An exciting opportunity has arisen at the National Housing Federation (NHF) for a Public Affairs Officer. The NHF is the voice of housing associations in England. We are the trade body to almost 600 housing associations, who have grown from philanthropic roots to provide 2.6 million homes to around six million people. You can find further information about the NHF here: https://www.housing.org.uk/about-us/

We work at the forefront of the political debate – not only on housing, but also on a wide range of other policy issues including welfare, homelessness and climate change. Our work affects lives of millions of people accross the country. 

As a Public Affairs Officer, you will take the lead on your own policy areas, developing and delivering influencing strategies that have real impact. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, as well as with our members and key external stakeholders, to ensure social housing is clearly understood and prioritised by decision makers.
At a time of significant political change in Westminster, this role is critical. You will help ensure that social housing retains its political salience and that housing associations are recognised as an essential part of the solution to the housing emergency.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious public affairs professional who wants to work on issues of national importance and make a meaningful contribution to improving people’s lives.

Key elements of the role:
• Developing and leading public affairs strategies to influence the main political parties on topics that matter to our members.
• Building effective relationships with parliamentarians, ministers and shadow ministers, researchers and political advisers.
• Collaborating with colleagues through project groups and providing expert public affairs advice on a range of policy issues.
• Monitoring Parliament and key political development to ensure NHF staff and our members are informed on key issues.
• Drafting high-quality briefings, letters and other documents for national politicians.
• Making the case for the NHF’s influencing asks in face-to-face meetings with key political stakeholders and presenting to internal and member groups.

Please apply via: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/nhf/Job/JobDetail?JobId=417