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Policy Officer-Wales Based at home, situated across Wales including regular travel around the country and to the Senedd, Cardiff.22.5 hrs per weekFixed term post 2 yearsUp to £34,500 p.a FTE depending on experienceMake a difference for kidney patients in Wales! Are you passionate about influencing policy and driving change? Do you want to be part of a growing team making a real impact on the lives of people with kidney disease?We’re looking for a Policy Officer – Wales to help shape policy, build relationships, and advocate for better support and care for kidney patients. In this brand-new role, you’ll work for Kidney Care UK and Kidney Wales, engaging with policymakers, healthcare professionals, and those affected by kidney disease.You’ll spend time at the Senedd, building connections with local politicians and councillors, and ensuring the voices of kidney patients are heard loud and clear. With your knowledge of Welsh Government structures (or similar UK experience), you’ll help drive our campaigns and influence change.This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible difference, working flexibly in a supportive team. If you’re ready to champion kidney patients and shape policy in Wales, we’d love to hear from you!Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop or participate in work programs and undertake projects to explore policy issues under the guidance of the Policy Director of Kidney Care UK and the Managing Director of Kidney Wales.Support the research, development and dissemination of policy positions in Wales.Work with other team members to deliver events/reports or campaigns as neededKeep up to date with the policy department and charity work to avoid duplication and ensure good communications with our colleagues.Contribute to the newly created All Wales Cross Party Group. 2Undertake desk-based research involving data collection and the synthesis of information from relevant sources.Seek out opportunities for communications and influencing in the Welsh parliament, including the need for a kidney group.If you are interested in our job vacancy, please give us a call T: 01420 541 424 for an informal chat.Job Description