Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £27,810 to £29,305 per annum, pro rata (plus ILW, if residing & working in London)
Hours: 28 per week
Contract: Fixed term contract (12 months)

Are you ready to shape policy and influence change on humanitarian issues at the heart of Government and Parliament?

Join us in a key role driving parliamentary engagement across domestic and international humanitarian priorities. You’ll build relationships with MPs and peers, draft compelling briefings, and coordinate impactful events—including at Party Conferences. Working with colleagues and partners, you’ll help ensure our public affairs work is evidence-based, aligned, and amplifies voices from affected communities. Use your skills to support people in crisis and help us spread the power of kindness.

What will a day in the life of a Public Affairs Officer involve?

• Building relationships with MPs and peers across political parties to support engagement on humanitarian issues.
• Drafting and sharing briefings for parliamentary business and meetings.
• Coordinating responses to parliamentary activity and suggesting proactive engagement opportunities.
• Working with policy teams to ensure public affairs activity supports evidence-based policy goals.
• Organising and delivering events that amplify voices from communities and the Red Cross Movement.
• Collaborating with communications and media teams to align messaging and maximise impact.

To be a successful Public Affairs Officer , what will you need?

• A strong understanding of how the UK Parliament and Government operate.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering public affairs strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailored to parliamentary audiences.
• Confidence in organising impactful events and managing multiple projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and build effective relationships.

Closing date for applications is 23.59 on Wednesday 5th November 2025. Interviews commencing 21st November 2025.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
Holidays: 36 days annual leave, pro rata (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.