Scottish Parliamentary Assistant
3 days ago
Greens is seeking a highly skilled Scottish Parliamentary Assistant to join our team in the Highlands and Islands region.
The estimated salary for this role is £25,000 - £30,000 per annum.
About the Role:
We are looking for a passionate and well-organised individual with experience in campaign and policy development. You will have a strong understanding of the Scottish political and parliamentary process, as well as the public policy landscape.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Debate prep, research and speaking notes.
- Drafting written correspondence.
- Reviewing parliamentary motions.
- Gathering and distributing valuable data.
You will also be responsible for:
- Keeping up-to-date knowledge of policy areas and relevant issues.
- Designing and coordinating campaigns and research projects.
- Analysing, evaluating and interpreting data and statistics.
- Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.
- Producing high-quality press briefings, speeches, presentations and written materials.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will need an interest in the Scottish political landscape, sympathy for Greens' aims and objectives, empathy and ability to build relationships with various people, a flexible and adaptable approach, excellent written, verbal and IT skills, capability in monitoring media developments and sourcing information, and a good working relationship with the media, political and policy world.
Selection Process:
Please visit the careers website page and click on 'apply' to upload your CV and a supporting statement.
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