Job Description

Policy Manager

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £50,977 to £65,005 per annum (Depending on experience)

Job Type: Full-time, 2-year fixed term contract

The organisations mission is to make the internet a safer space for children across the globe. They tackle this mission head-on, working tirelessly to find and remove child sexual abuse material from the internet. Their goal extends further than eliminating online threats, they strive to influence global conversations and shape policies to create a safer digital space.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Policy & Public Affairs as the Policy Manager, you will be pivotal in shaping IWF’s policy positions and achieving real-world change through legislation, regulatory frameworks, and industry practice. As part of the Policy and Public Affairs Team, you will play a key part in their mission, using your expertise to drive meaningful change and ensure their voice is heard where it matters the most. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, children’s rights, and digital safety, with the chance to make a real impact on the lives of children worldwide. The ability to grasp new areas quickly, undertake research and a passion for the technical side of policy work will be key.

* Lead Policy Development: Be at the forefront of IWF’s policy and advocacy work creating and implementing evidence-based policy positions through robust processes, allowing us to leverage their expertise to make necessary changes to legislation and regulatory frameworks, both in the UK and internationally.

* Research and Evidence Gathering: Establish yourself as the go-to expert by gathering data, insights, and evidence from within IWF and beyond.

* Information Extraction and Communication: You excel at navigating a vast amount of research—from academic studies to reports from tech giants and child protection organisations.

* Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders, from the tech industry and regulators to NGOs and academic researchers.

* Strategic Influence: You will identify where IWF can have meaningful input and impact in policy discussions, ensuring they are not just part of the conversation but leading it.

* Support and Leadership: Work closely with the Head of Policy and Public Affairs, and the wider team, to meet IWF’s strategic objectives.

Skills and Qualifications

* Analytical Thinker: With your strong research skills and attention to detail, you can digest large volumes of information and distil them into actionable insights and concise briefings.

* Subject Matter Expertise: It is desirable to have an understanding of online safety, child protection, and tech regulation. You can quickly develop a high-level of understanding relating to policy issues and provide expert guidance on these matters.

* Effective Communicator: Whether it is drafting policy papers, delivering presentations, or engaging in video calls, you can communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively. You have experience of leading and delivering high-quality written outputs and can tailor your communication to suit different audiences.

* Stakeholder Engagement: You excel at building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring IWF’s voice is influential and respected.

* Strategic and Proactive: You are not just reactive; you are always looking ahead for opportunities where IWF can make a real difference.

* Collaborative and Curious: You are a team player with a collaborative and flexible approach, who enjoys working across departments and are genuinely curious about the evolving world of tech policy, online safety, and child rights.

Benefits

* Generous annual leave entitlement

* Pension scheme

* Life assurance

* Private health care

* Cycle to work scheme

* Employee Assistance Programme and more.

To Apply

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