Policy Advisor Project Lead

Location: London (Hybrid Working)

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (5 Years)

Overview

Our client is seeking a Practice and Policy Lead – Climate Resilience to play a pivotal role within an innovative, multi-partner programme focused on strengthening climate resilience and emergency preparedness across the UK. This high-impact position sits within a collaborative programme funded through a significant long-term climate action initiative and brings together organisations working across equality, community resilience, emergency response, and social justice sectors. The successful candidate will act as a bridge between statutory resilience bodies, voluntary sector organisations, and equality-focused groups, helping to influence policy and practice at both local and national levels. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape how emergency preparedness and climate resilience frameworks better serve communities disproportionately affected by climate change. The ideal candidate will combine expertise in emergency planning, resilience, policy development, and stakeholder engagement with a strong commitment to rights-based and inclusive approaches.

Responsibilities

• Policy Development & Influence
• Lead policy development activities relating to climate resilience and emergency preparedness.
• Influence policy and practice at local, regional, and national levels.
• Develop evidence-based recommendations to improve resilience systems and emergency response frameworks.
• Monitor emerging policy developments and identify opportunities for strategic engagement.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Working
• Build effective relationships across statutory agencies, voluntary sector organisations, community groups, and equality-focused networks.
• Act as a key liaison between resilience practitioners and underrepresented communities.
• Facilitate collaborative approaches to improving climate resilience outcomes.
• Represent the programme at meetings, events, working groups, and sector forums.
• Support the successful delivery of a multi-partner climate resilience programme.
• Contribute to programme planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation activities.
• Ensure programme objectives are delivered in line with agreed outcomes and funding requirements.
• Share learning, best practice, and evidence across partner organisations.
• Equality, Inclusion & Community Impact
• Promote rights-based approaches within resilience and emergency preparedness systems.
• Ensure the experiences and needs of diverse communities are reflected in policy and practice recommendations.
• Advocate for equitable access to support, resources, and emergency response services.
• Contribute to creating more inclusive and resilient communities across the UK.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of emergency preparedness, resilience planning, emergency response, or related policy areas.
• Experience influencing policy, practice, or systems change.
• Understanding of statutory and voluntary sector resilience structures and partnerships.
• Experience building and managing relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Experience facilitating collaboration across multiple organisations or sectors.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion, human rights, and social justice principles.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within partnership environments.
• Experience working within climate resilience, climate adaptation, environmental policy, or emergency management.
• Knowledge of equality and human rights frameworks.
• Experience managing or contributing to externally funded programmes.
• Understanding of community engagement and co-production approaches.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Enhanced pension contribution scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative, values-driven environment.
• Exposure to influential national policy and systems-change initiatives.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Supportive culture that values both lived experience and professional expertise.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter outlining their interest in the role and demonstrating how their skills and experience meet the essential criteria. Our client is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected. Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds. Flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and employment to support accessibility and inclusion.