At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape and deliver strategies to promote justice for Black, minoritised, and migrant women.
- Company: Join Southall Black Sisters, a leader in advocacy and support for women's rights.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, hybrid working, enhanced pension, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with career growth and inspiring activism.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the fight against violence towards women and girls.
- Qualifications: Experience in policy advocacy and a passion for social justice.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The postholder will play a vital role in advancing Southall Black Sisters' (SBS) policy, communications and public affairs work. This includes shaping and delivering strategies that:
- Promote SBS's mission to end violence against women and girls (VAWG), particularly for Black, minoritised and migrant (BMM) women and girls.
- Influence public policy and legislation to secure justice, safety and rights for Black, minoritised and migrant women and girls.
- Strengthen the public voice and visibility of SBS through impactful communications and campaigning.
They will work closely with senior staff, partner organisations and stakeholders to ensure that SBS's policy positions, campaigns and services are effectively communicated, and that the lived experiences of the women and girls SBS supports are at the forefront of public and political discourse.
Southall Black Sisters is committed to providing a supportive working environment, where team members feel valued, empowered and safe. To that end, we provide an excellent package of employee benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Hybrid working
- Enhanced pension contribution
- Enhanced sick pay
- Subsidised public transport season ticket
- A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including access to confidential support from MBACP therapists
- Clinical supervision with an MBACP therapist to explore issues arising from casework
- A focus on continued learning and development through accredited training delivered by experts in their field
- Organisation-wide away days
- Career development pathways and support
- The opportunity to learn and grow within an organisation renowned for inspiring political activism and campaigning successes
- Employer eye care scheme
To Apply: Submit a completed application form along with the optional equal opportunities monitoring form by the application deadline. Please do not send us your CV as this will not be considered. Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered.
Policy and Advocacy Officer in London employer: Southall Black Sisters
Southall Black Sisters is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and empowering work environment for its team members. With a strong focus on employee well-being, the organisation offers generous benefits such as hybrid working, enhanced sick pay, and comprehensive training opportunities, all while championing the rights of Black, minoritised, and migrant women and girls. Joining SBS means being part of a passionate team that values your contributions and encourages personal and professional growth in a mission-driven setting.
