Policy and Advocacy Officer

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. • Strengthening 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. Why work with Southall Black Sisters? 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 ..... full job details .....