Job Opportunity with Barnardo's: Head of Policy and Public Affairs

Location: Central London, hybrid 
Salary: £65,256 - £69,917
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 36.25
Closing Date: 27 August 2024
Interview Date: 3rd September 2024

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Barnardo's is looking to appoint an exceptionally talented, experienced, motivated new Head of Policy & Public Affairs, to help the charity drive positive change for children and young people across the UK.

The ideal candidate will need

• At least five years' experience as a policy and/or public affairs expert in management/leadership-level roles, including substantial experience of working in the UK Government, Westminster Parliament, in-house at a charity or business, or at a consultancy.
• Demonstrable knowledge of UK social policy issues, and a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with driving positive change for children and young people.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts for a wide audience.
• Strong political instincts and ability to assist the Director of Strategy & External Affairs in providing high level, non-party political advice to the Chief Executive and wider Executive Team on the political context and its implications for the charity.
• Excellent relationship-building skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with people across different disciplines and levels of seniority, to achieve shared goals.

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