Policy and Communications Officer – Obesity Action Scotland
Base pay range
* Grade 4 - £29,913
* 35 hours/week
Since being granted our Royal Charter in 1599, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow has been improving health and healthcare for people around the world.
Today, we are a professional membership body providing education, assessment and development to more than 15,000 Fellows and Members at all stages of their careers. We are a UK organisation with a global membership.
Our estate in the heart of Glasgow city centre includes modern conferencing and events facilities, a rich and extensive heritage collection with museum status, a library and our multi‑award winning events offering, 1599 at the Royal College.
Our Purpose Is Built Around Delivering
* Excellent education and outstanding member experience
* New standards through assessment and gold standard qualifications
* Transformative impact on the health and wellbeing of the wider world
Our values
* Community Working together to support one another to succeed; listening to and engaging with partners and people, locally, nationally and globally, to achieve our core purpose.
* Integrity Valuing and learning from our heritage and commitment to excellence; never compromising on our core purpose, our standards and the quality of delivery.
* Innovation Proactively challenging current thinking with a forward‑looking agile approach that meets the changing needs of our members and all those who interact with us.
* Inspiration Leading by example through open dialogue, teamwork and engagement to maximise our potential and affect change.
* Inclusivity Demonstrating care, kindness, civility, generosity and mutual respect through the way we welcome, work and interact with people.
The Role
Obesity Action Scotland is a national advocacy organisation concerned with preventing overweight and obesity through improved diet and food environments. Obesity Action Scotland is hosted and supported by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.
Reporting to the Head of Obesity Action Scotland (OAS), the Policy and Communications Officer will be responsible for the implementation and delivery of research reviews, reports and digital communications that support the objectives of Obesity Action Scotland.
The job holder will be actively involved in the analysis, interpretation and preparation of research and policy papers, production of evidence‑based briefings and materials, and engagement with key stakeholders.
The postholder will co‑ordinate the communications activity of Obesity Action Scotland through digital media.
About You
* Educated to degree level or equivalent in relevant subject
* An understanding of public health and health inequalities
* Demonstrable experience of researching and analysing data and evidence
* An understanding of policy environments
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Ability to present information in an effective and engaging manner
* Experience managing and generating engaging digital media content
* Ability to manage multiple projects on tight deadlinesAbility to initiate and complete tasks with minimum supervision, seeking input from others as required
* Experience working within a team
* Ability to recognise sensitive subject matter and use language that is appropriate and fosters a supportive environment for OAS’s audience
* Reliable and willing to support a range of projects and tasks as required
* Discretion, Sensitivity, Professionalism
Desirable
* Understanding of the relationship between determinants of health, food and drink, nutrition and obesity prevention
* Understanding of political contexts and the workings of Scottish Parliament, Scottish Government, and UK Government
* Ability to write and tailor content for a range of different audiences
* Proof reading skills
* Experience in use of digital engagement analytics
* Experience of identifying and designing engaging visual content on platforms such as Canva
* Ability to forward plan to ensure shifting deadlines are met and new opportunities captured
Benefits Include
* 40 days holiday
* Hybrid working – at least 50% working in College, dependent on the needs of the business
* Pension Scheme – The College offers a contributory pension scheme with employee contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, based on the employee’s chosen contribution level
* Life Assurance
* Enhanced Sick Pay, Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay
* Health and Wellbeing Benefit
* Cycle to Work Scheme
Successful candidates will have the requisite ability and experience to meet the specific requirements of the post. If you believe you have the skills to be part of our team then apply by submitting your CV, with a cover letter and Equal Opportunities Monitoring form (available from our website).
Please note that the College is unable to provide visa sponsorship. Therefore, candidates must already have the right to work in the UK.
Closing Date
Tuesday 25 November 2025
Interview Schedule
Interviews are anticipated to be held on the 17 or 18 December 2025.
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