Head Of Policy And Campaigns

1 in 4 of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses.

Together we will be unstoppable. For more information go to www.scope.org.uk

The Head of Policy and Campaigns is a pivotal role as we seek to grow our movement for an equal future. You will lead the delivery of our influencing to achieve change with disabled people. You will be part of our leadership team that is driving Scope to be insight and impact led and, known for what we do. You will help us move to mission-based working, and true collaboration. Learn more about this role with this Link to Head of Policy and Campaigns recruitment pack

We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on Tuesday 31 December 2024.

The role

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The purpose of this role is to lead the development of strategies that challenge and change laws, business practices, and public perceptions, ensuring that disabled people are at the heart of everything we do. Working collaboratively with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders, you will oversee campaigns that inspire public action and foster a movement for change.

You will:

• Lead Scope’s policy, public affairs, and campaigns strategy to drive change for disabled people.
• Oversee the creation of impactful campaigns that influence policy, attitudes, and business practices.
• Represent Scope at senior levels, engaging with government, business leaders, and key stakeholders.
• Lead and develop a high-performing Policy and Campaigns team.
• Ensure disabled people are meaningfully involved in our work.

For more information about the role’s responsibilities, and the skills and experience required please use the link to job description above.

About you

To be successful in this role we are looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience shaping public policy and leading successful campaigns.
• Strong understanding of the social model of disability.
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams.
• Political acumen and ability to engage senior decision-makers.
• Excellent people management, delegation, and conflict-resolution skills.

Make sure to explain in your application, with examples, how you have these skills.

We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope’s values and our ambition of an equal future for disabled people.

Our values are being pioneering, courageous, connected, open and fair

By living our values and trusting each other, we give our colleagues freedom and space to be creative, push boundaries and change minds.

Disabled candidates

We are a disability equality charity and encourage applications from disabled people. We are dedicated to creating a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve. If you are disabled, have the skills, and or the experience to do the job, then we would love to meet you for an interview.

Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Disability Confident, Offer an Interview Scheme.

If you require adjustments through your journey with us, please email recruitment@scope.org.uk

Find out more about asking for adjustments at interview.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Equality and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We want to seize every opportunity to build a truly diverse and inclusive workplace.

We work hard to ensure that we are making exciting opportunities available to all, and everyone feels valued, heard and respected so that we continue to build a high performance, high engagement culture.

Scope benefits

We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible, hybrid and remote working options
• Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years
• Company pension
• Excellent training and career development
• Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+
• Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more.

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How to apply

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