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Reference: 57679

Date Added: 27 September 2016
Closing Date: 25 November 2016

Job Title: Researcher, Westminster Food & Nutrition Forum

Working For: Westminster Forum Projects

Location: Bracknell, Berkshire

Salary: Competitive

Length of Contract:

Job Details

Help produce conferences on key policy issues in Food & Nutrition that help move forward thinking for legislators, government and stakeholders.

Policy areas where the Forum is currently organising conferences include obesity, agricultural policy, food waste, future of the food and drink industry and agricultural technology.

The role
• Highly demanding but very rewarding - in a company that is commercially focused and expanding, but with a strong ethical heart;
• Part of a small team working on all aspects of event production;
• Following latest policy developments and news from the sector - and researching issues, possible speakers and contacts;
• Drafting agendas and promotional text for the seminars;
• Liaising with speakers and chairs; and
• Attending and contributing to the smooth operation of our seminars and receptions.

What we are looking for
• Quick learners who can hit the ground running;
• Some solid work experience - in policy, conference production, journalism, public affairs or similar fields;
• Bright graduates with exceptional aptitude and professional outlook will also be considered;
• Practical focus and passionate about helping achieve our mission of providing policy makers with the context to make best decisions;
• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills - and quick to learn;
• Ability to assimilate information quickly, identify key issues from a range of stakeholder viewpoints (in line with our core proposition of impartiality);
• Clear, stylish accurate writing is essential; and
• Knowledge of the food and farming sector is preferable but not essential.

Closing Date: 25 November 2016

Interview/Start Dates

Immediate start.

Application Details

To apply please email your CV and covering letter to Jo Hibburt (HR Officer) indicating current salary and why you believe you would be suitable for the role – joanne.hibburt@westminsterforumprojects.co.uk

Website: http://www.westminsterforumprojects.co.uk/

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