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Exciting opportunity to shape global child policy as a Senior Public Affairs Advisor at Save the Children UK.
Overview
Salary
£61500
Location
London, UK - Hybrid
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Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
Save the Children UK works tirelessly to enhance the lives of children around the globe. They persistently aim to provide children with quality healthcare, education, and safety from harm, achieving significant results for millions, including those in hard-to-reach areas and crisis zones.
Role Summary
- You'll focus on political and public affairs for key strategic matters involving children's protection in crises, UK child poverty, and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.
- Your role will involve formulating and executing effective influencing strategies and maintaining strong ties with key stakeholders.
- You'll also work to ensure our advocacy efforts shape policy outcomes beneficial to children, and provide support for fellow colleagues and children and families in their interactions with policymakers.
Role Requirements
- A robust understanding of UK political systems and policy related to international development and humanitarian issues is necessary.
- Excellent in political analysis, risk management, and strategic advocacy, with experience in establishing relationships with high-level stakeholders and driving creative and influential lobbying efforts.
Application Process Details
- Review the job description and submit your application by no later than midnight on Sunday, 25th January 2026
- Earlier applications are recommended as the vacancy may close before the mentioned deadline if required.
Save the Children UK is seeking a strategic and politically-minded individual to join our team as a Senior Public Affairs Advisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is based in London, with the flexibility of remote work, requiring occasional office visits.
About Us: Save the Children UK is dedicated to improving children's lives globally. We strive to give children a healthy start, the opportunity to learn, and protection from harm. Our efforts persist in times of crisis, ensuring that children's needs are met and their voices heard. We deliver impactful results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.
The Role: As the Senior Public Affairs Advisor, you will lead our political and public affairs work focusing on key strategic priorities such as protecting children in crises, tackling UK child poverty, and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing high-impact influencing strategies, maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring our advocacy effectively shapes policy outcomes for children. You will also support colleagues and enable children and families to engage confidently with decision-makers.
Job Requirements: Successful candidates will have a robust understanding of UK political systems and solid expertise in policy related to international development and humanitarian issues. You should possess strong skills in political analysis, risk management, and strategic advocacy. Experience in building relationships with high-level stakeholders and delivering creative and impactful lobbying efforts is essential.
Benefits: Working with Save the Children UK offers not only a rewarding career but also a range of benefits that support your work-life balance and wellbeing. These include flexible working options, health and wellness programs, and a commitment to inclusion and diversity.
Application Details: Interested candidates should review the attached job description and submit their applications by the closing date of midnight on Sunday, 25th January 2026. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if necessary.
