TB Policy Specialist
Salary: c.£40,000 dependant on experience
Location: Somerset preferred. Were flexible on location for the right candidate. The successful candidate must be able to travel to Taunton four days per month.
Working Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
The National Farmers Union (NFU) is the biggest farming organisation in the UK. We're proud to make a difference for all our members, by shaping attitudes towards British farming and leading the charge on a range of major issues, from climate change and food standards to rural crime and broadband rollout.
Purpose of the role & how you will contribute:
As TB Policy Specialist, your part in the NFUs strategic ambition to eradicate bovine TB will be developing, delivering and championing bTB policy. Working under the direction of the TB Group Lead, youll influence government, agencies, industry partners and NGOs, support the bTB Policy Advisory Group, and ensure members interests are at the heart of policy. Youll lead on clear, timely communications so NFU representatives and members are informed, engaged and equipped to act on bTB issues.
What youll bring:
Youll be educated to degree level in an agriculture-related discipline or have equivalent working experience, along with knowledge of bTB policy and effective partnership ...