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Nov 19, 2023

We are seeking an experienced individual who believes in the power of advocacy and campaigning to deliver change. The ideal candidate will have:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Parliamentary Officer

Salary: £28,000-30,000 (FTE) based on experience

Contract: Part-time (three days per week)

Term: One-year fixed term contract in the first instance

Location: Hybrid working (at least 2 days p/week office based, London)

Other entitlements: 20 days annual holiday (+ Jewish festivals); 3% employer pension contribution

Primary roles and responsibilities

To regularly monitor UK Government and Parliament legislative developments, report on relevant developments to colleagues, and ensure René Cassin is reacting and responding where appropriate.
To maintain the main overview of René Cassin’s political interactions and ensure timely responses to queries from MPs and their staff.
To develop and maintain good relationships with MPs and their staff, UK Government and other relevant stakeholders and disseminate information about René Cassin’s policies and campaign activities.
To set up and maintain a database of parliamentary contacts.
To coordinate and assist in drafting briefings for parliamentarians ahead of debates, consultations relevant inquiries and/or other parliamentary mechanisms.
To coordinate delegation visits in Parliament, including organising meetings.
To attend relevant conferences and seminars, including party conferences, and make presentations at such events where appropriate.
To liaise with other NGOs and stakeholders relevant to René Cassin’s work, including with advocacy staff in other NGOs directly and through relevant forums and coalitions.
To assist René Cassin’s Communications Officer with relevant media work.
To assist with other René Cassin campaigns, activism and priorities as required.
To assist with other reasonable duties as requested by your manager.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Skills and experience needed – Essential

In-depth knowledge of parliamentary systems and issues including UK Parliament procedures, and the structure and workings of the UK Government.
Excellent oral and written communications, including networking skills and experience writing reports and briefings.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy to ensure quality of research.
Strong organisational skills and experience of working to tight deadlines.
Ability to quickly absorb new and complex information.
Good knowledge of standard IT packages.
Naturally collaborative and a team player.

Skills and experience needed – Desirable