We are seeking a Policy and Public Affairs Assistant to assist with policy and public affairs work in order to help St Mungo’s Broadway organisation raise its profile, credibility and influence among political stakeholders. This is an exciting period to join the Policy, Public Affairs and Research team when we are working with the new government to influence key agendas.
The role will involve:
- Working with St Mungo’s Broadway clients and other colleagues on policy-related research;
- Assisting with a programme of parliamentary visits, events and meetings to ensure that St Mungo’s Broadway has a high profile in Westminster and Whitehall;
- Assisting with Parliamentary activity in support of St Mungo’s Broadway key policy and campaign objectives;
- Helping to ensure relevant internal contacts are kept informed of political and policy developments through regular monitoring reports;
- Helping to monitor and evaluate policy and public affairs activities in line with key performance indicators and our influencing strategy.
As Policy and Public Affairs Assistant, you will need to have good communication skills and knowledge of government and Parliament. You will also have some previous experience of working in a busy team either in a charity or not-for-profit organisation, or in a policy or public affairs environment. The ability to quickly pick things up and work with a variety of audiences; including MPs, campaigners, clients and colleagues at all levels will be a crucial part of the role.
If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and drive that we are looking for, and a passion for working for a charity that makes a real difference to the lives of homeless people, we would love to hear from you.