About the role

The Senior Policy Adviser role is an opportunity to join our dynamic and fast-paced team working on issues at the top of the political agenda.

The King’s Fund is a respected independent voice in the health and care sector with a strong reputation for authoritative analysis and a track-record of informing national policy. As health and care services face challenges on multiple fronts, and with government embarking on an extensive reform agenda, we are looking for a Senior Policy Adviser to lead our work responding to key policy developments. It is an extremely varied role, and an average week could include leading work to form our organisational position on newly announced government reforms, running a horizon scanning exercise to spot emerging issues, or drafting our latest briefing on a priority issue facing health and care services.

The successful applicant will manage The King’s Fund’s responsive policy function, a dedicated team focused on emerging policy issues. The team works with colleagues from across the organisation and, in particular, plays a key role working between our Policy and Communications functions to influence the health and care debate.

The postholder will be responsible for co-ordinating The King’s Fund’s response to key policy developments, producing accessible content on a range of topical issues and supporting our work to help people make sense of the health and care system.

We are seeking candidates with a track record of analysing and articulating complex issues, the skills to effectively communicate work to ensure it has maximum impact to diverse audiences, and the ability to deliver high quality work in a fast-paced environment. In return, we are offering the opportunity to lead our work on some of the biggest policy issues facing the nation, working alongside leading experts in a friendly and supportive charity.

We actively encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds, people from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, those with disabilities and from the LGBT+ community. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge as we recognise that diversity makes us stronger.

The King’s Fund is committed to a hybrid working model that meets the organisation’s needs, while giving staff flexibility to choose between office and home working. Currently, most staff are expected to work a minimum of two days per week (pro rata) from our central London office and are free to work more days from the office if they prefer. We are in the process of developing our long-term policy on this so the current balance between office and home working may change, although the expected minimum time in the office will remain within a range of 2–3 days per week (pro rata).

How to apply

To apply, please visit our web-site, read our supplementary guidance documents, then download and fill in our application form.  If you’d like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact the recruiting manager, Andrew McCracken. 

Please note that in order to apply, you must have documented proof of your right to live and work in the UK. Please do not send CVs. Applications must be submitted using The King’s Fund application form. Please do not convert the Word document to PDF.

Senior Policy Adviser
Permanent 34.5 hours-  we are happy to have a conversation about how you work these hours
Location – Home-based / Split between home and our London Office
£39,000 - £44,000 (National), £42,500- £47,500  (London) 

Would you like to shape Macmillan's policy work across one or more of our strategic areas? Do you have the skills and experience to develop and implement policy solutions to tackle some of the biggest challenges for people living with cancer? If so, this could be the role for you.

We want every individual to feel empowered to bring their best to work, and that’s why we offer flexibility in our working locations, working hours and benefits so we can support you in your life and your career, and we welcome a conversation about how these options can best support you. 

We offer a range of flexible working patterns, such as compressed hours, e.g. 34.5 hours in 4 days instead of 5, flexibility to work earlier or later around our core working hours of 10am-4pm and more options.  

About the role 
We’re currently looking for two outstanding Senior Policy Advisers to join Macmillan’s Policy Department. This is an exciting time to join as we begin to implement a set of ambitious strategic priorities for people living with cancer. 

Playing an influential role in our work across one or more policy areas, you will be responsible for driving the development of evidence-based policy solutions to help tackle challenges faced by people living with cancer. You will work closely with teams across Advocacy and Communications and the wider organisation to develop and deliver influencing approaches that change policy and practice and improve the lives of people living with cancer.  

Macmillan’s purpose is to do whatever it takes for everyone living with cancer.

We have an ambitious strategy to put equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) at the heart of everything we do, including across our advocacy work. We are looking for an individual who shares this passion, and we are especially keen to hear from applications with lived experience of inequalities or exclusion or an understanding of how to effectively embed a focus on EDI in policy work. 

About you 
You will have experience of delivering impactful change in a policy-related or equivalent role. You will be curious, perceptive and focussed, with a good understanding of what drives policy change externally.

You will be an engaging and persuasive communicator who can build strong relationships, both with other teams to ensure that our policy work is joined-up and aligned with wider work across the organisation, as well as key external stakeholders for our policy work.  

Experience and knowledge of the following areas is particularly welcome:

• The health policy environment in England and current issues in NHS care provision, including the health and care workforce, NHS systems and structures, and policy delivery; 
• Working with regulators and regulated industries such as essential utilities and financial services to improve protection and support for consumers in vulnerable circumstances and increase financial inclusion 

To ensure Macmillan is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled candidates and candidates from a minority ethnic background, as this is an area where we are currently under-represented in our organisation at this level. We also especially welcome applications from people with lived experience of a cancer diagnosis.

We are open to this being a home-based role or split between home and 1-2 days a week in our London office. Occasional travel may be required for external meetings or events.

About us 
We help millions of people with cancer across the UK live life as fully as they can through physical, emotional and financial support. Our values are at the heart of who we are and everything we do, inspiring our thinking and guiding our actions. Together, we do whatever it takes for people living with cancer; with heart, with strength and with ambition. 

Location: The role can be based in London or in a location with an Amnesty International Secretariat office (as listed below), subject to further confirmation and provided that we are in a position to hire an employee in that location: Dakar, Johannesburg and Nairobi. Salary and benefits will vary depending on the Amnesty IS salary scale for the country.

Duration: We are recruiting two roles: one of these is a two-year FTC and the other one is a four-year FTC, both of which may be subject to extension. The two-year FTC role will mainly focus on contributing to Amnesty's global campaign on the right to protest, including advisory and capacity building support, while the four-year FTC role will mainly focus on driving and supporting the delivery of the Amnesty movement's strategic priorities on the protection and promotion of the rights to freedom of expression, association, peaceful assembly and on policies or measures affecting the civic space.

Amnesty International is seeking two Legal Adviser(s) or Policy Adviser(s):

• to provide law and policy advice to Amnesty International's International Secretariat, including its various Regional Offices, and the broader movement on particular areas of human rights and related positions of the organisation, with a particular focus on the rights to freedom of expression, association, peaceful assembly, and other areas affecting the civic space, e.g. law enforcement and other criminal justice or administrative practices;
• to drive and support the delivery of the Amnesty movement's strategic priorities on the protection and promotion of the aforementioned rights and on policies or measures affecting the civic space, including by way of research and advocacy;
• to contribute to the organisation's global campaign on the right to protest, including by way of advisory and capacity building support;
• to contribute to the further development of the organisation's policies on a wide range of human rights issues, including those pertaining to the aforementioned rights and area;
• to monitor developments at inter-governmental organisations and in other relevant forums relevant to standards, policies and practices, such as those pertaining to the aforementioned rights and areas, and identify opportunities for pro-active engagement in collaboration with the relevant Amnesty Programmes and Sections;.

About the role:

• work closely with country and thematic researchers, advocates, media officers and campaigners in the International Secretariat and Sections/Structures to ensure human rights law and the organisation's human rights policies are applied and advocated in an effective manner through research projects, advocacy initiatives, media and campaigns.
• lead on and/or significantly contribute to specific projects and activities related to the organisation's priorities, primarily those pertaining to the rights to freedom of expression, association, peaceful assembly, and other areas affecting the civic space.
• ensure Amnesty International remains at the forefront of human rights protection pertaining to expression, association, peaceful assembly and other relevant areas affecting the civic space, e.g. law enforcement and other criminal justice or administrative practices, including by way of managing or contributing to cutting-edge human rights projects and identifying avenues for effective advocacy.

Depending on the post-holder's background and experience, the position will be one of Legal Adviser or Policy Adviser.

These two positions are located within the Law and Policy Programme (LPP), and the post-holder will be line managed by the LPP Deputy Director heading the Civic Space and Criminal Justice Team.

Please see to the job description for more information.

About you:

You will have substantial expertise and professional experience in human rights law. You will have particular expertise on the rights to freedom of expression, association, and/or peaceful assembly. Good knowledge of other areas affecting the civic space, e.g. law enforcement and other criminal justice or administrative practices, and knowledge of intersectional forms of discrimination affecting participation in the civic space would be key assets. Experience working on the shrinking civic space, for instance as it pertains to NGO laws and restrictions of access to funding, SLAPP or similar lawsuits, lack of whistle-blower protections, criminalisation of HRDs, police use of force, and restrictions to assemblies would be a significant asset.

About us:

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world.

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.

For further information on our benefits, please visit

Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work.

Salary: circa. £30,000 per annum plus benefits and London Weighting (£3,253 per annum)

Location: London Office, Canopi Borough, SE1 4YR, with Hybrid-Working

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

The Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association has TWO exciting opportunities for proactive and influential Senior Policy Advisors to join our External Affairs Team.

One of these Senior Policy Advisor roles will focus on research and healthcare. The other role has a more generalist brief which will cover other issues of relevance to people living with MND, such as welfare support and accessible housing. Please see the job descriptions and additional information for full details of each vacancy.

We operate a trusting, collaborative, and hybrid working policy which gives the flexibility needed to split your working time between the workplace and your home.

About the role

This is a fantastic time to join the Association, following our recent success with the United to End MND and Scrap 6 Months campaigns. As a Senior Policy Advisor, you will help to build upon those successes with the team, taking these campaigns, and others forward; ensuring that our work makes a substantial difference to people living with and effected by MND.

You will be responsible for identifying, researching, and developing policy positions on a range of public issues important to the MND Association. Acting as a representative to external stakeholders, including government, private contractors in welfare, academics, think tanks, charities, and professional bodies. Keeping up to date with policy developments is vital as you support work to influence decision-makers.

These roles will see you manage the Association's policy areas, leading on engagement, setting the agenda, deciding priorities, and taking them forward to improve Government policy.

What are we looking for?

You will need to understand UK political systems, including Government departments, Westminster, and the Devolved Nations as the scope of these roles covers England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

We are looking for knowledge of current health, disability and welfare policy structures, ways of working, and related issues. You will also have experience of outcome-focused research and policy development and analysis.

Your key skills will include strong analytical and research skills, the ability to analyse and comment on complex issues, good interpersonal, influencing and negotiation, and excellent communication.

The roles are described in more detail in the job descriptions and under additional information.

How to apply?

We would love to hear from you and encourage early applications.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply online now and submit a CV and a supporting statement showing how you meet the following criteria:

• Familiarity with UK political systems, including Government departments, Westminster, and the devolved nations.
• Experience of undertaking outcome-focused research and policy development and analysis.
• Ability to represent the MND Association to outside audiences in a professional manner.

About Us

The MND Association was founded in 1979. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We also fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.

We operate a hybrid working environment within a flexible office space using the latest technology and digital infrastructure. This, together with a high level of trust and performance driven culture, gives staff the freedom and flexibility to work in the best way for them, the Association and, most importantly, people with MND.

We are committed to equality and value diversity. We are working hard to remove perceived and actual barriers to participation for people with and affected by MND, current and future staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.

Important Notices

The MND Association operates a hybrid working culture and therefore we are open to discussing the possibility of variable hours, remote or home working, flexible start, and finish times etc.

Please submit your application as soon as possible; due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

Our selection process will be multi-stage; this may include video call screening, and competency-based interview/s.

We request that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this role. We work hard to fill our roles directly and if assistance is required, we operate a PSL, which currently closed for review. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies/ head-hunters.

I am working with a Christian Faith based charity in their search for an HR policy specialist to support them in revamping their people policies with an emphasis on being more inclusive to support a diverse workforce.

Key Responsibilities Include:
• Working with the People Team on delivering a strategic review and revision of all people policies, including shaping, streamlining, adapting new or revising existing policies.
• Actively engaging with Global Business Partners on the development of policies and associated documents to ensure they reflect the charities global requirements.
• Engagement and consultation with stakeholders on policy development , in particular with the Equality and Diversity Lead.
• Maintaining a thorough understanding of policy issues through effective business engagement.
• People team briefed in advance of implementation to allow for process reviews. Work closely with the People Officers and Senior Advisors to ensure effective implementation of policies, commissioning technical and system changes, including, as required training and upskilling programmes.
• Carrying out Equality Impact Assessments on all new and amended policies.
• Commissioning and preparing high quality briefings, submissions on behalf of the People Policy team.
• Delivering stand-alone project work as requested; particularly focussed on Policy matters and transactional processes, preparing high quality briefings to ensure thorough understanding of changes.
• Able to make sound decisions on when to alter work and transactional processes, linked to People Policies.

This role is being offered on a month 6 month FTC paying £45k pro rata and the ideal candidate will be immediately available.
The client is happy for someone to work remotely or on a hybrid basis.

Prospectus is delighted to be working with Barnardo's to recruit for an exciting opportunity as a Senior Policy Advisor who will advocate on behalf of children and young people who have experienced childhood harms through influencing public policy, influencing governmental change and through the media.

Barnardo's runs over 1,000 UK projects that transform the lives of almost 300,000 children and young people every year. They believe they can bring out the best in every child regardless of the issues they face. Their work supports children living in poverty, children that have been sexually exploited, children living with a disability, children living with domestic violence, and young carers who look after an ill parent or relative.

The overall purpose of this role is to provide expertise on relevant issues such as childhood trauma, the criminal justice system and children's services. You will influence public policy and practice based on evidence from research, policy analysis, and engagement with service users and practitioners. To achieve this by influencing change within UK Governments and through the media on key issues. You will research and write briefings for internal audiences and external stakeholders, keep up to date with current policy and support with amendments to legislation, committee inquiries and relevant cross-party groupings. You will also establish strong relationships with networks, all with the overarching effect of advising on policy and research developments.

To be successful as a Senior Policy Advisor you will have experience of working with politicians across the UK, engaging senior officials and a wide range of sector stakeholders to influence policy change. You will have knowledge of the criminal justice system and children's protection services in the UK. You will be comfortable developing evidence-based policy recommendations and applying current legislative, policy and practice developments affecting children, young people and families. You will be able to apply evidence from research and practice to development policy, have strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills, including the ability to persuade and negotiate. Overall, you will be confident in identifying and maximising opportunities within the political environment to lobby for change.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

In order to apply, simply submit your CV. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and arrange for a call to assess your suitability and discuss the role further. Please note that the role may close earlier than the date advertised.

Location: The role can be based in London or in a location with an Amnesty International Secretariat office (as listed below), subject to further confirmation and provided that we are in a position to hire an employee in that location: Dakar, Johannesburg and Nairobi. Salary and benefits will vary depending on the Amnesty IS salary scale for the country.

Duration: This role is a two-year FTC, it may be subject to extension.

Amnesty International is seeking a Legal Adviser or Policy Adviser (Policing) working as part of a team pursuing Amnesty's work on military, security and policing, inter alia:

• To significantly contribute to the organisation's global campaign on the right to protest in all areas related to policing, in particular by way of specialist advice, coaching, training and other relevant capacity building support in partnership with Amnesty Netherlands' Police and Human Rights Programme;
• To provide law and policy advice to Amnesty International's International Secretariat, including its various Regional Offices, and the broader movement on specified areas of human rights and related positions of the organisation, with a particular focus on police and human rights;
• To help further develop Amnesty's work on military, security and policing, with a particular focus on police and human rights;
• To contribute to the further development of the organisation's policies on a wide range of human rights issues, including those pertaining to military, security and policing and with a particular focus on police and human rights

About the Role:

As Legal Adviser or Policy Adviser you will:

• work closely with country and thematic researchers, advocates, media officers and campaigners in the International Secretariat and Sections/Structures to ensure human rights law and the organisation's human rights policies are applied and advocated in an effective manner through research projects, advocacy initiatives, media and campaigns;
• lead on and/or significantly contribute to specific projects and activities related to the organisation's priorities, primarily those pertaining to police and human rights;
• provide specialist guidance, advice, coaching and training on police and human rights, including from an operational policing perspective. This would include working towards the changes we want to see by identifying the key problems and root causes within the police that lead to human rights abuses (structural problems, policies, orders, operational decision making, individual behaviour/actions/choices, training, equipment) and formulating concrete recommendations for change;
• work with colleagues in the Law and Policy and other relevant Programmes to ensure effective, coherent and timely output reviews and policy consultations especially as they pertain to the aforementioned areas;
• proactively identify opportunities to tackle human rights abuses and engage towards positive change, with a particular attention to the policing of assemblies and other relevant military, security and policing issues;
• help identify and pursue strategic opportunities for advancing human rights through litigation.

About You:

You will have substantial expertise and professional experience in human rights law. You will have particular experience and expertise on police and human rights, including from an operational policing perspective. Expertise on other relevant military, security and policing areas as well as on the prohibition of torture and other ill-treatment would be a key asset. Good knowledge of the right to freedom of peaceful assembly is essential. Good understanding more broadly of systemic problems impacting on civic space and compounding adverse criminal justice related outcomes would be a significant asset. You will have experience in or working with the police, the legal profession, in inter-governmental organisations, human rights NGOs or social movements. You will have demonstrated legal drafting and analytical skills, e.g. through experience in litigation or the application of international law. You will also bring strong advisory and communication skills, including with a view to conduct effective advocacy.

Applications from those with lived experience of human rights abuses and violations, including discrimination and marginalization, are encouraged.

About Us:

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world.

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.

Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.

For further information on our benefits, please visit https://www.amnesty.org/en/careers/benefits/

Amnesty International is committed to creating and sustaining a working environment in which everyone has an equal opportunity to fulfil their potential and we welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of communities globally.

Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work.

Liberty is currently recruiting a Policy and Campaigns Assistant to join the team. If you are interested in furthering a career in human rights campaigning and policy work, then we want to hear from you.

The Policy and Campaigns Intern position is designed to both provide vital support to the Policy & Campaigns Team and provide opportunities for the post-holder to develop their skills and knowledge in human rights policy analysis, parliamentary advocacy, and campaigning. This is an entry-level position requiring no prior experience.

Liberty is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised groups, particularly people of colour, trans and non-binary people and disabled people. Your potential to learn and grow in the role is what’s important to us. If you have lived experienced of Liberty’s campaigns/core issues or are looking to change careers and move into a campaigning world, but don’t have 100% of what we are asking for in the person specification, we still want to hear from you.

Application forms should be returned by email as Word or PDF documents with the job title as the subject no later than 9am 30 May 2022.

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

We also ask you to submit the diversity monitoring form, available from our website, but this is optional.

The European Network on Statelessness (ENS) is a civil society alliance of over 170 members in 41 countries, committed to addressing statelessness in Europe. Everyone has the right to a nationality. We believe this must be respected and those who lack nationality - stateless people - are entitled to full protection. We are dedicated to working with stateless people in Europe to advocate for respect of their human rights. We aim to reach our goals through law and policy development, awareness-raising, and capacity-building.

ENS is seeking a Policy & Research Manager to lead the organisation’s Policy Team for 12 months (maternity cover). This is a great opportunity to work at the forefront of one of the most pressing human rights issues. The successful candidate will lead our policy development and advocacy, legal, research, and training functions, to monitor, inform and advocate for effective law, policy, and practice across the region as it impacts on diverse stateless people and those at risk of statelessness.

We are looking for someone with senior level policy, research, and project management experience in a similar role in an NGO environment. They will have an expert understanding of the working methods and advocacy channels of European and international institutions (including the European Union, Council of Europe, and United Nations) and significant experience leading projects to affect change on statelessness or related nexus areas such as child rights, refugee and migrant rights, and/or Roma and minority rights. 

With line-management responsibility for the Legal Policy Coordinator and Policy & Advocacy Officer, the postholder will work closely with the Senior Management Team to manage projects addressing a wide range of issues relating to people affected by statelessness and nationality problems in Europe. They will conduct and supervise legal and/or policy analysis, draft policy papers and submissions, design and develop policy, research, and advocacy projects, facilitate training, represent ENS at advocacy meetings and events, and contribute to the work of the team in other areas, such as campaigning and community engagement. Working in a small charity, the role requires an individual capable of thinking strategically, managing a busy and fast-paced workload, and being hands-on on a day-to-day basis.

The postholder will be contributing positively to our dynamic organisational ethos and cross-team working where all ideas are valued, and innovation is encouraged. They will be able to fit well into a fast-paced and demanding environment with an international focus. We are looking for someone with the ability to bring their experience and skills and adapt and integrate quickly and effectively into the team. The role represents an exciting opportunity for candidates with the necessary aptitude, flexibility, and ambition, as well as a commitment to work with stateless people across Europe to improve their lives.

We particularly welcome applications from stateless (or formerly stateless) individuals, people from a migrant, refugee or minority background, and other under-represented groups.

ENS is committed to Safer Recruitment and all appointments are subject to satisfactory references and pre-employment checks as required in line with our Safeguarding Policy. ENS supports flexible working arrangements.

This post is a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover). 

Please note that all applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visa applications for this post.

Main Responsibilities of the Policy & Research Manager

Law and policy development and research

1. Oversee the implementation of core ENS legal, policy, and research projects, including the Stateless Journeys and Roma Belong initiatives
2. Supervise the identification and research of legal and policy issues affecting stateless persons and those at risk of statelessness in Europe
3. Develop, design, and oversee law, policy, and research projects
4. Research and draft reports, briefings, consultation responses, policy papers, and articles, and supervise team members to do so
5. Monitor and analyse relevant legislative, policy and practice developments on statelessness in Europe and supervise team members to do so
6. Copyedit and proofread publications and other output/materials
7. Coordinate and provide legal and policy input to campaigning and communications work, as well as write and support the drafting of blogs, op-ed pieces, and other copy

External advocacy and training

1. Oversee ENS’s advocacy, training, and capacity-building activities
2. Maintain and establish strategic relationships with a range of stakeholders across Europe
3. Represent ENS at stakeholder meetings, seminars and conferences, and support team members to do so
4. Design and facilitate training and workshops both in-person and online for a variety of legal and non-legal audiences, and support team members to do so

Management, fundraising, development & other duties

1. Manage the organisation’s Policy Team (encompassing its policy development and advocacy, legal, research, and training functions), and provide relevant input to the Senior Management Team (SMT) to support organisational decision-making, fundraising, and strategic planning
2. Coordinate pan-regional projects, including contributing to budget planning and management, and monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL)
3. Write reports to funders for relevant projects and support drafting of new funding proposals
4. Line-manage the Legal Policy Coordinator and Policy & Advocacy Officer and coordinate the work of the Policy Team (encompassing the Legal Policy Coordinator, Legal Officer, and Policy & Advocacy Officer)
5. Support the recruitment and supervision of volunteers and consultants

This job description is not exhaustive but is a guide to the main functions and responsibilities of the post. It is subject to periodic review in light of changes and development of the organisation. The postholder may be asked to undertake other duties for which the postholder has the necessary experience and/or training.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Candidates must demonstrate and explain in their application how and why their previous experience, skills, abilities, and knowledge meet the requirements of this post.

Applications that fail to demonstrate this will not be considered for shortlisting

1. At least five years’ experience in a similar role with senior level policy, research, and advocacy experience working on a related issue (e.g., statelessness and nationality rights, migrant and refugee rights, Roma and minority rights, or child rights)
2. Demonstrable experience in an NGO context designing, developing, managing, and delivering projects that encompass (i) policy analysis and development, ii) research, and iii) policy advocacy
3. Experience line-managing individual staff and managing a staff team
4. Experience designing and undertaking qualitative research in an NGO setting
5. Experience designing and facilitating training and/or capacity-building workshops both online and in-person for different audiences
6. Demonstrable ability to develop and maintain stakeholder relationships with a wide range of external partners (policymakers, parliamentarians, service-providers, NGOs, civil society coalitions, lawyers, communities from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds)
7. Proven ability to analyse and present complex legal and policy information clearly, comprehensively, and accurately in writing, and an ability to edit, proofread and format documents to a high standard
8. Highly articulate in English with an ability to present complex information clearly in meetings, conference presentations, and training contexts to a variety of legal and non-legal audiences
9. Expert understanding of the working methods and advocacy channels of European and international institutions (including the European Union, Council of Europe and United Nations)
10. Good working understanding of international human rights frameworks as well as international and European refugee law and policy
11. Strong project management skills (including planning, managing project budgets, reporting, monitoring, evaluation, and learning)
12. Good organisational skills, a can-do attitude, ability to empathise with different perspectives, and the ability to work independently with limited supervision, as well as a commitment to constructive and cooperative team working
13. Advanced working knowledge of MS Office applications (especially Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
14. A strong and demonstrable commitment to our mission
15. Existing right to work in the United Kingdom and ability to travel (mainly within Europe)

Desirable Criteria

The postholder may meet some or all of the following desirable criteria for the post:

1. Senior level policy experience working on a related issue in the European regional context
2. Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject
3. LLM or equivalent legal background, including experience of strategic litigation
4. Experience working for a civil society coalition or network/membership NGO working on a related human rights issue
5. Professional competency in additional languages (particularly French, Spanish, German and/or other European languages)

The roles

We have two vacancies which represent an exciting opportunity to work within the Policy, Evidence and Influencing team to achieve change for people with breast cancer. Both roles are broadly the same with similar job descriptions, but each role focuses on a different geographical area. One role focuses on Scotland, this being role one. The other role focuses on Wales, this being role two.

In both roles, you will play a key role leading the development and delivery of a policy and public affairs strategy in Scotland or Wales. You will represent the charity at external meetings and oversee the design and delivery of public affairs plans in line with the charity’s strategic aims and policy calls. You will also support the roll out of major campaigning activity and act as a key spokesperson for the charity in Scotland or Wales, representing us in the media as well as with campaigners and senior stakeholders. 

About you

You will have experience of developing written briefings for stakeholders, analysing data to support policy development, writing public affairs plans, developing written policy material and reports, and building strong external contacts. You will have a good understanding of the current health policy landscape as well as knowledge of UK parliamentary processes and legislative systems.

You will possess excellent communication skills and have demonstrable ability to work independently and as part of a team. You will lead and manage projects and plan and organise a busy workload and be required to travel on a regular basis to our London office (where applicable), working outside of normal working hours on occasion and as necessary.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the charity that’s steered by world-class research and powered by life-changing care. We’re here for anyone affected by breast cancer, the whole way through, providing support for today and hope for the future.

We’re that trusted friend that people affected by breast cancer turn to for caring support when they need it most. The expert authority on breast cancer research who is making breakthroughs and driving forward progress. And a vehicle for change, acting now to make sure anyone affected by breast cancer gets the best possible treatment and care.

We believe that we can change the future of breast cancer and make sure that, by 2050, everyone diagnosed with the disease lives – and is supported to live well. But we need to act now.

Role 1 will be primarily based in our Cardiff office, in line with our hybrid working practice, full-time staff members may choose to work up to three days per week from home. Role 2 requires the post-holder to travel and attend external meetings and events in Edinburgh on a regular basis. In line with our hybrid working practice, full-time staff members may choose to work up to three days per week from home. The other days will be primarily based in our Glasgow office or, where appropriate, for external meetings or events, particularly in Edinburgh.

Should you have any queries with regards to this please contact us in the first instance.

Closing date Tuesday 7 June 2022 at 9:00am

Interview date Week commencing 13 June 2022

Each year Age UK East London helps 9500 older east Londoners living in the country’s top pensioner poverty hotspots. Many are aged 70+, living alone in poverty and poor health. Most people have one or more long-term conditions, for example diabetes, COPD, or heart disease. They often struggle to access services and have no family to support.  They are struggling to make ends meet and watching every penny. With millions more individuals and families soon to be tipped over into poverty by the rising cost of living we are here to help mitigate the worst impact and ensure that people don’t have to choose between heating and eating.

We deliver advice across the three London Boroughs of Tower Hamlets, Hackney and Newham. Each year 2,100 clients receive detailed casework. Around 1,400 are experiencing significant life events, which are often interlinked.

During the year to 31st March 2022, we helped older people improve their financial position by £2.8million. Overall, 96.5% of our clients felt they were treated with respect by staff and given clear and useful information.  93% felt the support they received allowed them to stay as independent as possible.

Our I&A Service has grown to meet the ever-increasing needs to our communities and we aim to continue to develop our capacity and accessibility whilst maintaining the highest quality standards and achieving maximum outcomes for our customers.  To support the next phase of growth, we are recruiting a Senior Advisor to join our team to support the development and delivery of an expert, preventative and well-being focussed Information and Advice Service delivered across multiple channels.

JOB PURPOSE

• To support the Head of Advice, Advocacy and Integration to develop, deliver and sustain trusted independent advice services to AQS standard.
• To supervise and support a team of advisors and volunteers across three East London boroughs to maintain excellent case records and guarantee quality of advice.
• Provide information and advice to Adults and their carers and their carers to maximise their income,  promote their wellbeing  and independence.
• To support the development and implementation of an advice service that is accessible remotely, face to face, in multiple settings and use technology to reach as many local people as possible.
• Support integration of services, partnership development and multi-disciplinary working in our communities.

KEY TASKS

Supervisory Duties

• To complete file reviews and case checking procedures in line with the current Quality Standards.
• To conduct supervision and appraisal of the information and advice team.
• Supervise the work load of the advice team, allocating cases, monitoring case progress to ensure timely completion of referrals.
• Represent AUKEL at network and partnership meetings ensuring that AUKEL Information and Advice service is at the forefront of service delivery in the borough.
• Conducting and recording regular team meetings.

Provision of Advice

• To carry out benefit checks, benefit applications and form filling services to older people and their carers.
• Escalate cases, raise complaints and challenge decisions made about our clients which are unlawful or erroneous. 
• Provide accurate and up to date advice on housing, Community Care and Consumer Rights.

Reporting and monitoring

•  Supervise and Monitor our client database to ensure the information we hold is accurate and up to date.
• Support the Head of Advice, Advocacy and Integration to compile and submit regular evaluation and monitoring reports to our funders making sure relevant information is available and accurate.
• Generate outcomes data and gather customer satisfaction surveys.

General

• To undertake any other duties within the competence of the post holder under the direction of the Head of Advice, Advocacy and Integration as may be required from time to time for the smooth running of Age UK East London.
• Represent AUKEL at network and partnership meetings ensuring that AUKEL Information and Advice service is at the forefront of service delivery in the borough.
• Promote the Information and advice Service and develop communication  plans.
• Attend regular Team Meetings and Supervision to ensure personal development and the continuous improvement of the Information and Advice Service.
• To undertake all duties in line with Age UK East London policies and procedures (e.g. Health & Safety, Complaints, Confidentiality, Equal Opportunities).

FUNCTIONAL LINKS

• The post holder will be line managed by the Head of Advice, Advocacy and Integration.
• Supervisory responsibility for 4 advisors and sundry volunteers.
• Close working with GP’s, Outreach Venues, Hospital Ward Staff, Local Authorities and other AUKEL Services.
• Close working with the Advice Provider Networks in East London.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience

• Minimum of 18 months supervisory experience in a Quality Mark holding advice service.
• Experience of providing advice services that support carers and older people enabling their independence by providing up to date knowledge of services available to them.
• Demonstrable experience in negotiating Welfare Benefit changes and duties to carers in accordance relevant legislation.
• Holds NVQ Level 4 Advice & Guidance, or equivalent, qualification.
• Experience of people management.

Knowledge and understanding

• Knowledge of Issues that affect adults, older adults and their carers.
• Understanding of confidentiality policy and practice.
• Understanding of equality and diversity in practice.
• Understanding and commitment to empowering service users.
• Understanding of relevant legislation, areas of law, tribunal system and local authority acts.
• Knowledge of wider Adult Social care sector, integrated commissioning and NHS 10 Year Plan.

Skills/Attributes

• Commitment to working creatively within a team.
• An open minded and questioning approach.
• Excellent communication, numeracy and literacy skills.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Demonstrable leadership qualities.

Additional requirements

• This post requires IT skills in Windows and ability to use Microsoft word and excel;
• This post may require occasional evening and weekend work. 
• As Age UK East London works with children and vulnerable adults the post holder will be required to have a satisfactory enhanced DBS certificate. A criminal record will not necessarily, but may be, a bar to obtaining a position with the organisation.

PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION PACK TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE ROLE AND THE BENEFITS OFFERED BY AGE UK EAST LONDON.

About this vacancy

Vegetarian for Life is the leading authority on diet and healthy living advice for older vegans and vegetarians. We work with a diverse variety of stakeholders, including some of the UK's biggest care chains and food suppliers; government; and partner NGOs, to support and protect older vegans and vegetarians.

As we continue to expand our work, we are looking to recruit to the post of Head of Research and Policy. This critical role will help to drive our lobbying, campaigning, advocacy, and research forward at a critical time for our organisation.

We are looking for an exceptional and passionate individual with proven experience of managing and developing successful integrated campaigns and campaign strategies.

The ideal candidate will drive our impact by using their skills and experience to effectively shape policy and research interventions. They will help Vegetarian for Life to make a real and tangible difference to the lives of older vegans and vegetarians across the UK – both now and in the future.

You will have experience of developing and implementing successful research and campaign proposals and activities. With a good understanding and experience of the UK legislative, regulatory, and governmental framework, you will understand how to navigate and steer stakeholders to achieve legislative change. You will understand how to drive public and media awareness to enable this.

You will be used to working with a variety of stakeholders, and will be a confident and effective communicator at any level – from the general public, through to business leaders, senior government, and regulatory bodies. Management experience is preferred.

Candidates will ideally be based in, or close to, either Greater London or Greater Manchester. The role will include regular travel to both cities and may include overnight stays. Other UK travel may be required, and you must be prepared and willing to travel for this role. The role will require regular attendance at the Manchester office.

In line with the charity’s core values, you should be a committed vegan or vegetarian.

Salary and benefits:

• From £17.95 per hour
• In the region of 37.5 hours per week – though part-time considered
• Flexible working hours
• 6% contribution to group personal pension plan
• Generous 38 days of annual leave p.a.
• Supportive and positive working environment

Closing date: 6 June 2022

More information: For more details, including the Person Specification, please download our Job Description. Applications should be made with a covering letter (no more than 2 pages of A4) along with a CV and details of current salary.

You will play a critical role in ensuring that the research we fund meets priority needs of the humanitarian community. Your professional credibility will position us well to share evidence generated through the R2HC with health experts, and your research skills will facilitate our collaboration with academics across the globe.   

• Are you a health expert with experience of working in the humanitarian sector? 

• Do you have a research background and a commitment to improving humanitarian effectiveness by increasing the public health evidence base?

• Can you communicate effectively with key stakeholders in the humanitarian sector, at all levels of seniority, both verbally and in writing?   

To be successful, you will have a sound understanding of humanitarian health research and its applicability in humanitarian response. You will be well connected in the humanitarian community in order to be able to engage with key stakeholders. You will also need excellent project management skills including the ability to plan, prioritise and ensure implementation of work to required standards and tight deadlines, sometimes under pressure. 

If you are passionate about  improving humanitarian response through research and want to be part of an organisation that creates positive change in the humanitarian sector then join us and we’ll give you every opportunity to succeed.   

Please review the full job description for further details. When applying you will be taken through the Save the Children recruitment system. Please ensure you complete the personal statement as part of the application process to explain how you feel you meet the requirements of the role and why you feel this is next career move for you.  Please note that we will assess your communication skills on the quality of your personal statement and CV as well as any presented achievements. 

About Elrha 

Elrha is a global charity that finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. We fund and support projects that go on to shape the way in which people across the world are supported during a crisis. We are based in the UK, but our roles have a global reach. We’re an established and respected part of the humanitarian community, working closely and meaningfully with our fellow networks and actors to make change happen. 

Remote Working 

Elrha is currently transitioning to new hybrid ways of working and with the aim of promoting flexible working practices. Other than the expectation to attend occasional team meetings in person, for the purposes of building personal connections and successful collaborations, employees can chose to work either in their designated office base or at their home within the UK. We are happy to discuss flexible working options and patterns at interview. 

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion 

Elrha is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work both external and internal. We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds. 

Salaries and benefits 

Jobs are positioned within the salary structure based on evaluation. New employees will usually be appointed at the bottom of the grade, however the appointed salary may also take into account the relevant experience a candidate brings to a role. Elrha is committed to paying staff in a fair and equitable way and will benchmark all salary offers in line with the pay of existing staff. 

Elrha also has a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday entitlement which increases year on year, 5% employer pension contribution (3% employee contribution) and life cover. 

Pre-employment Checks 

Any employment with Elrha will be subject to the following checks prior to your start date: 

• a satisfactory police record check to include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and/or an International Criminal Record Check (If applicable) 

• receipt of satisfactory references 

• proof of eligibility to work in the national location for this role 

Elrha is a wholly owned subsidiary of Save the Children. We are able to benefit from a range of support services provided by Save the Children UK, including recruitment systems. For this reason you will be directed to Save the Children UK’s job portal upon clicking ‘apply’. 

Please ensure you read the full job description and complete the Personal Statement as requested in the application process. We look forward to hearing from you. 

Closing date: 12 June 2022 Interviews: w/c 20 June 2022 

The Head of Policy and Research is accountable for coordinating policy, public affairs, research, and campaigns functions to maximise impact. The role will also be accountable for embedding the practice of participation within departmental plans.