Policy Manager

At The National Lottery Community Fund we are passionate about strengthening communities and improving lives. We are driven by our strategy It starts with community and its four community-led missions as well as our equity-based approach to tackling poverty discrimination and disadvantage. As part of our commitment to being more than a funder we are serious about enabling collaboration sharing best practice amplifying the impact of our grant holders and influencing future policy making.We are seeking a highly skilled Policy Manager to join our team at an exciting time. You will play a key role in shaping and delivering the organisations influence with policy and sector stakeholders in Scotland under those four community-led missions.You will identify emerging policy issues and trends in Scotland and shape the Funds response for maximum impact. You will develop expert briefing materials for senior colleagues supporting engagement with our external stakeholders. You will build excellent relationships with our funding and communications teams and help to ensure that our funding is aligned with policy and has the greatest impact possible. You will ensure that all of our policy engagements are always grounded in and informed by the experience and expertise of communities amplifying their voices for change. Were looking for someone who is values-driven passionate about the Funds purpose and deeply committed to equity diversity and inclusion. We invite you to join our team and contribute your skills and experience to create lasting change for communities and society.Interview details:Date: 18th DecemberFormat: In-person interviewLocation: Glasgow OfficeG2We have a hybrid approach to working work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate.For an informal discussion about the role or to ask any questions please contact: emailprotected How to apply:Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (1000 words) with the following criteria we will use this to score your application.Essential CriteriaSound knowledge of the third sector and policy impact and the people and organisations who are influential in these areas.Skilled in policy analysisAbility to develop effective working relationships to enable collaboration across the Fund.Good knowledge of parliamentary and legislative processes.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate complex policy areas clearly and to mixed audiences.Passionate about the Funds purpose evidencing understanding of equity diversity and inclusion and related best practice.Proven commitment to continuous improvement self-reflection and personal development.Desirable CriteriaExperience of project managementEquity Diversity and InclusionCommunities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone therefore we are committed to equity diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed. We also believe our people should represent the communities organisations and individuals we work with. Thats why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions people who are LGBTQ and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds as well as people of all ages.As a Disability Confident Employer we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments if needed throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Legal Drafting,Communication skills,Computer Operation,Business Management,Pricing,Research Experience,Information Security,Project Management,Administrative Experience,Public Speaking,Data Analysis Skills,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 36000 - 40000