ASSEMBLY COMMUNICATIONS, RESEARCHER, POLICY OFFICER

The successful applicant will build relationships with business, community and other groups in the constituency

• Drafting press releases.
• Updating/maintaining internet social networking media.
• Preparing newsletters/mailshots/publicity material.
• Establishing personal networks/attending conferences.
• Monitoring events in Assembly and ensuring MLA is fully briefed on potential questions and motions to be put to the House.
• Conducting research/providing research briefing.
• Developing knowledge in relevant legislation and policy.
• Drafting briefing papers.
• Liaising with think-tanks, government departments and agencies..
• Leasing on project work as required.
• Other duties as required in support of the MLA carrying out their Assembly duties.

Essential Criteria

1. Applicants must have previous experience in drafting press releases.  This must be demonstrated on the application form and will be tested at interview stage.  
2. Additionally, the successful applicant must demonstrate previous experience in drafting speeches and conducting research on a wide range of devolved policy issues to deliver written and oral briefings.

   Desirable Criteria

1. Minimum 1 years experience dealing with lobbyists and pressure groups. 
2. Minimum 1 years experience dealing with interagencies.
3. Previous experience relevant to the post within a political environment.