Public Affairs Officer

1 month ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Dogs Trust Full time

Are you an experienced Public Affairs professional with a passion for dogs?

We're looking for a Public Affairs Officer to support the important work we do to ensure policy makers consider dog welfare in their decision making.

About this role

As Public Affairs Officer, you'll:

  • contribute to the delivery of our ambitious public affairs programme across Westminster and Whitehall, the devolved administrations and in the EU,
  • support and occasionally lead on the organisation and coordination of political events, meetings, and project visits, as part of our programme of engagement with policy makers,
  • support the management of the Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG) and the EU Dog and Cat Alliance,
  • establish and maintain positive relationships with key external stakeholders, including parliamentarians and civil servants.

    About you

    To be successful in this role, you'll need experience in parliamentary/public affairs, with a good understanding of the political landscape in the UK. You'll have excellent communication skills, with the ability to listen actively, negotiate and influence decision makers with strong written English, in order to draft clear and concise professional correspondence and communications. An interest in, and commitment to, in the aims and values of Dogs Trust.

    About Dogs Trust

    We love dogs. That's why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We'll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It's what we've been doing since 1891 and how we've grown to become the UK's leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

    Please note, Dogs Trust is a wholly independent organisation, free of association with any political party. Our independence is critical, as it allows us to pursue our mission to campaign on dog welfare issues, on behalf of the UK's dogs and their owners. For our public affairs roles, the ability to display political neutrality in the public eye or when working with MPs is essential.

    About this team

    The Public Affairs Team works across Westminster, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the EU, to ensure the health and welfare of dogs is always taken into consideration by policy makers. In addition to our direct political engagement, Dogs Trust chairs the Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG) which aims to combat growing concerns regarding the irresponsible advertising of pets for sale, rehoming, and exchange. We also provide the secretariat for the EU Dog & Cat Alliance, through which we engage with EU policy makers, and call for EU action to build a better Europe for dogs and cats.

    To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you complete an application form and a covering letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive enough suitable interest, so to avoid disappointment early application is encouraged.

    Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them At Dogs Trust we value diversity and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

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