Groundwork UK is looking for a dynamic, motivated Policy & Public Affairs Officer to join the team and help shape our engagement with government, politicians and policy makers across the UK.

Main Duties

• Support the development and delivery of a programme of public affairs activity that positions Groundwork with policy makers and other priority stakeholders as a credible, authoritative voice on communities and the environment and opens up new partnership and funding opportunities
• Regularly monitor and report on relevant political activity and policy developments to internal stakeholders
• Work with colleagues to develop evidence-based policy solutions informed by Groundwork delivery
• Draft content including blogs, comment pieces, articles and contribute to the development and delivery of media and digital marketing campaigns
• Work closely with the Head of Policy & Communications on the commissioning and production of research, reports and publications aimed at informing and influencing policymakers
• Respond to relevant public consultations, gathering insight and drafting responses in collaboration with Groundwork Trusts with relevant expertise and experience
• Contribute to the dissemination of learning and impact from Groundwork UK’s programmes and campaigns by producing research, case studies and other reports
• Represent Groundwork in external policy networks and at events
• Support colleagues around the Groundwork federation to build relationships with stakeholders in devolved assemblies, combined authorities and other public institutions

No agencies please.