Reference: 75258
Date Added: 17 June 2020
Closing Date: 9 July 2020
Job Title: Media and Policy Officer
Working For: Positive Money
Location: London
Salary: £24,000 – £28,000 depending on experience
Length of Contract:
Job Details
About the role:
Positive Money is a recognised thought-leader on central banking, monetary policy and
banking reform. Our work is regularly featured in the national press, including the FT, Times,
Telegraph, Guardian, Independent, City AM, and Daily Mail, and we have received support
from leading figures in the UK’s main political parties.
As a member of the influencing team, the media and policy officer will be involved with the dayto-day running of Positive Money’s press operation. The officer will, with the support of the
head of policy and media, pitch stories about our work and react to external events related to
the money and banking system to secure coverage. They will also support the head of policy in
influencing policymakers and other thought-leaders by monitoring current affairs, producing
briefings and organising events.
Terms and Conditions
Contract: The role is for an initial fixed term of 1 year with a 6 month probationary period. After a year if the contract is extended, a permanent contract will be offered.
Reporting to: Head of Policy and Advocacy
Hours: Part or Full time (32-40 hours per week, 4-5 days). Requests for flexible working will be considered. The post holder will be expected to work the occasional evening or weekend for time off in lieu.
Holiday: 25 days in addition to statutory holidays.
Location: The role will be based at Positive Money’s office at 303 Davina House, 137-149 Goswell Road, London, EC1V 7ET, though all members of staff are currently working remotely during the covid pandemic, and the post holder will also be supported to also work from home to match government guidance and their needs
For more information about this role and how to apply please visit Positive Money's website
https://positivemoney.org/vacancies/media-and-policy-officer/
Closing Date: 9 July 2020
Interview/Start Dates
Interview dates: 15th and 16th July 2020 (interviews will take place online)
Closing time for applications: 8:00 am (BST)
Application Details
Please fill in the application form available here:
http://positivemoney.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Media-and-Policy-Officer-application-form.docx
Once complete send it by email to recruitment@positivemoney.org.uk
Website: https://positivemoney.org/