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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

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