Policy Officer

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Galop Full time

Job description

**Policy Officer**
**About the role**

This is a hugely exciting time to be joining Galop, with flexibility to think long term about how best to drive change and do something new and different. Whilst Galop has always advocated for policy change, this role is part of a new, growing team specifically focused on evidence-based policy change. The team is led by the Director of Policy and Evidence and composed of a Research Manager, Survivor Engagement Manager, Research Officer and this Policy Officer role.

We are building an effective Policy and Evidence team, rooted in frontline insights, a formal research programme, and opportunities to make change happen for LGBT people at a pivotal time. We work alongside Government ministers and officials, parliamentarians and regional authorities at the highest level to make evidence-based policy change.

As the Policy Officer, you will report to the Director of Policy and Evidence and work alongside the team to deliver Galop’s policy priorities, with support. You will also work closely with the Communications and Fundraising team and our Services.

**You will be expected to**:

- Undertake desk-based research, alongside using Galop’s own research, to support evidence-based policy analyses and positions.
- Draft policy briefings, research summaries, consultation responses, letters, reports, newsletters and stakeholder communications
- Research and track policy developments, political landscape changes, and other relevant areas to identify opportunities to further Galop’s objectives.
- Monitor and report on parliamentary activities, government announcements, and consultations relevant to LGBT victims/survivors.
- Assist the team to deliver funded influencing projects such as a mapping study of LGBT accessible support services across London, by supporting the Director to work with decision makers to make system-change happen across London.
- Support collaboration across Galop to ensure policy positions reflect the lived experiences of our frontline services and service users.
- Help build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including civil servants, parliamentarians, and external partners.
- Any other duties as needed.

For more information on this role please download the attached job description.

**Location**: Galop’s offices are located in London. Hybrid working is available.
**Hours**: Full Time (35 hours per week) We are open to flexibility on full-time hours.
**Contract**: Permanent
**Reports to**: Director of Policy and Evidence
**Salary**: £28,876.12 per year including London Weighting.

**Closing Date and Applications**

Applications should be submitted by 10:00am on August 4.
Interviews will be held on August 18.

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