External Affairs Manager

Location: Head Office - London

Salary: £53,500 - £58,000 per annum (with London weighting)

Their mission is to transform communities, reduce crime and anti-social behaviour, and increase the public’s confidence in the police service by recruiting, developing and inspiring outstanding and diverse leaders in society and on the policing frontline.

They are working towards a day when every community, whatever the socio-economic background of its residents, can thrive without being fearful of crime. They are looking for talented, committed and mission-aligned individuals who will drive them towards achieving their ambitions.

The organisation recruits and trains graduates and career changers with leadership potential to become inspirational police officers and outstanding crime fighters on their National Graduate Leadership Programme and their National Detective Programme. Beyond these programmes, their officers may join their Frontline Leadership Programme and be further developed giving them the best possible chance to progress through the policing ranks and have a lifelong connection with them.

Their 115-strong not-for-profit organisation aims to create systemic change. They need highly capable impactful staff to support the recruitment and development of their officers and to cultivate strong relationships with partner forces and the wider sector.

The Role

They are looking for a proactive policy and corporate affairs professional to join their team and play a key role in shaping understanding of their programmes, build support amongst stakeholders, and lead the conversation on police reform and culture change.

Their mission is to transform communities, reduce crime and increase public confidence in policing. You will be instrumental in identifying and offering great opportunities to showcase the best of their work with Ministers, officials, MPs, Peers, committees, All-Party Parliamentary Groups, and other policy stakeholders and influencers. You will use your skills in advocacy and effective communication to increase awareness of and support for what they deliver, and be an effective partner to the Government demonstrating delivery of their 13,000 neighbourhood policing pledge and the difference good local policing makes to communities.

Key responsibilities

• Establish yourself within the organisation as a source of expert political advice and guidance in handling sensitive issues and relationships, working to protect and enhance their reputation.
• Be curious about police reform, be actively contributing on external thinking about this and ensure PN colleagues are kept abreast of key developments.
• Maintain the day to day relationship with the Home Office including organising meetings, submissions, paperwork and evaluations.
• Provide expert policy advice to officials at the Home Office, other Government Departments, and Parliamentarians on the work of the organisation through contributions to White Papers and Committee Investigations.
• Be proactive in looking for opportunities for the organisation such as organising visits, participating in roundtables, and playing an active role in relevant conferences.
• Ensure that the organsation fulfils its obligations to Government in return for public investment and is responsive to the needs of the Home Office and other organisations. You will provide accurate information for answers to Parliamentary Questions in a timely manner, input for Ministerial briefings and correspondence, and advice on police and skills policy issues to the Government as appropriate.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience of influencing and advocating within a policy and public affairs environment, you will be confident in communicating with senior stakeholders.
• Engage Ministers, MPs, Mayors, Police and Crime Commissioners and their teams in a way that enhances their reputation as an expert, insight-led organisation with a strong record of delivery that represents excellent value-for-money.
• You will have a strong understanding of Westminster, Whitehall and the Mayoralities and build good working relationships with key decision-makers. Some experience of media handling around public policy issues is desirable as you will work closely with the Media and Communications team at the organisation.
• Essential skills are the ability to write well, communicate effectively and be confident in engaging senior stakeholders. A demonstrable interest or background in policing or related public services would be of assistance in working with internal stakeholders.
• Above all, you must demonstrate for a passion their mission, be proactive in identifying opportunities to share the organisation’s impact, and be a great team player.

Benefits

• A bright, airy and modern office in Zone 1.
• Competitive salary of £53,500-£58,000, per annum, pro rata (dependent on experience and inclusive of London weighting).
• Flexible working.
• 27 days holiday each year, plus bank holidays.
• A range of hospitality discounts.
• Access to coaching through their online platform, Kinhub, to support your wellbeing and career goals.
• Access to their health cover provider, which includes healthcare benefits, an Employee Assistance Programme and discounts.
• Training opportunities for personal development.
• Participation in a pension scheme (with 6% employer contributions and 2% employee contributions).

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/policenow/Job/JobDetail?JobId=281 

The closing date for this role is at 9am on Thursday 26th June.

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