BEFS seeks to appoint a Head of Policy and Strategy to coordinate policy development initiatives.
This role involves leading on BEFS co-ordinated and strategic approach to policy and influencing strategic policy and legislation relating to the historic and built environment across Scotland.
The role requires a strong ability to demonstrate breadth of sector knowledge, particularly across policy frameworks. In addition, experience of the process of strategic policy and legislative development within Scotland, across the wider policy landscape and strong analytical skills, with an ability to distil policy information and stakeholder opinions, across a broad range of policy topics/disciplines in the built environment sphere is necessary. Knowledge and experience of the historic and wider built environment sector, including key stakeholders and lead organisations is a requirement.
Candidates should be highly self-motivated, able to work flexibly, balancing priorities as necessary. High attention to detail, with strong written and verbal communication skills, including facilitation experience and advanced use of IT packages including Office 365 and Adobe etc are essential.
BEFS expects all applicants to support the values, ethos and objectives of BEFS, demonstrating credibility and integrity, and proactively committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion.
What we offer:
1. Salary: £42,000 per annum depending on experience.
2. Permanent role, subject to organisational funding.
3. 37hrs per week with occasional evening events.
4. Home working with regular meetings in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
5. Benefits package including pension, flexible leave, and more.
Are you the right person for this exciting challenge?
To download the full job description and details on how to apply please go to: https://www.befs.org.uk/about-befs/vacancies/
BEFS is an equal opportunities employer. Please see our Fair Work and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion statements on BEFS website for more information.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon Friday 6 December
Location: East Lothian, Edinburgh City, Fife, Glasgow City, Midlothian, Scottish Borders, West Lothian
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