Public Affairs and Policy Influence Manager

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Crisis Full time
About Crisis

Crisis is a national charity dedicated to ending homelessness. Our mission is to make sure that everyone has a place to call home, where they can feel safe, supported, and valued.

We are committed to addressing the root causes of homelessness, such as poverty, lack of affordable housing, and inadequate support services. Our team works tirelessly to influence policy changes, raise awareness about the issue, and provide vital services to those in need.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Public Affairs and Policy Influence Manager to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping our public affairs strategy, influencing government policy, and building relationships with key stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of parliamentary procedures, excellent communication skills, and the ability to think strategically. You will work closely with our Policy and Campaigns team to develop and implement effective campaigns that drive change.

Main Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement our public affairs strategy to influence government policy and decision-making.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including MPs, politicians, and other influencers.
  • Work closely with our Policy and Campaigns team to develop and deliver effective campaigns.
  • Provide secretariat support to the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Ending Homelessness.
  • Manage communications and events related to our public affairs activity.
Requirements
  • Strong knowledge of parliamentary procedures and experience of working with APPGs or similar groups.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
  • Able to think strategically and develop effective campaigns.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Experience of working in a fast-paced environment and meeting deadlines.
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of benefits, including:

  • Interest-free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
  • Pension scheme with an employer contribution of over 28 days and option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
  • Flexible working around core hours 10am-4pm.
  • And more (Full list of benefits available on our website).
About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference, has excellent communication skills, and is able to think strategically. If you have experience of working in a similar role, or have a strong understanding of parliamentary procedures, we would love to hear from you.

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