Public Affairs and Campaigns Officer - South
- Employer
- The Royal British Legion
- Location
- Brighton, East Sussex
- Salary
- £24,969.60 per annum
- Closing date
- 19 Feb 2019
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- Function
- Campaigning, Policy & Research
- Sector
- Social Care & Welfare
- Hours
- Full Time
- Contract Type
- Permanent
Job Details
Job title: Public Affairs and Campaigns Officer - South
Region: South (possible office locations are Brighton, Southampton, Swindon or Plymouth)
Directorate: Public Affairs and Public Policy
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £24,969.60 per annum
About The Royal British Legion
The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.
Our Values and Behaviours
Does the following describe you?
- A desire to provide a great customer service and support
- Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others
- Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution
- Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop
- An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others
If so then we would like to hear from you ….
The Role
The Legion is seeking a talented, committed and enthusiastic public affairs and campaigns professional to join its highly effective Public Affairs and Public Policy team.
In collaboration with Area Managers and other colleagues in the Legion’s South region, you will establish a visible and vocal campaigning presence at community and local authority level across the South of England, building relationships with key stakeholders and maximising our influence in this increasingly important area of decision-making. You will report on local policy developments and welfare trends, organise campaign events across the region, and help to establish a network of supporters locally who are willing to advocate on behalf of the Armed Forces community.
You will be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of local government and community activism, and be familiar with both traditional and digital campaigning techniques. You will be a strong team player, have a proven track record of delivering campaign outcomes, have excellent communication skills, and be a self-starter who is confident working remotely.
Office locations available are Brighton, Southampton, Swindon or Plymouth.
How to Apply
Please apply clicking ‘Apply Online’
Closing date for this role is 19th February 2019.
Company
The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.
Read our exclusive interview on Third Sector: What is it like to work in the individual giving team at The Royal British Legion?
- Website
- http://www.britishlegion.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 0808 802 8080
- Location
-
199 Borough High St
London
London
SE1 1AA
GB
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