Policy Officer EO1 (Temporary to March 2027) in Lisburn

The Company

We are currently recruiting for an EO1 Policy Officer to join a busy policy team, supporting work across policy, financial inclusion, and wider UK and EU external affairs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in research, data analysis and policy support who is confident working with a range of stakeholders and producing clear, accessible information for both internal and external audiences.

The Role

The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering the organisation's policy work, with a particular focus on affordability and accessibility across Northern Ireland. The role will also provide support across wider policy areas, including reserved and devolved policy issues, the impact of EU Exit, household expenditure, online harms and emerging consumer trends.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of business objectives in line with the organisation's Corporate Plan and Forward Work Programme.
• Planning and supporting the commissioning and management of research projects with external suppliers.
• Supporting research activity in line with Northern Ireland public sector procurement requirements.
• Analysing and interpreting data and presenting findings in a clear, accessible and engaging format.
• Ensuring data analysis is accurate, robust and of a standard suitable for external publication.
• Supporting the production of reports, bulletins, infographics and other consumer-facing materials.
• Undertaking regular stakeholder engagement and horizon scanning to identify current and emerging issues affecting food accessibility.
• Conducting policy impact analysis of emerging markets and assessing potential impacts on consumers.
• Preparing presentations, briefings and speaking notes for senior staff ahead of external events, media interviews and internal meetings.
• Providing secretariat support to the North/South Consumer Organisations Working Group.
• Supporting wider policy projects and activities across the organisation as required.
• Building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contributing to the identification of emerging consumer issues and trends.

The Person

Essential Criteria Applicants must have:

• Experience of working on research projects, including the analysis and interpretation of data.
• Experience presenting research findings and data through clear, engaging and accessible written content.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to different audiences.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experience of project management or coordinating research and policy-related projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders while also managing tasks independently.

Package & Benefits

• EO1 level opportunity within a well-established public sector organisation.
• Belfast-based position.
• Opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of policy areas.
• Exposure to research, data analysis, policy development and stakeholder engagement.
• Opportunity to contribute to work directly impacting consumers across Northern Ireland.
• Experience working across both devolved and reserved policy areas.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced policy professionals and senior stakeholders.
• Professional and varied working environment.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, submit your CV via the application form provided. Alternatively, to speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please contact Zeena Jackson at.

Disclaimer

If you have a disability which means you require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us directly to discuss. Honeycomb is committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Please note, we are receiving an exceptionally high number of applications and will be unable to shortlist candidates who do not meet the specific requirements for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we may be unable to provide individual feedback. We thank you in advance for your understanding. This position is subject to a Basic criminal record check through AccessNI. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position.