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Reference: 99079

Date Added: 23 April 2026
Closing Date: 13 May 2026

Job Title: Parliamentary Engagement Officer

Working For: Nature Friendly Farming Network

Location: Internet, with regular travel to London

Salary: £30,000

Length of Contract: Fixed-term for 3 years, with potential for extension subject to future funding

Job Details

We are looking for a Parliamentary Engagement Officer to strengthen our engagement with policymakers across the UK. 

Key responsibilities

  • Monitor parliamentary activity across Westminster and the devolved parliaments, identifying relevant debates, questions, committees and opportunities for engagement
  • Maintain a forward view on key parliamentary activity and upcoming moments of influence
  • Produce and circulate clear, concise briefings on parliamentary activity and recommended areas for engagement
  • Draft and support the submission of parliamentary questions, briefings and lines for MPs, peers and their staff
  • Build and maintain relationships with MPs, peers, advisers and parliamentary staff across parties
  • Support coordinated engagement with political stakeholders, ensuring activity is timely and aligned with organisational priorities
  • Support relationships between farmers and parliamentarians, including organising farm visits and meetings where appropriate
  • Translate farmer experience and insights into clear and practical input for parliamentary engagement
  • Support the planning and delivery of parliamentary events, meetings and roundtables
  • Organise meetings with MPs, peers and advisers, including preparing briefings and follow-up actions
  • Maintain accurate records of parliamentary contacts and engagement activity, and support internal reporting
  • Contribute to campaign activity and wider organisational work where required

What we are looking for

  • A working understanding of how the UK Parliament and devolved legislatures operate, and how to engage effectively with those processes
  • Experience engaging with political, policy or stakeholder environments
  • Strong writing skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise briefings and summaries
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • The ability to manage competing priorities and respond quickly to emerging opportunities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships
  • The ability to translate complex or real-world information into clear, practical input
  • Confidence working independently in a remote team environment
  • An interest in farming, environmental issues or public policy

Full role profile: https://www.nffn.org.uk/news/were-hiring-parliamentary-engagement-officer 

Closing Date: 13 May 2026

Interview/Start Dates

Closing time: 12:00pm
Interviews: 19-20 May 2026

We may appoint before the closing date.

Application Details

The full role profile may be found on our website: https://www.nffn.org.uk/news/were-hiring-parliamentary-engagement-officer 

To apply, please complete the application form at: https://tinyurl.com/PEO-Application

If you require an alternative format or adjustments to support your application, please contact hr@nffn.org.uk 

Website: http://www.nffn.org.uk

Additional Notes