Vacancy at The Muslim Council of Britain
Policy & Advocacy Volunteer
Salary
£ 0
Whitechapel, London
Vacancy listed
03/04/2024
Application deadline
24/04/2024
Details
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the MCB Press Office in media relations and outreach activities.
- Draft articles, reports, policy response and briefings on various issues affecting the Muslim communities.
- Assist in building and maintaining effective communication channels with parliamentarians and policymakers.
- Contribute to the development and execution of strategies to combat Islamophobia.
- Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, learning from their expertise and expanding your network.
- Supporting initiatives for betterment and promoting positive work of Muslims, engaging with Muslims at a grass-root level to making a meaningful and impactful change
Requirements:
- A deep interest in public affairs, policy-making, and lobbying.
- A commitment to promoting the rights and welfare of the Muslim community.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent time management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Higher education qualification or equivalent professional experience in Public Affairs.
Application Method
To apply please upload your CV and cover letter.
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, we currently do not offer visa sponsorships.
Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to each candidate individually regarding the status of their application. Candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted with details of the next stage.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including individuals of all faiths and none, to apply. The Muslim Council of Britain is an equal opportunity organization committed to promoting diversity and inclusion.
Benefits
You will be able to design a working pattern that suits you, your family, the needs of the job and the team, however you will need to consider that most of the staff remain based in London, and as a result, some travel into central London will be required in order to build and maintain those crucial relationships.
Notes
This is a volunteer position with the potential for a consultancy agreement dependant on performance.
Contract Type: Consultancy Agreement with own responsibility for tax/NI
Start Date: May 2024
Location: MCB Office in London Whitechapel E1