Research & Policy Coordinator
CONTRACT: Maternity cover, fixed term, 6 months
SALARY: £36,695
LOCATION: Central London
CLOSING DATE: 6 May 2013
SALARY: £36,695
LOCATION: Central London
CLOSING DATE: 6 May 2013
Use your extensive experience of working in multi-country research and policy as a Research & Policy Coordinator at ActionAid International and be part of the global ActionAid family helping to build a fair and just world where everyone can claim their rights.
As Research & Policy Coordinator you will network with colleagues across the federation to enhance the quality and effectiveness of our research. You will improve and maintaining tracking and approval systems to ensure consistent messaging in-line with campaign priorities. You will advise on the design of high quality, well-targeted research products covering programme scoping and media exposure to influencing policymakers and supporting campaigns. Working with the International Communications team, you will manage the scheduling of publications and mitigate libel risk as well as coordinate the creation and dissemination of public policy positions to advance campaign and strategic objectives. You will also coordinate policy working groups for our three multi country campaigns.
A postgraduate in a relevant field you will have extensive experience of working on multi-country research and policy, ideally in a non-profit setting, as well as an understanding of how research/policy products contribute to successful campaign strategies. You must possess strong analytical skills, the ability to communicate with different external audiences and an eye for detail. Comfortable prioritising projects you are able to meet deadlines and have a demonstrable interest in development issues.
To apply
Please send your CV, cover letter and equal opportunities monitoring form to jobs@actionaid.org
About your application:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity.
Recruitment consultancies / agencies should not approach ActionAid with regards to open vacancies. We regret that agency candidates will not be considered.
All interested applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
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Please check your application and make sure you meet all the essential criteria listed in the person specification, in addition your application will be stronger if you meet at least some of the desirable criteria.
If you do not meet at least all the essential criteria, please don’t apply as we only invite candidates for an interview if they meet the essential criteria listed on the job description.
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