Policy Adviser
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and analytical policy professional to join our dynamic External Affairs team in The Royal College of Radiologists’ (RCR).
Our policy aims are simple: to enhance NHS systems, pathways and working conditions for RCR members so that they can provide optimum care to their patients. While the aims are simple, making it happen is less so. This is where the policy team come in. Good working relationships with the doctors and senior manager are key to the success of this role, establishing credibility and understanding how their needs from the frontline can be best met.
In this role the Policy Advisor will work with the wider team by actively monitoring and responding to the external environment to influence change. The Policy Advisor will lead the development of evidence-led policy development in priority influencing areas.The postholder will be confident collaborating with key decision makers, and responding to consultations from governments and regulators. Working closely with the Policy and Public Affairs Manager and other members of the external affairs team to provide advice and counsel to the College.
This is a great time to join the RCR team – with the exciting opportunity to build exposure and experience in public affairs, media and evidence.
What you’ll do:
Gather, interpret and analyse information on policy areas relevant to RCR specialties, clinical oncology and clinical radiologyWork with Officers, committee chairs, special interest groups and other doctors to ensure that our consultation responses reflect the expert views of the RCR’s membership
Support the planning, development, delivery and review of policy projects, consultation responses and lines to take
Support the building of relationships with external stakeholders, including opinion formers and decision-makers
Crafting external policy content as requested including reports, briefings, web content and presentations
Monitoring and responding to policy queries from members and stakeholders
What you’ll need:
Good working knowledge of public policy, government and parliament across the four nationsExperience of writing policy papers and positions Experience of responding to consultations Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to explain complex issues clearly in writing and orally, able to adapt style
Ability to build good working relationships with different teams, working in a collaborative way
If you are looking for an opportunity to demonstrate your expertise and grow your skills in a charitable organisation with a great cause and ambitious goals then please find out more about the Policy Advisor role, the RCR and instructions on how to apply in our candidate pack.
Why join us:
Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and medical specialtiesHybrid working – up to 60% remote
Modern working environment with home‑working equipment provided
Generous annual leave, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days
Enhanced family‑friendly leave (maternity, paternity and adoption) for those with 2+ years continuous service Excellent pension scheme
Sabbaticals (5+ years’ service) and secondment opportunities
Interest‑free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Long service recognition awards