• £28,909 per year

• Full time 

• Permanent contract 

• Based in Royal Borough of Greenwich

Bromley, Lewisham & Greenwich Mind is a highly regarded local charity, helping people to be mentally healthy and working together with those experiencing mental health problems and dementia to improve their quality of life. With an annual turnover of £5M, over 150 staff and 200 volunteers, we are one of the largest charities in the Mind network

Bridge Support began in 1986 and has grown into the main service provider for mental health in the Royal Borough of Greenwich with a current workforce of 130 staff. We work with several strategically selected partners to support people with long-term mental health problems by providing the framework they need to work towards independent living. Our aim is for every person to be able to enjoy the freedoms, opportunities, and pleasures that most people take for granted.

We are working in partnership with Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust to deliver the Greenwich Community Wellbeing Hub.  This will form part of the new transformation of mental health services in the Royal Borough of Greenwich under the NHS Long Term Plan. The service will bring together the expertise of local primary, secondary and voluntary sector mental health care providers with the aim of providing flexible, holistic and integrated services for adults with mental health problems.

The integrated team will provide support to people with long-term mental health problems within a primary care and community mental health setting, helping people develop their independence, self-management skills and achieve their recovery goals.

We are looking for people with experience of working within mental health services including to support prevention, recovery and self-management. Applicants should have strong line management skills alongside experience of completing assessments, managing a diverse caseload, working in a busy work environment, and possess effective skills in communication. An ability to work independently but collaboratively, to be proactive and show initiative is essential for this role.

The role will involve:

• Line management of key project staff 

• Management of a diverse caseload

• Providing recovery-orientated individual and group-based support to adults with mental health problems

• Collaborative working with all partners involved in the Community Wellbeing Hub 

• Undertaking holistic needs and risk assessments 

• Commitment to regular training and supervision 

• Effective contribution to the development and continuous improvement of the service 

BLG Mind and Bridge Support recognise the importance of having a diverse and inclusive work force, and would therefore particularly welcome applications from the following, currently under-represented, groups:

• People from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds

• People aged 18-25

• Disabled people

• People with diverse sexual orientations and gender identities

Both organisations are committed to meeting the reasonable adjustments of disabled people, and welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health problems. 

Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check

BLG Mind and Bridge Support offer flexibility for hybrid working (some days at home and some in the office) where this supports staff wellbeing and fits with the needs of clients and the charities. As people-focused organisations, we expect all staff to spend regular time at their work base as part of these arrangements.

Closing date: Sunday 7th November (11:59pm)

Likely interview date: Week beginning 15th November

Please apply via our website

Are you an experienced policy professional looking for a new challenge? We are looking for someone to help lead an exciting and varied programme of work in medical regulation.

The GMC helps to protect patients and improve medical education and practice in the UK by setting standards for students and doctors.  We support them in achieving and exceeding those standards, and take action when they are not met. 

The role of the Regulation Policy Team (RPT) is to lead the GMC’s development of policy with cross-organisational implications; support the organisation to reach a more coordinated approach to the application of policy and the development of our regulatory model and regulatory reform; and manage our interactions with major public inquiries affecting professional regulation.

Main Responsibilities

This is a changing and challenging policy environment in which you will need to be able to understand complex policy and political issues, and their implications for how we regulate. As one of two Heads of Section within RPT your main responsibilities will be to:

• Lead the GMC’s work on managing our engagement with reviews and public inquiries

• Lead a number of major policy portfolios within the team

• Jointly  lead and oversee the team’s management and communication structures.

Essential skills and experience include:

• Excellent leadership and staff management skills, with an ability to motivate and lead staff within a dynamic, changing environment

• An ability to lead policy change in a complex and sensitive political environment, working within statutory frameworks and legal and procedural requirements

• An ability to engage and influence colleagues at all levels, and key external stakeholders, including developing and managing relationships and networking effectively

Benefits

By working at the GMC, you will receive a generous pension scheme with a 15% employer contribution, private medical insurance and numerous discounts from eating out, travel and annual gym memberships.

We champion internal growth and development by providing great career opportunities to progress and advance. Working with your line manager, you’ll create a personal development plan to support you with enhancing your skills to hit your goals. We also offer coaching, workshops and online learning on everything from people manager essentials to managing your health and wellbeing.

The GMC strongly believes that diversity in backgrounds and experiences contributes to a broader perspective that consistently leads to us being a better regulator. We have made a public commitment to processes and procedures that are fair, objective, transparent and free from discrimination.

The GMC is a charity registered in England and Wales (1089278) and Scotland (SC037750).

Location: London
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £31,000 per annum
Benefits: Read more about our excellent benefits on our website
Contract type: Fixed term for two years
Travel: Some travel within the UK
Closing date: 3 November 2021

Summary

Our Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns team is focused on creating lasting change. We identify creative policy solutions in response to the challenges people with arthritis face. We influence decision-makers through stakeholder engagement, public affairs activity and by campaigning alongside people with arthritis. We're looking for a Policy Officer who will make a difference to health and social care policy for people with arthritis.

About the role

The purpose of this role is to drive policy development across our priority areas. The Policy Officer will lead on specific policy projects, commissioning research, developing policy positions, and producing reports and consultation responses.

The Policy Officer will also contribute to the wider work of the team, directorate and charity, including by representing us on cross-sector policy groups, drafting briefings, and participating in events and conferences.

We'll give you autonomy, variety and challenge with opportunities to work with inspirational campaigners, attend events in Parliament and meet senior stakeholders in government. We're a supportive team who will value your well-being and professional development.

Key requirements

If you have the following then we'd love to hear from you:

• Understanding of policy issues relevant to people with long-term conditions or disability.
• Experience of working in a policy team.
• Experience of developing and influencing health and social care policy.
• The ability to think creatively and communicate effectively.
• An enthusiastic, adaptive and flexible approach.

How to apply

To apply you MUST submit the following:

1. A concise, up-to-date CV
2. Along with a completed supporting statement form demonstrating how you meet the key requirements set out in the job description and person specification for the Policy Officer role.
3. Please include where you've seen this role advertised.

Email your completed application by 3 November 2021.

Interviews

First interviews expected: 10 November 2021, in London or by Microsoft Teams.

Second interviews expected: 17 November 2021, in London or by Microsoft Teams.

About us

There are 18.8 million people living with a musculoskeletal (MSK) condition like arthritis in the UK. Arthritis causes pain, fatigue and isolation every single day. It can impact on the ability to work, our relationships and take away our independence. We don't accept this. We are Versus Arthritis. We are volunteers, healthcare professionals, researchers and friends, all doing everything we can to push back against arthritis. Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us defy arthritis.

Read more about what we do, working for us and what we offer on our website.

Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Versus Arthritis is a Registered Charity No: 207711 and in Scotland No. SC041156.

Promoting and supporting diversity in the workplace.

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Position:  Permanent

Location: Bristol (although alternative locations will be considered)

Deadline for Applications: Sunday 24th October

The Position:

This post of Senior Policy Advisor will provide senior research and policy input for our global charity clients’ development finance portfolio of work.  Combining policy and data skills and a deep knowledge on key stakeholders and institutions in the field, you will lead high quality research and provide technical inputs to research projects.  You will also provide written outputs including reports, blogs, briefings and factsheets.  You will work closely with country and regional teams and represent our client externally.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a policy research advisor within the international development sector.
• Expertise in the field of development finance that includes aid but also climate finance, and other actors, such as private finance for development.
• In-depth research skills including quantitative and qualitative methods and a technical understanding of development finance flows.
• Experience in a matrix or project based work environment.

We are seeking a proactive and dependable Policy Officer to join the Institute of Physics (IOP) in the Policy Team on a fixed term basis for 1 Year. We are working on some very exciting projects to help transform physics in the UK: increasing diversity in education and the workplace, ensuring children have access to world-class physics education, and fostering investment in technical skills and STEM.

The role

This is an exciting role that will play an integral part in the policy work of the institute. The post holder will support the development and dissemination of IOP policy, undertaking research, writing briefings and consultation responses, and assisting senior colleagues in high profile IOP projects and reports.

Main responsibilities include:

• Policy analysis, development and dissemination
• Networking and stakeholder engagement
• Team coordination and planning

Key skills and experience required are:

• Excellent analytical and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work with minimum supervision, prioritise workload, and handle multiple tasks.
• Experience of writing for different audiences.
• Experience of establishing and maintaining networks of policy contacts and external stakeholders.

Future of Work

The Institute of Physics is an equal opportunities employer and our people are at the heart of our approach to delivery. Following the impact of COVID-19, we have developed a new, innovative and exciting trust-based model of flexible working. This empowers our staff to choose both individually and as a team how, when and where they work to deliver the goals of the organisation, acknowledging that there will be occasions where in-person meetings, collaborations and events will help generate greater impact.

The Future of Work initiative is based on the principles of collaboration, trust, flexibility and agility.

Why work with us?

The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland, we seek to raise public awareness and understanding of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community. As a charity, we’re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society.

Our purpose is to gather, inspire, guide, represent and celebrate all who share a passion for physics. And, in our role as a charity, we’re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society.

 We are working to deliver an ambitious five-year strategy, and we are seeking new talent to help us create a contemporary organisation that is fit for the future.

In addition to a competitive salary and professional development opportunities, we offer employees a comprehensive benefits package including an excellent pension scheme, private medical insurance and generous annual leave. We also offer a range of other benefits including childcare vouchers, gym membership and interest free season ticket loans.

The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity.

The Royal College of Podiatry are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced individual with experience of contributing to policy and the ability to communicate our position in Northern Ireland to a wide range of audiences and increase our profile.

This is a fantastic role, over 2.5 days per week, for someone who understands the political and policy environment in Northern Ireland, who is outcome-focused and delivers tangible results. A skilled communicator, with a good understanding of the policy making process, you’ll join a high performing, team to develop high impact policy and public affairs strategies.

Job purpose: 

• To support policy development in Northern Ireland in line with the Royal College’s strategic plan
• To raise the profile of the Royal College and establish the Royal College’s position with key stakeholders as the primary authority in relation to podiatry and foot health
• To identify examples of best practice in podiatry and promote this to internal and external stakeholders

Key responsibilities of the role:

Under the direction of the Head of Policy and Public Affairs and accountable to the relevant committees, to be responsible for:

• Developing evidence-based policy positions to influence policy at local and national levels
• Building effective relations with Ministers, MLAs, the Chief AHP Officer, Arm’s Length Bodies and Civil Servants, ensuring that opinion formers are fully briefed on the impact of podiatry interventions
• Scanning the political horizon to identify areas of policy relevant to the Royal College in Northern Ireland and developing responses to external consultations
• Developing and maintaining effective, coordinated, working relations with political parties, healthcare professional bodies, charities and patient bodies
• Managing the Royal College’s public affairs presence at external events and representing the Royal College at external meetings as required
• Representing the Royal College and providing policy and public affairs support to the Northern Ireland Managers’ group
• To work from home self-directed to enable regular travel to meet members which may include regular overnight stays within travel policy
• To have regular complex and challenging conversations with internal and external stakeholders
• To contribute to corporate communications including, the members’ magazine, e-newsletters, and website
• To deputise for the Head of Policy when required
• Updating members on the Royal College’s policy and public affairs work by attending branch meetings and disseminating regular newsletters
• Using social media to promote the Royal College’s policy and public affairs work to stakeholders
• To be an effective advocate and represent the organisation and podiatry profession externally
• To take a coordinated approach with the wider Policy and Public Affairs team, identifying common themes and strategies, making best use of limited resources
• To conduct continual gap analysis on the organisation’s strategy and direction in Northern Ireland

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Excellent communication, influencing and interpersonal skills
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of government and health department processes
• Robust understanding of health policy and related issues
• Ability to work diplomatically across a range of stakeholders
• Experience of influencing and campaigning within a membership organisation or similar
• Ability to map, evaluate and implement national policy and its implications for the Royal College
• Ability to work independently and prioritise effectively, often to tight deadlines
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Excellent written, IT, presentation and verbal communication skills

To Apply please forward your CV and supporting statement.

Closing Date:   12 November 2021 noon

Interview Date:  26 November 2021

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, creative and enthusiastic policy individual to join us and make a difference to the lives of people in Wales who are affected by Crohn’s and Colitis. Your role will be to develop policy and lead our influencing activity in Wales to achieve Crohn’s & Colitis UK’s strategic aims and objectives.

By working on the issues that matter, the role of the Policy Lead for Wales is to make a positive difference for people with Crohn’s and Colitis by using evidence-based research and policy analysis to influence change in Welsh Government policy, the NHS and more widely with decision makers across the UK. You may be working from home in Wales, or elsewhere in the UK, but will be part of our friendly and experienced Policy team working to influence improvements in health, employment and all aspects of life for people with Crohn’s and Colitis in Wales.

The Future

It’s safe to say all our lives have changed since the start of the pandemic and Crohn’s & Colitis UK had to adapt and change as well. We are looking ahead to a period of growth as we put the impact of the pandemic behind us and innovate and adapt further. We are confident the charity can continue to support those who need us, and our new organisational strategy will give us the direction and drive for the next exciting chapter in the charity’s future.

About You

You will have a track record developing and delivering policy in a UK-wide context as well as knowledge of health services and the wider policy environment in Wales.

You will need to show experience of representing a similar size organisation, inspiring confidence and influencing change with health leaders and government officials in Wales. Evidence of establishing and maintaining effective relationships with external stakeholders is a must, as is proven communication skills including excellent written and verbal skills.

This is an exciting time to join the charity as the Senedd embarks on a new term, and you will be responsible for developing relationships with new Members of the Senedd and raising the political profile of Crohn’s and Colitis. A Welsh speaker is desirable for this role; however, it is not essential.

To apply, please email your CV and supporting statement to the charity ensuring your application fully addresses the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification. Closing date: 9am Monday 25th October 2021 - applications will be reviewed and shortlisted on submission so early applications are encouraged.

Policy & Public Affairs Adviser:

• Permanent
• London, hybrid with homeworking
• Salary: £31,000

We’re working with a fantastic, London-based professional body to recruit a Policy & Public Affairs Adviser to join an established team within the health space.

This role would suit someone with a knowledge or background in health policy, who has the confidence to work alongside senior stakeholder and politicians to develop and implement the Faculty’s policy work. You will have a strong understanding of the policy making process, how engaging with politicians works and strong written skills.

As the Policy & Public Affairs Adviser, you will be responsible for;

• Providing advice, guidance and information on matters of health policy
• Contributing to the organisation of roundtable events when part of a policy project, as well as representing the organisation at conferences and seminars as required
• Drafting approach letters to MPs and stakeholders
• Supporting relationships with key stakeholders within the health industry
• Daily monitoring of Parliament and stakeholders, identifying opportunities to inform and influence policy decisions

To be successful in the position you will have;

• Strong understanding of Parliament/Government and Health sector
• A background in Public Affairs/Health policy
• Understanding of policy development process
• Strong written skills, proven experience in summarising statistics and data
• Ability to communicate confidently at all levels

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Policy & External Affairs Manager

(Ref SUS3398)

£31,683 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

Up to 37.5 hours per week

Happy to talk flexible working

Base:  Sustrans office in Cardiff / flexibility to work from home

About Sustrans

Our vision and mission have never been more relevant. 

Across the UK, governments are pledging investment and action on walking and cycling.

We are working together to make a real difference - creating places where everyone can live and travel happily and healthily, and where nobody is excluded.

Our work wouldn’t be possible without the commitment and dedication of our colleagues.

We are proud of our employee net promoter score, being in the top 20% of all employers across all sectors in the UK, due to our energised, friendly and motivated workforce.

Join Sustrans today and help us get things done, together!

About the Role

We now have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as the Policy & External Affairs Manager supporting the National Director, Cymru and senior leadership team to develop and deliver influencing policies in Wales.  This role will coordinate Sustrans policy and communications work in Wales, developing our position on a range of topics relating to transport and active travel, ensuring the development of robust policy briefings, consultation responses and media releases.

About You

An excellent communicator, you will represent Sustrans in meetings, at events and in the media and ensure that our business development work is closely linked to the national strategy, using our knowledge from policy and project delivery to generate opportunities.

You will have experience of leading on policy and external affairs including policy development, communications and corporate support and you will have a strong understanding of Welsh Government and local government structures and policy making.

So, if this sounds like you, apply today!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team where you can make a big impact and where we value the contribution and expertise of everyone.

What we Offer?

Wellbeing

• 26 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Staff volunteer days
• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 4% or 5% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits

Family Friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

Interviews

The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is mid-day on Wednesday 27 October 2021.  Interviews will take place via MS Teams on Monday 8 and Tuesday 9 November 2021.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.

We welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, particularly where we are under-represented. This includes people who identify as having a disability, and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups.

Rheolwr Polisi a Materion Allanol

(Cyf SUS3398)

£31,683 y flwyddyn (pro rata ar gyfer oriau rhan amser)

Hyd at 37.5 awr yr wythnos

yn fodlon trafod gweithio’n hyblyg

Lleoliad:  Swyddfa Sustrans yng Nghaerdydd/ hyblygrwydd i weithio o gartref

Ynglŷn â Sustrans

Ni fu ein gweledigaeth a'n cenhadaeth erioed mor berthnasol.

Ledled y DU mae llywodraethau'n addunedu eu buddsoddiad a'u camau gweithredu ar gerdded a beicio.

Rydym yn gweithio gyda'n gilydd i greu gwir wahaniaeth lle gall pawb fyw a theithio'n hapus ac iachus, lle cynhwysir pawb.

Ni fyddai ein gwaith yn bosibl heb ymroddiad ein cydweithwyr.

Rydym yn falch o'n sgôr hyrwyddwr net cyflogwr a’n safle ni ymhlith yr 20% uchaf o'r holl gyflogwyr ledled pob sector yn y DU, yn sgil ein gweithlu llawn egni, cyfeillgar a llawn cymhelliant.

Ymunwch â Sustrans heddiw a'n helpu i gyflawni pethau, gyda'n gilydd!

Ynglŷn â'r Swydd

Bellach mae gennym gyfle gwych i chi ymuno gyda ni fel y Rheolwr Polisi a Materion Allanol yn cefnogi Cyfarwyddwr Cenedlaethol Cymru a'r Uwch Dîm Rheoli i ddatblygu a chyflawni polisïau dylanwadu yng Nghymru. Bydd y swydd hon yn cydlynu gwaith polisi a gwaith cyfathrebu Sustrans yng Nghymru, yn datblygu ein safbwynt ar amrywiaeth o bynciau yn cynnwys trafnidiaeth a theithiol llesol, yn sicrhau datblygiad briffiau polisi cadarn, ymatebion i ymgynghoriadau a datganiadau i'r Wasg.

Amdanoch chi

Yn gyfathrebwr rhagorol, byddwch yn cynrychioli Sustrans mewn cyfarfodydd, digwyddiadau ac ar y cyfryngau i sicrhau bod ein gwaith datblygu busnes yn cysylltu'n agos â'r strategaeth genedlaethol, gan ddefnyddio ein gwybodaeth o gyflawni polisi a phrosiectau i greu cyfleoedd.

Bydd gennych brofiad o arwain ar bolisi a materion allanol, yn cynnwys datblygiad polisi, cyfathrebiadau a chefnogaeth gorfforaethol. Bydd gennych ddealltwriaeth dda o strwythurau Llywodraeth Cymru a llywodraeth leol a llunio polisi.

Os mai dyma eich hanes chi, ymgeisiwch heddiw!

Dyma gyfle gwych i ymuno â thîm lle gallwch greu effaith gadarnhaol lle rydym yn gweld gwerth yng nghyfraniad ac arbenigedd pawb.

Beth rydym yn ei gynnig?

Lles

• 26 diwrnod o wyliau blynyddol y flwyddyn a gwyliau banc am weithio’n llawn amser
• Gallu prynu wythnos ychwanegol o wyliau blynyddol (pro-rata i staff rhan-amser)
• Diwrnodau gwirfoddoli staff
• Gwasanaeth cefnogi am ddim, diduedd a chyfrinachol 24/7
• Rydym yn aelodau o'r Fenter Cymudo Gwyrdd a'r Cynllun Beicio sy'n cynnig cynlluniau beicio i'r gwaith

Ariannol

• Cynllun Pensiwn Personol Grŵp gyda chyfraniad cyfatebol o 4% neu 5% o'r gyflog sylfaenol yn cael ei wneud gan Sustrans
• Benthyciadau beic, cyfrifiadur a thocynnau tymor
• Buddion ar ffurf gostyngiadau

Cyfeillgar i deuluoedd

• Tâl mamolaeth a thadolaeth uwch na’r sylfaenol
• Arferion gweithio hyblyg (yr oriau llawn amser yw 37.5 yr wythnos, Llun - Gwener)

Cyfweliadau

Y dyddiad cau ar gyfer derbyn ceisiadau wedi'u cwblhau yw canol dydd, dydd Mercher 27 Hydref 2021. Cynhelir cyfweliadau dros MS Teams ddydd Llun 8 a dydd Mawrth 9 Tachwedd 2021.

Cydraddoldeb, amrywiaeth a chynhwysiant

Mae Sustrans wedi ymrwymo i leihau anghydraddoldeb, yn gweld gwerth mewn amrywiaeth a galluogi cynhwysiant.

Croesawn geisiadau gan bobl o bob rhan o'r gymuned, yn arbennig lle nad oes gennym gynrychiolaeth ddigonol. Ar hyn o bryd, mae hyn yn cynnwys pobl anabl a'r bobl o gefndiroedd ethnig lleiafrifol Du ac Asiaidd.

Pay and pensions policy, remuneration policy, pensions policy, regulatory policy

Your new company
The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) is the independent body that regulates and administers the business costs and decides the pay and pensions of the 650 elected Members of Parliament and their staff in the United Kingdom. We were created by the Parliamentary Standards Act 2009, as the world's first independent regulator of MPs' financial remuneration.

IPSA is on a mission! They want to enable MPs to do what really matters by providing an exemplary, seamless regulatory service. They have a compelling strategy and we're intent on transforming IPSA. They are making improvements and want to boost their capacity and capabilities across the organisation, including in the policy area.

Your new role
They are looking for someone with the specialist knowledge and drive to be the organisational policy lead on issues relating to pay, pensions and other aspects of remuneration for MPs and their staff. These are high-profile issues which require not only expertise, but sensitivity and political acuity. This is a senior role with a large degree of responsibility for complex project delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivery of complex policy projects, including reviews of MPs' pay and changes to the MPs' pension scheme
• Planning project activities, providing regulator updates to Executive Leadership Team
• Working closely with external legal and actuarial advisors, pension scheme trustees, government departments and other stakeholders to implement change effectively
• Developing, drafting and presenting policy options to the IPSA Board; including detailed advice on proposed changes to MPs' pay and pensions and to MPs' staff pay, incorporating operational and resource implications, external impact and strategic risks
• Supporting strategic decision-making by Board members and senior executives, keeping abreast of developments impacting on IPSA's functions and future strategy in relation to MPs' remuneration.

What you'll need to succeed
You will have specialist understanding of issues relating to pay, pensions and remuneration, gained in industry or in another regulatory body or similar. While you will be supported by external legal, actuarial and technical advice, you should know the landscape, 'speak the language', and understand trends in other sectors.

You will have demonstrable experience of delivering policy projects (particularly where there have been complex operational impacts), you understand the practicalities of implementation, and you can bring people together to achieve an objective. You can identify policy, strategic and operational issues and risks and advise on how to mitigate them.

You will be comfortable liaising with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, to include Executive leadership and Board members, pension scheme trustees, MPs and government departments.

What you'll get in return
In return you will be placed into a permanent position and will be paid £48,000 per annum - in addition you will have access to:

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Season ticket loan
• Access to learning and development
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity; with LGBT+, BAME, and Green workplace groups
• Civil Service Pension
• Flexible Working

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Director of Policy

Salary: £85,000 - £92,000

Permanent, Full time

Stratford: Office based with high flexibility to work from home

CRUK encourages flexible working, and we would be happy to discuss requests for a change in hours or location for the right candidate.

Closing Date: 31st October

Cancer Research UK (CRUK) is the world's largest Charity dedicated to fighting over 200 types of cancer. We think big, we are market leading, ambitious and innovative. Our vision for three in four people to survive the disease in the next 20 years means that we need to accelerate everything that we do. Through our cancer prevention initiatives, scientific research and fundraising - we have a passion to do things better and faster.

Our policy department develops evidence-based policy to inform Government decisions related to cancer and research, communicating our views to key decision-makers. We are uniquely placed to inform political debate, and we work with Parliamentarians across the country to ensure that cancer prevention, detection and treatment remain health priorities.

The Director of Policy will play a critical role in setting a strategic direction for CRUK's externally facing policy agenda, as well as providing strategic oversight and direction for our influencing priorities and public affairs and campaigning activities. You will be well networked in the political arena, with the ability engage and influence senior leaders. You'll have experience of running a large Policy function and you'll also be an inspirational and strategic leader, driving forward our vision of beating cancer sooner.

As Director of Policy you'll oversee a workforce of around 46. You'll lead high performing and experienced teams across areas including Policy & Implementation Research, Policy Development, Public Affairs & Campaigning, and International Policy.

To view our candidate pack, which includes a full description of the role please click

Help us lead the way through your...

• Proven ability to network with and influence a broad and diverse range of senior stakeholders to progress critical agendas.

• Political awareness with substantial policy/ campaigning experience in one or more of the voluntary, medical, health and research sectors

• Strong strategic thinking/ problem solving skills informed by an appreciation of internal and external factors and the ability to identify and leverage synergies.

• Inspirational leadership experience with the ability to build a compelling vision and align others behind it.

• Credible and recognised professional within the Policy arena (whether Health or elsewhere).

• Proven track record of developing and executing policy strategies/ approaches that have far reaching and demonstrable impact on the ground.

• Excellent relationship/stakeholder management and communication skills.

What will I gain?

Without you we wouldn't be able to achieve our aim of seeing 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034. So, we want to reward you in as many ways as possible. Our benefits package includes discounts on anything from travel to technology, generous holiday allowance, gym membership, and much more. We want to ensure that you have the best work/life balance possible, so we actively encourage a flexible working culture for all of our roles wherever possible. Depending on your role, options for flexibility could include homeworking, reduced or flexi-hours, job shares, job splits, and core hours. For the majority of our office-based roles you'll only be required to work from a specific location for 1 or 2 days a week on average. You'll also be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. And ultimately, you'll know that you'll be changing lives through your work.

If you're as ambitious as we are, join our collective force and enjoy an excellent career, as we save lives and add years.

Together, we will beat cancer.

As the Giving Advisor for the Diocese of Exeter you will be working alongside the Mission Resources Advisor and Administration Officer to promote a deeper understanding of the Christian principles of giving. You will be focusing on the encouragement of planned giving, through the Parish Giving Scheme, the further roll out of contactless giving, grant and fundraising support as well as contribution to the resources we provide to further reflect on gratitude, generosity and giving. If you are passionate about resourcing the mission and ministry in the Diocese of Exeter, keen to engage with people from all walks of life, creative and willing to learn, then this could be for you. Please get in touch if you would like a conversation about the role. Training will be tailored to your individual needs.  The role is part funded by the NCI, through the Giving Advisor Fund. The Giving Advisor Fund was set up to offer financial support to enable dioceses to recruit additional Giving Advisors

About the Diocese of Exeter

The Diocese of Exeter matches almost exactly the boundaries of the county of Devon, including Torbay and Plymouth.  We are a family of Christians, worshipping God in many different settings and groups. We are led by the Bishop of Exeter and governed by Diocesan Synod which is made up of representatives from across the Diocese.

The central office is the Old Deanery, Exeter, where there is a team of around 65 Diocesan staff whose work is arranged to focus on a number of the goals of the Diocesan vision and strategy, ‘Grow in Prayer, Make new Disciples and Serve the People of Devon with Joy’. These staff work in the following teams: Education, Mission & Ministry, Church & Society, Communications, Property & Church Buildings, Finance, Safeguarding, Vocations, Synod Office, Archdeacons Secretaries, Counselling & Pastoral Care Service, and our exciting new Growing the Rural Church Project.

Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic condition and limits the life of people with cystic fibrosis (CF). The Cystic Fibrosis Trust is fighting for a life unlimited for everyone affected by the condition. Our mission is to create a world where everyone living with cystic fibrosis will be able to look forward to a long, healthy life.

We are currently looking for two Policy Analysts to join our successful Policy and Public Affairs team. You will be responsible for influencing public policy in the interests of people affected by cystic fibrosis. The ideal candidate would have experience of working in policy and public affairs and an understanding of the NHS and healthcare.

Benefits include 30 days annual leave and opportunities for learning and development.

The Cystic Fibrosis Trust welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from people with cystic fibrosis, disabled people, and Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) and LGBTQI candidates.

Please note: if you decide to apply for this role, you will need to have the right to work in the UK before starting work for us and we will need to check this.

Closing date for completed applications: Monday 01 November 2021 at 5pm

Interviews expected: week commencing 08 November 2021

2 vacant posts available

CVS Bedfordshire is a voluntary and community sector support organisation, offering a range of services, enabling local organisations and communities to make a difference.

We are looking for an additional Senior Adviser to join our small team supporting VCSE organisations across the three unitary authority areas within the historic county of Bedfordshire. The duties will include providing guidance on governance and business planning, facilitating partnerships with other organisations, liaising with funders regarding funding opportunities, and delivering training sessions. Experience of working with VCSE organisations, and a good knowledge of the organisational development challenges that they can face, is essential.