We are looking for a Partnerships and Public Affairs Officer help deliver the partnerships and public affairs strategy of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, including the Catholic Education Service (CES). The role requires a someone who can deliver a particular focus on engagement with Government and Parliament in both Westminster and Cardiff.

You will work with a small professional team, committed to working collaboratively towards clearly defined outcomes. You will draw upon your political awareness and build relationships with MPs, Peers, MSs and others across politics, academia, dioceses and church agencies.

The role will blend working at the office of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference, 39 Eccleston Square, London SW1V 1BX, a short walk from Victoria Station in Central London, and working from home (Tuesday and Thursday are core office days + at least one other day). The successful candidate will join a team developing close relationships with partners across England and Wales.

Key Responsibilities:

• To monitor the House of Commons, House of Lords and the Welsh Senedd and provide weekly/ monthly updates to colleagues
• To produce and/or disseminate briefings to and organise meetings with MPs, Peers, MSs and others
• To be a point of contact with Parliamentarians and help build strong links with them
• To provide communications support to the CES, including content creation for website, social media platforms and resources and guidance for dioceses and schools