Public Affairs Officer at British Red Cross

What will a day in the life of a Public Affairs Officer involve?

• Building relationships with MPs and peers across political parties to support engagement on humanitarian issues.
• Drafting and sharing briefings for parliamentary business and meetings.
• Coordinating responses to parliamentary activity and suggesting proactive engagement opportunities.
• Working with policy teams to ensure public affairs activity supports evidence-based policy goals.
• Organising and delivering events that amplify voices from communities and the Red Cross Movement.
• Collaborating with communications and media teams to align messaging and maximise impact.

To be a successful Public Affairs Officer , what will you need?

• A strong understanding of how the UK Parliament and Government operate.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering public affairs strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailored to parliamentary audiences.
• Confidence in organising impactful events and managing multiple projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and build effective relationships.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and promoting diversity in all aspects of work.