Have you got what it takes to help National Trust Cymru make its voice heard? We’re searching for an external affairs professional to join our team and play a part in making a difference every day. You’ll work with colleagues across Wales to build strong external relationships with elected representatives and key stakeholders. You’ll help to shape our policy and advocacy work, organise flagship events, and provide external affairs advice and support to our property and consultancy teams. Virtual interviews are expected to take place on 30th January. If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact kate.reesnationaltrust.org.uk Crynodeb Oes gennych chi’r hyn sydd ei angen i helpu i ledaenu neges Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol Cymru? Rydym yn chwilio am unigolyn materion allanol proffesiynol i ymuno â’n tîm ac i chwarae rhan mewn gwneud gwahaniaeth bob dydd. Byddwch yn gweithio â chydweithwyr ar hyd a lled Cymru er mwyn meithrin cysylltiadau allanol cryf gyda chynrychiolwyr etholedig a rhanddeiliaid allweddol. Byddwch yn helpu i lunio ein polisi a’n gwaith eirioli, trefnu digwyddiadau blaenllaw, a chynnig cyngor ar faterion allanol a chefnogaeth i’n timau eiddo ac ymgynghori. Disgwylir i gyfweliadau rhithiol gael eu cynnal ar 30ain o Ionawr. Os hoffech sgwrs anffurfiol ynghylch y swydd, cysylltwch â kate.reesnationaltrust.org.uk Sut beth yw gweithio yma? Mae Gwasanaeth Ymgynghori'r Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol yn gartref i arbenigwyr ym mhob maes o'n gwaith. Gwasanaeth ymgynghori cenedlaethol, lle rhennir adnoddau ar draws disgyblaethau a ffiniau, sy'n profi i fod yn gronfa werth chweil o sgiliau, doniau a phrofiadau. Bydd amrywiaeth ac ansawdd yr arbenigwydd o fewn y Gwasanaeth Ymgynghori yn galluogi ein heiddo a lleoedd i elwa o ystod ryfeddol o feddylfryd creadigol ac arloesol. Gan fod y swydd hon yn cwmpasu Cymru gyfan, eich lleoliad gwaith cytundebol fydd y swyddfa ymgynghori Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol agosaf at eich cartref. What you'll be doing Working as part of the External Affairs, Marketing and Communications team, this role will be instrumental in shaping how National Trust Cymru is seen in Wales and the wider world. Collaboration will be key, you’ll work with colleagues across the Trust to help build strong relationships with politicians, key stakeholders and decision makers in Wales. This will include supporting our consultancy and property colleagues with stakeholder engagement, monitoring and advising on the external environment, and helping to promote understanding of the Trust and our cause to external audiences. You’ll be highly organised and an experienced communicator with the ability to work at pace. You’ll be responsible for developing tailored advocacy plans that champion nature, climate and culture – from producing policy briefings, contributing to external consultations and coordinating engagement, to delivering events such as our presence at party conferences, the Royal Welsh Show and National Eisteddfod. This role will include line management of an Events Coordinator and External Affairs Officer. Please see role profile for further details. Please complete the attached Welsh Language Competency Assessment and upload this alongside your cover letter and CV. Who we're looking for We’d love to hear from you if you’re: highly experienced in external affairs, and in understanding the political and policy landscape a critical thinker, adept at thinking long term a skilled communicator, who can build strong relationships within diverse teams, both internally and externally a flexible thinker and problem-solver, skilled at negotiating and building productive networks proactive and organised, with experience of managing projects and a talent for multi-tasking The package The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places