- YouthLink Scotland
- Vacancies
- Policy and Campaigns Manager
The Policy and Campaigns Manager plays a vital role in supporting young people to lead bold and impactful campaigns on the issues that matter to young people in Scotland.
- Organisation: Scottish Youth Parliament (SYP)
- Job title: Policy and Campaigns Manager
- Contract: Full-time (35 hours per week) - with flexibility for evening and weekend work. Fixed term (to end of April 2027)
- Location: SYP Office Edinburgh/Hybrid
- Closing date: 2 November, 2026
- Salary: £35,464 to 40,063 (applicants would generally start at the beginning of the scale)
SYP provides a national platform for young people to discuss the issues that are important to them, and campaign for changes to the nation that they live in. We support our members in their work by training them, supporting their personal development, and empowering them, using a youth work ethos.
The Policy and Campaigns Manager plays a vital role in supporting young people to lead bold and impactful campaigns on the issues that matter to young people in Scotland. The postholder will lead the planning and delivery of SYP’s campaigning and influencing activities, ensuring that young people’s priorities are translated into effective campaigns, clear communications and meaningful opportunities to influence decision-makers.
The Policy and Campaigns Manager provides line management support for officers within the Policy and Public Affairs team and contributes to wider organisational planning and delivery as a member of SYP’s Managers Forum.
If you are passionate about amplifying young people’s voices and have the skills to support young people’s meaningful participation in decision-making, we would love to hear from you.
Applications close at 9am on 2nd November. Interviews will be held on 9th or 11th November in person at our Edinburgh offices.
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Policy and Campaigns Manager employer: YouthLink Scotland
LGBT Youth Scotland is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for individuals passionate about making a difference in the community. With flexible working arrangements from home and opportunities for personal and professional growth, employees can thrive while contributing to meaningful fundraising initiatives that empower LGBTQ+ youth across Scotland.
