Scientific & Policy Officer - General

2 weeks ago


Horsham, United Kingdom RSPCA Full time

Have you got a passion for animal welfare and the science behind it? Are you looking to be part of an organisation that is committed to making a difference and is constantly seeking new strategies to help benefit the welfare of our companion animals (dogs, cats, equines, rabbits and rodents)? If so, then look no further as we may have the perfect opportunity for you We are currently recruiting a Scientific & Policy Officer to join our Companion Animals Department on a permanent basis. This is a crucial role for the charity as you will be gathering, analysing, coordinating and disseminating scientific and technical information on both general companion animal welfare and specific areas of the Society's companion animal welfare work.

The role will be hybrid working either from our South East Regional Hub (Horsham, West Sussex) or our London hub according to postholder preference. The majority of working time will be spent at home, although this is flexible depending on postholder preference. UK travel will be required but this will likely be infrequent.

Here's some of the key work that you will be doing...

**Responsibilities include**:

- Search for, gather, collate and process information from a variety of sources (e.g. articles, research papers and general information), to inform the Society's work on companion animals

Liaise with individuals in other departments as first point of contact on various collaborative issues, e.g. publications (discussing use of photographs and timescales for delivery of copy for editing/printing), website development, checking and providing content for Enquiries and coordinate, contribute and ensure delivery of the Department's input into Society reports and resources and any other information sources
Promoting the work of the Companion Animals Department internally by giving induction talks to new staff and meeting with individuals in other Departments, and externally through meeting with members of other organisations and other stakeholders

What we are looking for in you...
- Good level of knowledge of companion animal welfare issues
- Clear passion for the improvement of animal welfare through science
- Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills combined with strong attention to detail
- Good organisational skills with the ability to self-prioritise workload and meet demanding targets.
- Experience of preparing and delivering (both verbally and written) presentations/reports to a varied audience.

Why work for the RSPCA?

It's an exciting time to join us in the decade of our bicentenary as we focus on our Strategy to 2030. The RSPCA works 365 days a year, rescuing all animals of all types from abuse, neglect, and injury.

**Benefits**:

- Great Annual Leave benefits - 25 days annual leave on entry rising after 5 years
- Additional Society day around Christmas.
- Generous pension scheme
- Associated life assurance and group income protection scheme
- Access to private healthcare scheme
- Employee assistance programme.
- Flexibility in Hours - We understand the importance of work-life balance
- Family friendly policies
- Dog friendly offices

**How to apply**

**Please note we are not accepting unsolicited CVs from agencies or seeking support for this opportunity.**

Ending cruelty, promoting kindness and alleviating suffering to animals.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £24,013.00-£28,251.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Horsham

Application deadline: 15/08/2023


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