External Affairs Policy Manager
This is a Fixed Term, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The vacancy
The DofE are looking for a passionate and strategic External Affairs Policy Manager to join our dynamic team. This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to drive meaningful policy change and create sustainable impact for young people in line with our Youth Without Limits strategy.
You will lead the development and delivery of DofE’s policy work, advocating for policy changes that enhance our mission and support DofE's work across Government. Providing evidence-based insights and influence key stakeholders, including Government officials, civil society, and businesses, to implement policy proposals that will improve young people's life chances.
This role requires a strong understanding of public policy, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, as well as our network of youth ambassadors and external partners. While developing and leading the delivery of DofE’s policy work to create sustainable change for young people, through designing and managing internal research and policy studies, from desk research to fieldwork, analysis, and reporting.
We are looking for a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of public policy and a passion for making a difference in young people’s lives.
- Strong knowledge of public policy issues affecting young people.
- Proven experience in developing and delivering successful policy strategies.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives
At DofE, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse organisation that empowers young people to reach their full potential.
You will be part of a high-performing team working on impactful policy initiatives, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about driving policy change and making a lasting impact on young people’s futures, we would love to hear from you
Closing date for all applications: 23rd February at Midnight
1st Interviews WC: 3rd March – to be held virtually via MS Teams
2nd Interviews WC: 10th March - Interview venue to be confirmed
** additional meetings/interviews via Teams maybe required.
The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check. (e.g. DBS/PVG or similar), including references covering any gaps of employment/education, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.
**The geographical allowance is based on a member of staff having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 per annum.
About DofE
Since its launch in 1956, the DofE has empowered millions of young people to become the very best they can be. It was established by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh, our Patron, and is still guided by the same set of principles he laid down.
The flexibility and adaptability of DofE have allowed the DofE to spread around the world. We operate through a social franchise model in the UK, licensing and supporting a wide range of organisations to deliver DofE programmes to hundreds of thousands of young people every year.
Despite the disruption caused by the COVID-19 outbreak our ambition to grow the number of young people who can access a DofE programme remains unchanged and we continue to engage new partners and develop innovative ways of working with businesses, the voluntary sector, and policymakers across the UK to ensure that any young person who wants to do their DofE can do so. To find out more visit DofE.org/about.
Diversity, equality & inclusion
The DofE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive staff team and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We recruit, develop, promote and value people and the DofE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. In order to meet the changing needs and aspirations of the most diverse generation of young adults ever, our staff need a range of perspectives, skills, and lived experience.
While we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds to join our passionate and friendly team, at present people of colour, disabled people, and people under 25 are not as well represented as we would like. As such we particularly encourage applicants from these backgrounds.
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