Reference: 47342
Date Added: 29 August 2014
Closing Date: 12 September 2014
Job Title: Policy and Campaigns Officer
Working For: a client of Electus
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000
Length of Contract:
Job Details
Job Term: Maternity Cover (12 months with possible extension)
An excellent opportunity has arisen to work with a leading charity who are looking for someone to join the team and develop powerful campaigns around high-profile policy issues while addressing key issues for vulnerable people.
With the General Election in 2015, the successful candidate will enjoy a great opportunity to develop their policy and campaigning experience during a busy political period. The campaigns will influence change and bring improved outcomes for those in need.
Coming from a public affairs or policy background, the candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be able to present complex issues in a clear and concise manner. This role requires a confident individual happy to work in a creative team.
The role will include:
- Keeping up with developments in public policy and drafting clear and concise policy briefings for both internal and external audiences
- Identifying and developing any campaign strategies including research, monitoring, policy development and political lobbying
- Managing relationships both internally and externally
- Identifying new partnerships and managing existing relationships
- Supporting overall involvement in local, regional and national forums
- Representing the organisation and communicating the strategies to stakeholders
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
- Proven track record of working within Policy or Public Affairs
- Excellent understanding of UK campaigning environment
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills
For further details please visit our website: http://www.electus-group.com/vacancies/120-policy-and-campaigns-officer.
Closing Date: 12 September 2014
Interview/Start Dates
Application Details
If interested please send your CV and a short cover letter to jyotsna.choudrie@electus-group.com.
Website: http://www.electus-group.com