Work with us: API is hiring a UK Public Affairs Manager

Want to improve the lives of millions of animals? At Animal Policy International, you'll be part of an international team of impact driven change-makers focused on making a difference in the world.

Summary

• Animal Policy International seeks a full-time Public Affairs Manager in the UK.

• Role description is available here

• Apply before June 30 by filling in the form. Please apply as soon as possible as we’ll be interviewing on a rolling basis.

About the Public Affairs Manager role

API is looking for a Public Affairs Manager based in the UK. By working closely with the Government, producers and NGOs, the Public Affairs Manager will help drive forward our ask of legislative change in imports. 

The Public Affairs Manager will work with the Co-Executive Directors to create, develop and oversee policy strategies, monitoring and evaluation of policy work, research of stakeholders, delivering advocacy and communications work, representing the organisation at meetings and events with varied external stakeholders, in person. The Manager will need to be comfortable talking to a diverse range of stakeholders - from politicians and civil servants and to farmers and NGOs. The Manager will also organise events, prepare and organise reports and briefings.

Position Summary

• Application deadline: June 30, applications reviewed on a rolling basis

• Start date: asap, July-September 2024

• Duration: initially 12 months

• Hours: full time

• Compensation: £34,000-54,000, depending on experience

• Employment type:  Contractor

• Location: Remote in the UK, preferably London or within short distance for ease of travel

• Process: There will be 2 interviews and two tasks

Please note: While experience in public affairs and strong networks would be ideal for this role of Public Affairs Manager, we are also eager to consider candidates who may not have direct experience but demonstrate strong drive, determination and an aptitude for quickly developing expertise in this field. 

If you have any questions about the position, please reach out to Mandy Carter at mandy@animalpolicyinternational.org If you know any people who might be interested, then please don't hesitate to share this post with them.