Are you someone who's driven and passionate about making a difference? In this role you will be responsible for providing advice and guidance to senior leaders to inform collective decision making. You will draft briefings and letters, undertake research and analysis, and take part in meetings with external stakeholders on behalf of an organisation.

Your role

As a Public Affairs and Engagement Officer your responsibilities will include:

* Maintaining the HCPC’s political monitoring function
* Identifying opportunities to raise HCPC’s profile through proactive engagement with stakeholders, events, and thought leadership initiatives
* Undertaking research and prepare high-quality briefing materials and correspondence
* Representing the HCPC at external forums and events, acting as a credible ambassador for the organisation
* Maintaining a broad understanding of relevant policy, governmental and societal developments, understanding the implications for HCPC
* Assisting in stakeholder management, following the approach laid out in the stakeholder engagement plan
* Assisting in the implementation of public affairs strategies to support the HCPC’s organisational objectives and enhance its reputation amongst policymakers, stakeholders and influencers

What we're looking for

We are seeking someone who has:

* Experience of managing effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Experience of working with senior leaders
* Experience of managing multiple competing projects, including managing departmental workload
* Experience of acting as a credible ambassador for an organisation or individual
* Proven influencing and negotiation skills
* Experience of undertaking research and analysis
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft briefings and letters
* Excellent interpersonal skills, high a high level of tact, diplomacy and political awareness
* Excellent organisational skills, and an ability to learn new systems and processes and carry them out effectively
* An understanding of the health and care sector and its regulatory environment

For the full advert please see our website: https://www.careers.hcpc-uk.org/job/public-affairs-and-engagement-officer-5812583?source=bing.com