About the Role
As Head of Policy and Communications in Wales you will lead a team working across policy, public affairs and communications to deliver the changes needed to address homelessness in Wales. After the formation of a new government in Wales, this role will work closely with politicians, government officials, sector leads and people with lived experience of homelessness to ensure Crisis’ goal of ending all forms of homelessness in Wales is a priority and bring about the changes needed to meet this goal.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead policy development and implementation to achieve homelessness prevention and reduction in Wales.
* Build and maintain stakeholder relationships with politicians, government officials, sector leads and individuals with lived experience.
* Act as spokesperson for the organisation, communicating policy matters in simple and concise ways.
* Advocate for policy change at the national government level and raise the profile of the organisation through strategic communications.
Qualifications
* Excellent knowledge and experience of developing and securing policy change at a national government level.
* Experience across policy, public affairs and media work.
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
* Experience as an effective spokesperson.
* Understanding of policy and influencing objectives informed by frontline staff and people with lived experience.
Values
Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable are at the heart of everything we do.
Benefits
* Competitive salary: £57,452 per annum.
* Interest‑free loans for travel season ticket, cycle‑to‑work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
* Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%.
* 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) increasing with service to 31 days and option to purchase up to 10 additional days.
* Flexible working around core hours 10 am‑4 pm.
* Access to staff diversity networks and ongoing development support.
Location
Crisis Skylight South Wales, 163 St Helens Road, Swansea, SA14DQ. Option of hybrid working from home (minimum 1 day a week in the Skylight) with the ability to travel across Wales and within the UK for training and meetings.
Contract
Fixed term up to 11 months (available as a secondment).
Diversity
We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities and backgrounds.
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