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Policy and Campaigns Lead
Reports to: Director, RTUK Contract Type: In the first instance this role will be an 18-month fixed term contract. Location: Home-based with capacity to travel if required Hours: 22.5 hours per week Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 per annum pro-rated Closing Date: 12th May 5pm Interviews: 22nd May
Reports to: Director, RTUK
Contract Type: In the first instance this role will be an 18-month fixed term contract.
Location: Home-based with capacity to travel if required
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 per annum pro-rated
Closing Date: 12th May 5pm
Interviews: 22nd May
Radiotherapy UK (RTUK) is thrilled to offer an exceptional opportunity to join our small, dynamic team as the Policy and Campaigns Lead.
At RTUK, we are committed to ensuring that every cancer patient in the UK, regardless of their background or location, has access to the highest quality radiotherapy treatment available. Our team is the driving force behind impactful national campaigns such as #CatchupwithCancer and #Radiotherapy4Life, which have not only garnered awards but also influenced parliamentary debates and policies, bringing critical health issues to the forefront of national media. As a trusted source of information for patients and the radiotherapy workforce, our small charity delivers a significant impact.
In this strategically important role, you will have the unique opportunity to shape policy and advocacy priorities that resonate across government, parliament, media, social channels, and the wider public. As our Policy & Campaigns Lead, you will design and execute powerful advocacy and public campaigns that raise awareness and drive real change, both nationally and internationally.
This new role offers an incredible platform to make a tangible difference at a time of unprecedented need. Join us in standing up for cancer patients and help create a future where everyone has access to life-saving radiotherapy treatments.
We are seeking a dynamic and diligent candidate with a strong background in policy, familiarity with the UK political system, excellent communication skills, and a creative approach to advocacy. If you thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about creating meaningful change, we want to hear from you.
Radiotherapy UK (RTUK) is thrilled to offer an exceptional opportunity to join our small, dynamic team as the Policy and Campaigns Lead.
At RTUK, we are committed to ensuring that every cancer patient in the UK, regardless of their background or location, has access to the highest quality radiotherapy treatment available. Our team is the driving force behind impactful national campaigns such as #CatchupwithCancer and #Radiotherapy4Life, which have not only garnered awards but also influenced parliamentary debates and policies, bringing critical health issues to the forefront of national media. As a trusted source of information for patients and the radiotherapy workforce, our small charity delivers a significant impact.
In this strategically important role, you will have the unique opportunity to shape policy and advocacy priorities that resonate across government, parliament, media, social channels, and the wider public. As our Policy & Campaigns Lead, you will design and execute powerful advocacy and public campaigns that raise awareness and drive real change, both nationally and internationally.
This new role offers an incredible platform to make a tangible difference at a time of unprecedented need. Join us in standing up for cancer patients and help create a future where everyone has access to life-saving radiotherapy treatments.
We are seeking a dynamic and diligent candidate with a strong background in policy, familiarity with the UK political system, excellent communication skills, and a creative approach to advocacy. If you thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about creating meaningful change, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the charity’s role as the secretariat for the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Radiotherapy (APPG-RT): Plan and organise events and meetings and maintain regular communication with members.
Monitor and research parliamentary developments: Track consultations and legislation of interest to RTUK, providing insights to inform strategy and produce briefings aligned with the charity’s objectives.
Conduct stakeholder mapping: Identify and engage key political figures, including policymakers, parliamentary body leaders, officials, and advisers.
Maintain and develop RTUK’s policy positions: Initiate, research, develop, and drive proactive policy and advocacy projects and campaigns.
Identify influencing opportunities: Proactively seek out events and meetings to advance RTUK’s objectives.
Manage and build relationships: Engage with key parliamentarians, staff, and partner organisations critical to RTUK’s campaigns. Brief stakeholders on RTUK’s policy positions.
Capture data and case studies: Identify opportunities to gather information from RTUK’s service delivery to inform stakeholders and policymakers.
Represent RTUK at events: Attend policy and networking events to advocate for RTUK’s mission.
Monitor and evaluate activities: Establish methods for tracking and assessing activities, producing regular, high-quality reports as required.
Enhance RTUK’s social media and communication profile: Work with the RTUK team to boost the charity’s presence online.
Build strong working relationships: Collaborate effectively with RTUK’s team and volunteers.
Act as a positive ambassador for RTUK: Represent the charity positively in all interactions.
Person Specification
Below are some of the key experiences and competencies we’re looking for. However, if you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique skills, experiences, and perspective might be exactly what Radiotherapy UK needs to make a difference.
Professional Experience:
Essential:
At least two years of experience in a similar role.
Strong interpersonal and networking skills, with experience in building relationships with and influencing diverse stakeholders.
Proven ability to write engaging policy briefings and campaign materials.
Demonstrated success in policy and campaigning delivery.
Familiarity with the UK’s political institutions.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage complex schedules.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and persuasively.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders effectively.
Accuracy and outstanding attention to quality and detail.
Appreciation of public policy development and the role of the voluntary sector in influencing public policy.
Desirable:
Experience successfully engaging with Parliamentarians across the political spectrum to secure speeches, interventions, oral and written questions, EDMs, debates, and other parliamentary procedures
Knowledge of the UK health system.
Experience delivering patient-centred policy and campaigns for a health charity, including leveraging public engagement and media coverage.
Proven experience working and communicating remotely.
Closing Date: 12th May 5pm
Interviews: 22nd May
To apply:
Please review the job description and if you wish to be considered for the role, you can apply below. When applying, please upload ONE document which is a one page covering letter and a maximum two page CV.
The closing date for applications is 12th May 2025 at 5pm.