Senior Policy Advocacy Officer

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom PROSPECTUS Full time

Our client, PROSPECTUS, is dedicated to enhancing care and support for individuals with motor neurone disease (MND) and their families and carers. They fund and promote research to advance understanding, treatments, and a cure for MND. Through campaigning and raising awareness, they ensure the needs of people with MND and their carers are recognised and addressed in society.

As a Senior Policy Advocacy Officer, you will lead on policy related to research and healthcare, focusing on innovation and clinical trials across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. You will play a key role in analysing the MND research landscape, identifying challenges, and developing solutions. This includes creating briefings and policy positions, collaborating with internal teams, and engaging with external stakeholders such as the Department of Health and Social Care, UKRI, and NHS England. You will also prepare briefing materials, respond to consultations, and produce policy reports.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the policy environment related to research and healthcare, particularly in the fields of innovation and clinical trials. You should have substantial experience in analysing and developing policies, with a proven track record in policy research, analysis, and advocacy. A strong knowledge of NHS structures and the UK political system, including government departments and the devolved administrations, is essential. You must possess excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to interpret complex policy issues and devise practical solutions. Strong organisational and project management skills are also required to balance priorities and meet deadlines effectively.

At PROSPECTUS, we are passionate about making a difference for those affected by MND. If you share our commitment and have the skills to drive policy change, we encourage you to submit your CV.

We are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

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