Policy And Community Engagement Officer

Policy and Community Engagement Officer

We are currently recruiting for a Policy and Community Engagement Officer who will shape the Law Centre’s Policy and engagement work to influence and achieve progressive change to law and policy in Northern Ireland. Your focus will be on the social security system and strategies to eradicate poverty in Northern Ireland. You will work with colleagues in the Cliff Edge Coalition and other collaborations and your research and engagement will be responsive to the ever-changing landscape, providing a reliable evidence base that supports legal and policy change.

Location: Belfast

Post: Full time (35 hours per week)

Salary: SO2, £30,451 - £32,234 (under review) + 5% employer pension contribution

Reports to: Director of Innovation and Engagement

Purpose of job

This is a key role within Law Centre NI. You will work to overcome the challenges experienced by those who rely on the social security system in NI and work to tackle poverty and inequality so that people and families are able to uphold their rights and live a life of dignity.

You will work closely alongside community organisations to identify legal and policy issues affecting people experiencing poverty and inequality and to increase their capacity to advise and support their communities.

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The closing date for applications is Monday 15 April 2024 at 4pm.