Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer - Devolved Nations

Location: Home based within commuting distance of either Edinburgh, Cardiff or BelfastSalary: £32,750 per annum  Hours: 35 hours per weekClosing date: Monday 18 May 2026 at midnightInterview date: week commencing 25 May 2026 over video with possible second stage in person week commencing 1 June 2026This is a full time fixed-term position for one year (with possible extension subject to funding).Who we are looking for Breakthrough T1D is the UK’s leading type 1 diabetes charity, dedicated to funding research, advocating for change, and supporting the T1D community. A year into our exciting rebrand from JDRF to Breakthrough T1D, we’re looking for a Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer – Devolved Nations to help us build on this momentum.The role of the Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer - Devolved Nations is vital to achieving our UK-wide advocacy mission: to reduce health inequalities in type 1 diabetes, to widen access to type 1 diabetes treatments and technologies and to ensure that people with type 1 get access to emerging new treatments and future cures in the devolved nations.You will lead on projects with key stakeholders and high-level Parliamentarians, such as our access to treatments and early detection work, as well as people with type 1 diabetes, policy makers and researchers. You will help to deliver Breakthrough T1D’s influencing plans, improving access to and choice of type 1 diabetes treatments and technology in the devolved nations.Experience requiredExperience of working successfully with politicians, their offices, Government departments, and other public affairs audiences to influence policy and to influence public/stakeholder discourse Experience of leading public affairs delivery in one of more of the devolved nations Experience in analysing Government policy in-depth and creating policy briefings  Experience of drafting briefings, reports and policy submissions Experience of communicating across a range of parliamentary and professional stakeholders at all levels Demonstrable knowledge, interest and experience of working in a public affairs and policy-based environment Experience of organising stakeholder events Find out moreFor further information please view the full job description here.​To arrange an informal and confidential chat about the role please contact the HR team at hr@breakthrought1d.org.uk.About Breakthrough T1DBreakthrough T1D is the world’s leading charitable research funder into type 1 diabetes, improving lives until we find the cure. We are dedicated to our 400,000 strong type 1 community in the UK and work closely with our international affiliates across the world, including the US, Canada and Australia.You will find a vibrant atmosphere and spirited team at Breakthrough T1D, always striving to make a difference to people living with type 1.Employee benefitsAs an employer we offer:Hybrid working arrangementsFlexible working and will consider compressed hoursGenerous annual leave entitlement – 25 days per year plus bank holidays for full-time staff with leave increasing after three and five years’ serviceHealth cash plan that allows you to claim for some treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy treatmentSeason ticket and cycle loanPension schemeFamily-friendly policies – maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave at enhanced ratesPersonalised training to suit your career aspirations and professional developmentBreakthrough T1D is an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age.Apply nowTo apply for the role of the Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer – Devolved Nations, please complete the form and include your CV and your cover letter.At Breakthrough T1D we do understand that AI (Artificial Intelligence platforms like ChatGPT) can be a useful tool for candidates to assist in applying for our roles. We ask that applicants do ensure their authentic voice is present, and we look forward to seeing examples of your specific experience.