About us
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it.
Location
South Wales, 163 St Helens Road, Swansea, SA14DQ. Option of hybrid working from home (minimum 1 day a week in the Skylight) with the ability to travel across Wales and within the UK for training and meetings.
Contract & Salary
Fixed term up to 11 months (available as a secondment). Salary £57,452 per annum.
About the role
As Head of Policy and Communications in Wales you will lead a team working across policy, public affairs and communications to deliver the changes needed to address homelessness in Wales. After the formation of a new government in Wales, this role will work closely with politicians, government officials, sector leads, and people with lived experience of homelessness to ensure Crisis's goal of ending all forms of homelessness in Wales is a priority and bring about the changes needed to meet this goal.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team across policy, public affairs and communications.
- Work with politicians, government officials, sector leads, and lived experience stakeholders to influence policy.
- Ensure the goal of ending all forms of homelessness in Wales is a priority.
- Advocate and promote Crisis's mission through strategic communications.
- Build and maintain stakeholder relations.
- Act as spokesperson and communicate policy matters clearly.
Qualifications
Excellent knowledge and experience of developing and securing policy change at a national government level, raising the profile of an organisation through advocacy and strategic communications. Ideally you have experience across policy, public affairs and media work and excel at building stakeholder relations. Experience as a spokesperson and ability to communicate policy matters in a simple, concise way. Understanding and knowledge of developing policy influenced by frontline staff and people with lived experience.
Benefits
- A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days' annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave
- Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
- And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Our values: Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable are at the heart of everything we do.
We believe diversity is a strength, and we aim to make sure Crisis reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards a place where everyone can thrive and contribute to our mission of ending homelessness. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and from all marginalised groups, communities and backgrounds.
