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Policy and Events Advisor
Hours of Work - 35 hours per week
Annual Leave Entitlement - 35 Days (including public holidays)
Are you passionate about women’s equality and skilled at bringing people together? Do you excel at turning policy into action and making every voice count? Join the Scottish Women’s Convention (SWC) as our next Policy and Events Advisor and help us amplify women’s lived experiences at every level of Scottish decision-making.
About SWC
The Scottish Women’s Convention (SWC) works closely with women in Scotland to ensure that their voices are included across decision-making processes.
We engage with women across every community to ensure their views shape public policy, raise awareness of women’s rights, and hold decision-makers to account. Our vision is a Scotland where the lives, needs and rights of every woman are valued, protected and celebrated.
You must be an enthusiastic, highly committed person who welcomes challenges and has excellent communication skills. You will have a proven track record of working in a busy office environment as well as excellent IT skills. You will also have the ability to work on your own initiative and meet tight deadlines.
Role Purpose
As Policy and Events Advisor, you will:
- Research, draft and publish evidence-based reports, consultation responses, and policy briefings that put women’s voices at the heart of change.
- Gather and feedback women’s lived experiences, ensuring participants see how their contributions shape policy.
- Lead on planning, organising and delivering high-impact SWC events - from local focus groups to national conferences.
- Maintain our online presence - keeping the SWC website and social media channels fresh, accurate, and engaging.
- Act as SWC’s ambassador, building new networks and strengthening existing partnerships across the public, private, and third sectors.
If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact SWC Manager, Susan McKellar at:
Email - susan.mckellar@scottishwomensconvention.org
Phone number - 07736 966275
How to Apply
Please submit:
- One side of A4 cover letter outlining your suitability and enthusiasm for the role
- A current CV (max. two pages)
Closing date for applications: Friday 15 August 2025
Please send your completed forms to: info@scottishwomensconvention.org
Please note that this Post is exempt for women only under Schedule 9, Part 1 of Equality Act 2010.
