About us
Public policy engagement is central to STEaPP's mission and mandate. STEaPP's Policy Impact Unit (PIU) was established in 2018 to increase the use of the world-class research produced by UCL Engineering researchers in the policymaking process. UCL STEaPP is seeking to appoint a Policy Adviser to work as part of the PIU, assisting academics in achieving real-world impact both nationally and internationally.
About the role
The successful applicant will act as Policy Adviser for the Revolutionising Online Safety project as part of the Gender and Tech Research Group, alongside projects focused on Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technologies and Semiconductors and other critical technologies. This will include developing policy engagement strategies, drafting influential policy briefs and reports, managing and nurturing stakeholder relationships and delivering engaging events that bring policy makers and academics closer together.
About you
The post holder will have substantial experience working in or with the UK policy community, and experience engaging and influencing UK-based policy makers. To understand the policy landscape and be able to develop and implement strategic policy engagement plans is important. Excellent communication skills are essential, as is stakeholder management and experience of project management and administration in a complex environment.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are: 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan, On-Site nursery, On-site gym, Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay and Employee assistance programme.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, to being a place where we all belong and to ensure a safe, welcoming and inclusive working environment for all. Our department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality. We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within UCL at this level.
Desired Skills and Experience
With experience of working closely with both policymakers and academics the post holder will have a background of working in complex policy environments, drafting policy briefs, organising events and working in a complex environment.