultants Ltd, Sunderland (On-site)
£28,000 - £29,000 per year
Passionate About Supporting Charities to Thrive? Use Your Skills to Make an Impact Locally, Nationally, and Globally.
Posted 5 days ago
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Remote
£65,000 - £70,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

This is an exceptional opportunity to join Belong’s Senior Leadership Team as Director of Policy & Research, a role that sits at the heart of our mission to shape national conversations on cohesion and integration. You will lead Belong’s policy development, research strategy, and national partnerships, ensuring our work is grounded in robust evidence and lived experience. This position offers the chance to influence systemic change, amplify Belong’s voice with policymakers and opinion formers, and ensure our insights drive real-world impact.

As Director of Policy & Research, you will:

  • Lead the development of Belong’s policy and research agenda, aligning it with organisational strategy and national priorities.
  • Produce high-quality policy outputs, including reports, briefings, consultation responses, and thought leadership pieces.
  • Oversee the design and delivery of research projects, including commissioning and partnership work, ensuring rigor and inclusivity.
  • Translate research findings into actionable policy recommendations and advocacy strategies.
  • Foster strong collaboration between the Policy & Research team and Programme Delivery team, ensuring insights inform both policy and practice.
  • Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, parliamentarians, journalists, and opinion formers.
  • Represent Belong externally at high-level meetings, events, and in the media, amplifying our impact and reach.
  • Develop strategic messaging and narratives that position Belong as a thought leader in social cohesion.
  • Support campaigns and public engagement initiatives that promote Belong’s policy goals.
  • Contribute to organisational development, strategic planning, and income generation through proposal development and funder engagement.
  • Line manage policy and research staff, providing leadership, support, and professional development.

This is a senior leadership role for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to drive systemic change at scale.

About You
We are seeking a strategic and insightful leader with:

  • Proven experience in policy development and research leadership.
  • Experience working in or with government, think tanks, or advocacy organisations.
  • Strong understanding of social policy and influencing processes.
  • Knowledge of cohesion, integration, and community relations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including media engagement and public speaking.
  • Ability to translate complex research into accessible policy messages.
  • Familiarity with participatory and applied research methods.
  • Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities.
  • Relevant qualification in public policy, social research, or a related field.
  • Experience managing teams and budgets, and supporting income generation through fundraising and proposal development.

Personal Qualities

  • Passionate about improving cohesion and integration in the UK.
  • Strategic and visionary thinker.
  • Collaborative and inclusive leader.
  • Politically astute and intellectually curious.
  • Practical, focused, and reliable.
  • Committed to personal and professional development.

Why Join Us?
At Belong, you’ll be part of a dynamic, values-driven team united by a shared commitment to creating a more inclusive and connected society. We offer:

  • 30 days’ annual leave
  • Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office)
  • Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly policies
  • 3% pension contribution
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth

Join us and help shape national policy and research that builds stronger, kinder, and more connected communities across the UK.

Salary: £65,000–£70,000
Location: UK-wide (regular travel across England and Wales)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time

About Belong
Belong – The Cohesion and Integration Network is the UK’s leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to building a more united and less divided society. Established in 2019, we work across sectors to strengthen trust, belonging, and resilience in communities. Through research, policy influence, and place-based programmes, we connect people, places, and organisations to share learning and drive systemic change. Our growing membership spans local authorities, charities, civil society, and businesses. Belong is collaborative, evidence-led, and committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Our office is based in Manchester and we offer hybrid working for those able to travel there. However, this role is open UK-wide and can be worked remotely, with regular travel across England and Wales required.

Application resources
Posted by
The Belong Network View profile Organisation type Registered Charity
Posted on: 16 December 2025
Closing date: 12 January 2026 at 23:00
Tags: Policy

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