Policy Officer
4 weeks ago
COSLA is the cross-party organisation that advocates for the vital work of Scotland's Councils, securing the resources and powers they need to thrive. Our mission is to engage positively with governments and others on policy, funding, and legislation, focusing on the challenges and opportunities faced by councils.
We are seeking a Policy Officer to join our Children and Young People team, working on a wide-ranging policy development remit. This includes early learning and childcare, education, promoting and integrating children's services, keeping The Promise for care experienced children and young people, addressing child protection and youth issues, as well as tackling child poverty.
The successful candidate will work with colleagues to support the development, agreement, and advocacy of COSLA's positions across relevant policy areas. This will involve engaging with stakeholders across Local Government, the Scottish Government, public bodies, and representatives from the third and private sectors.
This is a temporary position for a 6-month period, providing an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to COSLA's work.
How to ApplyApplications should be made through the myjobscotland website by 11.
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Policy Officer
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Policy Officer
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Policy Officer
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