• Are you looking for volunteer roles ?

    Go to volunteering section

958

Diversity jobs

Job Alerts On

Get job alerts sent straight to your inbox.

By clicking 'Create alert' you agree to the Terms and Conditions applicable to our service and acknowledge that your personal data will be used in accordance with our Privacy and Cookie Policy and you will receive emails and communications about jobs and career related topics.

You will now get the latest from this search sent to your inbox.

You can manage your job alerts by clicking here:

Arthritis UK, Multiple Locations (Hybrid)
£23506 - £25838 per annum + benefits
Posted 2 weeks ago
Closing in 7 days
NFP People, South Yorkshire (Hybrid)
£45,122.22 - £47,430 per annum
Posted 3 weeks ago
Cystic Fibrosis Trust, Central London (Hybrid)
£26,776 per year plus £3,000 London Weighting per year. Salary and London Weighting will be pro-rata if part time.
Posted 2 days ago
New Vic Theatre, Newcastle-under-Lyme (On-site)
£48,743 - £50,000 per year
We are looking for a Director to lead Appetite, our acclaimed Arts Council England Creative People and Places programme.
Posted 6 days ago
Closing in 5 days
Church of England, London (Hybrid)
Up to £40572 per annum + Market Rate Salary
Posted 2 days ago
Closing in 6 days
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 1 week ago
Charity People Ltd, London (Hybrid)
Up to £50000 per annum
Posted 1 week ago Apply Now
Page 26 of 64
City of London (Hybrid)
£43392 per annum pro rata
Full-time
Contract (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Job description

Public Affairs and Policy Officer

Salary: £43,392 per annum pro-rata FTE

Duration: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office, Thursdays plus one other day)

Are you an experienced policy and public affairs professional with a strong understanding of the UK political system and a passion for influencing change?

About the Organisation

Charity People are delighted to be partnering with a respected professional membership organisation, dedicated to advancing healthcare through education, training, and advocacy. They set standards for specialist training, influence government policy, and promote public understanding of their field. Their work underpins patient care and ensures high-quality practice across the UK and internationally.

About the Role

As Public Affairs and Policy Officer, you will play a key role in shaping policy and advocacy work. Reporting to the Press and Communications Manager, you will help raise awareness of key organisational policies, influence parliamentarians and policymakers, and contribute to projects that impact healthcare and patient outcomes.

About You

You will join a busy Communications Directorate, which enhances the organisation's reputation through media, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement. In this role, you will:

  • Develop and deliver a policy and public affairs work programme.
  • Raise awareness of key policies to influence parliamentarians, policymakers, and stakeholders.
  • Support projects and advocacy work, drafting policy briefings and reports.
  • Work across directorates and with members to develop policy proposals and public affairs activities.
  • Provide advice to senior staff and ensure that influencing work aligns with organisational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop policy positions, briefings, and influencing plans.
  • Build and maintain relationships with politicians, influencers, and stakeholders.
  • Draft responses to parliamentary and government consultations.
  • Support advocacy projects and prepare reports for senior leadership.
  • Represent the organisation at meetings and events to promote policy positions.

Key skills needed to succeed in this role:

  • Strong understanding of UK political systems and parliamentary procedures.
  • Experience drafting policy documents and translating complex concepts for policymakers.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritise, work under pressure, and adapt to changing policy environments.
  • Collaborative, diplomatic, and resilient approach.
  • Advanced IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CMS

How to Apply

Please apply without delay, as we are reviewing applications on an ongoing basis for this urgent role.

Closing date: Wednesday 7th January at 9:00

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to ensure the application process works for you.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Posted by
Charity People View profile Organisation type Recruitment Agency Company size 0
Posted on: 22 December 2025
Closing date: 07 January 2026 at 09:00
Job ref: 105447
Tags: Policy, Research