Girlguiding are recruiting for an External affairs coordinator to join the External affairs team. Reporting to the Girl voice lead, we are looking for someone who is passionate about ensuring that girls’ and young women’s voices are heard by decision-makers. This is a key role within the team, contributing to the delivery of a variety of external affairs outputs, including the advocate youth panel.

In this role, you will scope and deliver opportunities with cross-sector partners to progress our advocacy priorities, and position Girlguiding as an expert in girls’ and young women’s lives in the UK. You will monitor political updates relevant to our work and support with political stakeholder engagement. You will also work closely with our advocate youth panel to deliver panel activities and secure opportunities for them to have their voices heard.

We are looking for an individual with experience of campaigning and advocacy, in either a professional or volunteer capacity, especially with children and young people. Applicants should have strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders. We would also like to hear from people with the ability to research and present information to others. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!