Public Affairs Officer

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom CHM Full time

About CHM

CHM is a leading charity dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people living with Multiple Sclerosis. We strive to create a world where everyone affected by MS can live their best life.

Salary

The salary for this role is £35,020 per annum, increasing to £37,209 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £39,398 after a further 6 months.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced public affairs professional to join our Campaigns and Public Affairs team. As a Senior Public Affairs Officer, you will play a key role in supporting our parliamentary activity and influencing campaigns aimed at important political stakeholders. You will manage our All Party Parliamentary Group for MS and coordinate colleagues across the organisation to deliver on our influencing objectives.

You will work closely with our policy teams to develop and implement strategies that promote the interests of people living with MS. This will involve building relationships with politicians, policymakers, and other stakeholders to ensure that our voice is heard and our message is delivered effectively.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Proven experience in public affairs or a related field
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Degree-level qualification in a relevant field

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
  • Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
  • Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
  • New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing
  • 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
  • More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
  • Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
  • Flexible working options

Others

As a valued member of our team, you will have access to a wide range of training and development opportunities, including:

  • Personalised development plans
  • Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
  • 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for our activities during normal working hours
  • 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal working hours

At CHM, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and comes into contact with us. This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.



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