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Part-time (22.5 hours per week)
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Job description

Radiotherapy UK (RTUK) is delighted to offer the opportunity to join its small and dynamic team as Policy and Research Officer. 

At RTUK, we believe that every cancer patient in the UK, no matter who they are or where they live, should have access to the best radiotherapy treatment available. We are the team behind national campaigns such as #CatchupwithCancer and #Radiotherapy4Life, delivering award-winning, high-profile campaigns that have informed parliamentary debates and policies, and highlighted key health issues in national media. Our charity provides trusted information resources for patients and the radiotherapy workforce.  We are a small charity, delivering big impact. 

As Policy and Research Officer, you will play a key role in advancing our advocacy campaigns through research reports, data analysis, and enhanced collaboration with key stakeholders. This is a new role, and we are seeking a diligent and dynamic candidate to work closely with our team and stakeholders to amplify our impact for cancer patients. 

Job Description 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Support the charity’s role the secretariat for the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Radiotherapy (APPG-RT): plan and organise events and meetings and maintain regular communication with members. 

  • Monitor and research parliamentary developments, consultations, and legislation of interest to RTUK, producing briefings aligned with the charity’s objectives. 

  • Conduct stakeholder mapping to identify and engage key political figures, including policymakers, parliamentary body leaders, officials, and advisers. 

  • Maintain and develop RTUK’s current policy positions, and create new ones as required. 

  • Collaborate with partner organisations to support the strategic development and delivery of campaigns and public engagement initiatives. 

  • Foster and maintain relationships with key parliamentarians, staff, and partner organisations critical to RTUK’s campaigns. 

  • Develop and conduct in-depth research and robust data analysis to inform policy and advocacy efforts. 

  • Identify opportunities to capture data and case studies from RTUK’s service delivery to inform stakeholders and policymakers. 

  • Produce reports and briefings based on RTUK data, research, and case studies. 

  • Lead or contribute to joint policy or research initiatives with partner organisations. 

  • Represent RTUK at policy and networking events. 

  • Establish means of monitoring and evaluating activities, and produce regular, high-quality reports as required. 

  • Collaborate with the RTUK team to enhance the charity’s social media and communication profile. 

  • Build strong working relationships with RTUK’s team and volunteers. 

  • Act as a positive ambassador for RTUK. 

Person Specification 

Professional Experience: 

Essential: 

  • At least two years of experience in a similar role. 

  • Strong interpersonal and networking skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders. 

  • Experience developing research and reports to support policy and campaigns. 

  • Proven ability to write engaging reports, briefings, and campaign materials. 

  • Skilled in collecting and utilising data and case studies for research and advocacy. 

  • Demonstrated success in policy and campaigning delivery. 

  • Familiarity with the UK’s political institutions. 

  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage complex schedules. 

  • Proven experience working and communicating remotely. 

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. 

Desirable: 

  • Knowledge of the UK health system. 

  • Experience delivering patient-centred policy and campaigns for a health charity. 

Personal Attributes: 

  • High personal integrity. 

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision. 

  • Collaborative and team-oriented with leadership skills. 

  • Dynamic, solution-focused, and self-motivated. 

  • Excellent relationship-building and people management skills. 

  • Flexible and responsive to evolving circumstances. 

  • Strong commitment to RTUK’s mission and beneficiaries. 

What We Offer: 

  • 25 days of holiday per annum (exclusive of bank holidays). 

  • Workplace pension scheme with 5% employer contribution. 

  • A positive and supportive work environment. 

  • Learning and development opportunities. 

  • Flexible working approach. 

If you are an energetic and experienced professional with a passion for impactful health advocacy, we would love to hear from you. Join RTUK and be part of our mission to ensure every cancer patient in the UK has access to the best radiotherapy treatment. 

Closing Date: Friday 10th January 

Interview date: Friday 24th January 

Radiotherapy UK is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

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Radiotherapy UK View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 0
Posted on: 12 December 2024
Closing date: 10 January 2025 at 17:00
Tags: Campaigns,Policy,Cancer,Data Analysis,Research