Policy Lead

Job Description

We are now seeking a dedicated Policy Lead to join one of the UKs leading Charities who provide help and guidance to people living with chronic illness and health issues. This is a remote role, however, it will require some attendance atthe Scottish Parliament and Government offices for face-to-face meetings, so the ideal candidate will be able to easily commute to Edinburgh.As Policy Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping initiatives in alignment with our clients strategic objectives. You will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the development of policies that ensure a strong and influentialvoice for individuals affected by chronic illness.Working closely with the Head of Policy and Campaigns and the Policy Manager, you will actively engage in effective policy development and advocacy efforts, making a tangible difference in the lives of thousands of people across the UK.Responsibilities:

• Contributing to the development of policy and leading its implementation in Scotland and Northern Ireland in line with the strategic objectives.
• Monitoring the external policy environment in Scotland and Northern Ireland to identify challenges and opportunities for policy development and influencing key stakeholders to achieve better diagnosis, care, and lives for people affected.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with relevant government departments, Parliament, health care professionals, health and social care organisations, think tanks, non-governmental organisations, public, private and voluntary sector stakeholdersand multi-stakeholder groups in order to influence and ensure a strong voice for people affected.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a UK-wide comprehensive library of policy lines and position statements covering all key areas of health, education, employment and other issues relevant to people affected.
• Supporting the Head of Policy and the Policy Manager to ensure policy development aligns with and meets the needs of people affected.
• Contributing to the development of internal and external policy briefing documents, consultation responses, reports, articles for publications and digital content, ensuring that the patient voice is at the centre of all communications.
• Working collaboratively and proactively with other teams across the organisation to ensure that the work of the wider organisation is relevant to stakeholders and people affected.
• Working with the Communications and Campaigns teams to manage and assess the impact of the charitys policy and influencing activities including campaigning.
• Work with the Knowledge and Information team and the Evidence and Insight team to ensure policy and advocacy are evidence-based and accurately reflect the needs and priorities of the people affected.
• Planning and managing designated projects in accordance with project management methodology, ensuring appropriate governance is in place and milestones are delivered to time and budget.
• Ensure equality, diversity and inclusion and the voices of those affected are considered in all aspects of policy and advocacy.
• Representing the organisation at events when required.
• Working in line with the charity values and maintaining the reputation and standing of the charity.
• Ensuring compliance with charity policies and all relevant legislation.

Requirements:

• Health background ideally within the Charity sector or NHS.
• Able to commute to Parliament in Edinburgh.
• Able to develop and deliver evidence-based policy initiatives to transform services.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with decision-makers across Scotland and Northern Ireland.
• Strong Communication skills to liaise with others succinctly and effectively
• Ability to keep track of policy developments in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
• Use your knowledge of health policy and build networks to change systems.

Benefits:

• Remote Role with 35-hour working week.
• Flexible working hours (core hours around 9am-5pm).
• Able to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Annual holiday increase by 1 day each year up to 30 days.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity.

Salary:£33,000 - £37,000 depending on experienceIf you would like to apply for this fantastic opportunity, or to find out more, please call Chris on , email or click the button below