Policy Uptake and Communications Specialist

7 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Chemonics Full time
Job Description

XCEPT is seeking an experienced Policy Uptake and Communications Manager to play a pivotal role in promoting our impact through engagement with policy, practitioner, and academic stakeholder groups.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in communicating research to specialist and non-specialist audiences, including experience converting research to policy-focused uptake products.

The primary responsibility of this role is ensuring our research is effectively disseminated and has the greatest possible impact, advancing critical debates and informing decisionmakers directing policy and programming efforts to prevent and reduce conflict and build peace.

The Policy Uptake and Communications Manager will have the following responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop tailored approaches to engage with key policy and practitioner audiences.
  • Advance XCEPT policy uptake through stakeholder analysis and tracking of policy events and developments that XCEPT research can inform.
  • Prepare policy-focused uptake products such as briefing notes, 1-pagers and slide presentations.
  • Support researchers to develop and implement policy uptake plans specific to their projects.
Requirements
  • Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent work experience required; advanced degree preferred.
  • At least 7 years of experience in policy uptake, external communications, media engagement, or public relations.
  • Demonstrable understanding of issues related to conflict and peacebuilding and the foreign policy landscape in the UK and internationally.
  • Proven track record in communicating research to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
  • Outstanding English verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information in a clear and understandable way.
  • Knowledge of the principles and best practices of media relations.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-player approach.
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

XCEPT is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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