Deputy Head of Policy and Public Affairs

London Temporary £50,000 - £60,000 per year View Job Description
This position is for a Deputy Head of Policy and Public Affairs at a large UK charity. The role focuses on leading a team whilst overseeing crucial Policy and Public Affairs work
  • Exciting opportunity to join a high profile UK charity
  • Lead a large Policy and Public Affairs team

About Our Client

Our client is a leading UK charity, headquartered in London.

Job Description

Deputy Head of Policy and Public Affairs:

London

Responsibilities:

  • Provide direction and leadership to the team.
  • Build strong relationships with senior civil servants, regulators, MPs and think tanks.
  • Represent the organisation at external events and forums.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation.
  • Ensure team's policy positions and influencing strategies are evidence based and impactful.
  • Provide support, guidance and challenge to ensure the team delivers and launches cutting edge policy and research.
  • Deputise the senior colleagues, including the CEO as appropriate.
  • Ensure all policy activities align with the organisation's mission and values.

The Successful Applicant

Deputy Head of Policy and Public Affairs:

London

Essential:

  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
  • Proven experience in a leadership position in policy or public affairs.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
  • Experience managing priorities and responding to deadlines.
  • Outstanding knowledge of Westminster and Whitehall.

What's on Offer

Deputy Head of Policy and Public Affairs.

6-9 month Fixed Term contract.

Flexible working. C. 1 day a week in the office.

If you want to lead a large team at a UK charity and be part of an impactful change within the Not for Profit and Charities sector then this is the perfect role for you.

Contact
Guy Alsford
Quote job ref
JN-102024-6577840
Phone number
+44 20 7269 2213

Job summary

Job function
Policy
Subsector
Charities
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Guy Alsford
Consultant phone
+44 20 7269 2213
Job reference
JN-102024-6577840