Policy and Advocacy Coordinator

United Kingdom

Starting salary for this position is £34,572 per annum (plus contributory pension)

About the role:

Working within our Policy and Strategic Partnerships department, you will support the coordination and delivery of MAG’s organisational policy and advocacy work, including but not limited to our engagement with key treaties, UN programmes, and a range of political actors. You will research and maintain expertise on the policy environment we operate in, working across our programmes and departments to develop the best organisational understandings of policy and advocacy issues. This is a unique and fascinating role in one of MAG’s core departments, and the work you do will directly support us in successfully implementing our 2024 – 2028 Strategic Framework.

About you:

You will be a strong communicator and particularly adept at gathering and processing complex information in order to present to a variety of audiences. You will be experienced in political stakeholder engagement, with awareness of both how policy is operationally implemented and the political issues affecting MAG and the wider sectors we operate in. You will hold a Master’s qualification, or have commensurate professional experience, in a relevant field with experience producing high-quality written analysis and a meticulous attention to detail. Ultimately you will be committed to MAG’s vision, values, and mission, and ready to represent MAG enthusiastically, diplomatically, and professionally.

Further Information:

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding hereand background checks here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available through the link below.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

We are happy to receive flexible working and job share requests in your application. If you are applying with an existing job share partner please see the candidate information sheet for further guidance.

For further information and the application form, please download the candidate information pack:

MAG – Policy and Advocacy Coordinator – Candidate Information Pack

Please return the application form to humanresources@maginternational.org by the closing date of 26^th August 2024. 

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are not able to respond to every application. If you have not heard back from us within 3 weeks of applying, it means that your application has not been successful.