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Contract: Fixed Term until Dec 31st 2026 and full time.
This opportunity has arisen in our External Affairs Team to support the Taskforce for Lung Health to deliver its ambitious programme of activity for 2026, working collaboratively with members and partners to deliver meaningful change for people with respiratory conditions.
Asthma + Lung UK is the only charity in the UK fighting for everyone with a lung condition, aiming for a world where everyone can breathe with healthy lungs. We fund cutting-edge research and provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime. We also campaign for clean air and for better NHS diagnosis and treatment.
The Taskforce for Lung Health (the secretariat for which is provided by Asthma + Lung UK) is a collaboration of the largest ever group of organisations and individuals who have come together, as a team, to improve lung health. Our primary goal is to elevate the importance of lung health within the NHS. The Taskforce has over 50 members including patients, carers, healthcare professionals, the voluntary sector and professional associations. An Industries Forum working alongside the Taskforce includes representatives from the pharmaceutical, diagnostics, devices and digital industries.
As the Policy + Engagement Officer, you will deliver policy and influencing work, produce high-quality evidence-based outputs and work in collaboration with Taskforce members and partners. You will implement the Taskforce’s engagement strategy, identifying and utilising opportunities to increase engagement and harness the potential of our collective voice. You will support the smooth-running of the Taskforce, acting as the first point of call for all enquiries, and providing administrative support.
To be successful in this role, you will have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, strong relationship management skills, and the ability to plan and prioritise your workload efficiently. You will have experience of developing robust policy positions and campaigning for policy change. You will be proactive and able to manage your workload independently, able to communicate complex issues to different audiences, and work collaboratively with a range of teams and external stakeholders.
As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), membership of a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free annual season Travelcard loan and pension scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation committed to being the driving force behind the transformation of lung health.
Interview timetable:
First interview and written test (remote) - 29th January 2026
Second round interview (in-person in our Aldgate office) - 2nd February 2026
Policy and Engagement Officer
The White Chapel Building, 10 Whitechapel High Street, Aldgate
E1 8QS
£34,000 to £37,000 per year + benefits and hybrid working
Permanent - Full-time
Posted 13 days ago
Closing date: 26/01/2026
Job reference: BK1465485ThePAEO
Documents
Policy and Engagement Officer Job Description.pdf
Policy and Engagement Officer
The White Chapel Building, 10 Whitechapel High Street, Aldgate
£34,000 to £37,000 per year + benefits and hybrid working