Policy & Public Affairs Manager (Wales)

Job Introduction

We are seeking a Policy & Public Affairs Manager to join our charitable mission in Wales and support the wales team to drive improvements in diabetes care. This is a senior role to support the development of Diabetes UK’s policy positions and develop, design and deliver the charity's campaigns in Wales in collaboration with colleagues from across the UK.

The role will support the National Director to bring astute political influencing and engage positively with parliamentarians, Welsh Government ministers, senior leaders within the NHS and key decision makers and opinion formers in Wales.

Interviews: w/c 21 February 2022 (location TBC)

Please note that all job offers are subject to you providing acceptable evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK.  You might find the following resources useful:

• To view a full list of accepted documents and the checks employers are required to make click here
• To view guidance on proving your right to work to an employer click here

 If you have any questions, please contact HRAdvice@diabetes.org.uk

Role Responsibility

As policy and public affairs manager, you will play a key role in interpreting the current political and healthcare environment in order that we may have greatest traction to improve diabetes care in Wales. You will collaborate with colleagues in Wales and across the UK ensuring alignment to our organisational priorities and that our campaigns and policy positions are fit for purpose in the context of the Wales systems.  

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a similar role. You should be able to demonstrate evidence of developing previous policy positions and of influencing the policy development process of external agencies such as the NHS, Welsh Parliament. Building productive relationships and being able to communicate in a compelling way with a wide range of people, demonstrating strong personal credibility and excellent interpersonal skills are also essential to this role.

Package Description

What we can offer you: 

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays 
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,500 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments) 
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life  
• Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities 
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

About the Company

For nearly 5 million people with diabetes in the UK, there’s no day off. At Diabetes UK, we fight day in, day out for better care, treatment and support. We won’t stop until diabetes can do no harm.

With more people than ever living with diabetes and millions more at risk of developing type 2, our work has never been more needed. We make sure they get the care and support needed to live well with diabetes and avoid devastating complications.

We fund critical research, which has led to life-changing discoveries – like the first insulin pen and programmes to put type 2 diabetes into remission. Now, we want to do this for everyone and find a cure.

We can’t do any of this without you. Our staff are passionate and determined about helping everyone affected by diabetes. For over 85 years, they’ve been behind vital policy changes, as well as new treatments and technologies to make living with diabetes easier every day.

But there’s more to do. And you can be part of it.

We’re a really diverse bunch and we recognise and respect your value as an individual. As well as helping people with diabetes, you’ll be part of one of the top 30 Best UK Charities to Work For, and one of the top 75 Best Large Companies in London.

We’re committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and we need our staff and volunteers to support this.

Our vision is a world where diabetes can do no harm. Join us today, and together, we can make that a reality.

To find out more about what we do, check out our website.

Diabetes UK