I am currently recruiting for Public Affairs and Policy Manager for a charity in Bristol (home working will also be considered).
You will:
- Lead on daily horizon scanning and provide relevant briefings for senior management on key legislative changes / issues impacting on the learning disability/social care sector;
- Develop effective strategic relationships with relevant stakeholders and policy makers eg: DoH & SC, NHS England, Public Health England, LGAs, health and social care professional bodies and other third sector peers;
- Act as the primary contact for Government / Parliamentarians / MPs and councillors, coordinating and sharing information as appropriate with internal stakeholders;
- Review key Government / policy developments and use this insight to develop campaigns that raise awareness of the critical issues and the needs of people with learning disabilities.
You will have:
- Proven management experience of devising, executing and evaluating public affairs / policy strategy;
- A thorough understanding of the workings of government and wider political Process;
- A good understanding of health and social care in England and policy development;
- Proven experience of developing positive professional relationships with key stakeholders, including voluntary and statutory bodies, civil servants and Government bodies, thank tanks, academic institutions;
- Experience of providing strategic advice and guidance on how to interact with government departments, MPs and select committees;
- Experience of commissioning research with external partners.