Policy and Research Adviser – UK Girls’ Rights

Plan International UK is a global children’s charity striving for an equal world. One where every child can reach their full potential and every girl can choose her own future.

We bring people together to protect children’s rights and keep girls safe, in school and in control of their bodies – even when disaster strikes. And we won’t stop until we are all equal.

The Policy, Campaigns and Youth Unit is a dynamic and agile team that brings together our policy, advocacy, campaigning and youth engagement work to influence change for girls’ rights and gender equality globally and in the UK. This Policy and Research Adviser – UK Girls’ Rights role will work to develop and deliver credible and influential research, policy and advocacy strategies and activities as part of our youth-centred Influencing strategy to deliver change for and with girls in the UK.

Please note, this role is not eligible for sponsorship and therefore we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 04 January 2026

First-round interviews will take place on Friday 16 January 2026

Second-round interviews will take place on Thursday 22 January 2026

We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people and adults in our work. We, therefore, apply rigorous recruitment and selection processes to ensure that only those who are suitable are recruited to work for us. Accordingly, appointment to all our roles is subject to a range of vetting checks and for this role this will include a Basic Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working for us; this will depend on the circumstances of any offences.

Plan International UK is committed to being an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.