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    Age UK is currently recruiting for an exciting fixed term position as External Affairs Support Officer on a 12 month fixed-term basis.

    In this entry-level role, you’ll support the delivery of our highly effective campaigns and public affairs activities which change the lives of older people. This is the perfect opportunity to start a career in campaigning or public affairs, offering you varied experience and exposure to public and parliamentary campaigning, as well as supporting our local Age UK partners to campaign locally.

    As External Affairs Support Officer, you’ll provide efficient administrative support to the External Affairs team, assist with logistical planning and event organisation, keep track of relevant parliamentary activity. You’ll also work with individuals to tell their stories and influence political decision makers and prepare engaging communications relating to our campaigns and public affairs work for a range of audiences.

    With an astute attention to detail, you’ll be able to prioritise your workload, critically listen and confidently communicate both verbally and in written form; as well as having a sincere interest in politics and/or campaigning for change.

    This is a hybrid opportunity, a blend of homebased and office working. Our linked office for this role is in London (near Tower Hill) and you would be expected to attend the office at least once a week for meetings and more often if needed to support events or campaign activity. Travel costs to the London office are not covered by the charity.

    Must haves

    The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:

    Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

    Personal attributes

    • Interest in politics and/or campaigning for change. A, I
    • An empathetic and sensitive approach to working with people sharing their personal experiences. A, I, T
    • An ability to provide appropriate attention to detail. A, T

    Experience

    • Experience of organising or supporting events. A, I

    Skills and knowledge

    • Good written and verbal communication skills. You are comfortable writing for a range of audiences and tailoring style and content appropriately. A, I, T
    • Good organisational and planning skills, along with an ability to prioritise workload and competing demands. A, I

    Great to haves

    • The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:

    Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

    Experience

    • Experience of using a range of digital tools. A, I

    Skills and knowledge

    • Understanding of the voluntary sector. A, I
    • Broad understanding of the issues facing older people. A, I
    • Basic understanding of the political process. A, T, I

    What we offer in return

    • Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
    • Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
    • Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
    • Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
    • Blue Light Card Scheme
    • You Did It Awards – recognition awards from £100-250.