Reference: 84638
Date Added: 17 June 2022
Closing Date: 4 July 2022
Job Title: Senior External Affairs Officer
Working For: Learning and Work Institute
Location: London
Salary: £27,000 - £32,500 per annum, dependent on experience and location
Length of Contract: Permanent
Job Details
Location: Leicester / London / flexible. Hybrid working: home-based 2-3 days per week, and the remainder in an L&W office
Contract: Full-time role / flexibility or part-time considered
Learning and Work Institute is an independent research, development and policy organisation dedicated to promoting lifelong learning, full employment and inclusion.
This is a key role within Learning and Work Institute’s policy and communication’s team, with lead responsibility for our digital communications and the development of our public affairs and campaigning activity.
The role will focus on securing impact of our research, policy and development work. In addition to working closely with the research and development team to develop and deliver integrated influencing plans with ambitious communications, the post-holder will also be expected to support the development and delivery of our high-profile events, stakeholder engagement and our press and media relations.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate: a strong track record in securing press and media impact, expertise in digital communications, an ability to manage social media channels and website content, supporting the running and marketing of events, and an understanding of the political / policy environment.
In return, you'll have the chance to shape, lead and deliver exciting and effective influencing activity, and be part of a dynamic and committed team.
L&W is a Silver Investor in People award holder, committed to equal opportunities and staff development including support for formal qualifications when applicable. L&W prides itself on being a supportive and flexible employer. We recognise the importance of work-life balance for our staff and will consider flexible working arrangements. L&W is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from under-represented groups.
Please note that the successful candidate will need to undertake a DBS check.
Should you require any adjustments to participate in this recruitment process, please make this clear when you apply.
Closing Date: 4 July 2022
Interview/Start Dates
This advert will close at 5pm on the date specified.
We anticipate that interviews will take place W/C 11 July 2022.
Application Details
https://learningandwork.org.uk/about-us/work-with-us/senior-external-affairs-officer/
Website: https://learningandwork.org.uk/