Policy and Engagement Officer

Part-Time • 25 Hours Per Week • £19,565

Location: FWIN Office, Holywell Trust, Bishops Street, Derry~Londonderry


Application Deadline: Friday 15th August at 12 noon

Purpose of the Role

The Policy and Engagement Officer will lead on organising and delivering engaging events, workshops, and programmes that bring women together. These events will aim to reduce social isolation, build confidence, and promote inclusion within the community. The post-holder will also coordinate focus groups and consultations to ensure that women’s lived experiences inform local and regional policy. This includes feeding into strategic policy work through the Women’s Regional Consortium. In addition, they will manage FWIN’s membership database in line with GDPR and develop initiatives to grow and retain membership, strengthening a vibrant, supportive network of women across the North West.

Key Responsibilites

Programme Deliver

Plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging events and workshops tailored to the needs of women in the community.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Build relationships with women’s organisations, local council, and grassroots groups.

Community Engagement

Develop inclusive initiatives that reduce social isolation, strengthen confidence, and promote social inclusion.

Membership Development

Manage FWIN’s membership database in line with GDPR and lead initiatives to grow, engage, and retain members.

Policy Influence

Coordinate focus groups and consultations that feeds into local and regional policy.

Monitoring and Evaluation

Maintain accurate records, collect impact data, and contribute to high-quality reporting for funders and stakeholders.

Who We’re Looking For

You’re someone with experience in the women’s or community sector, a passion for social justice, and the ability to bring people together through impactful events and programmes. You’re confident facilitating conversations, gathering lived experience, and feeding it into local and regional policy. You understand the power of inclusion and connection, and you’re skilled at managing logistics, building relationships, and keeping things organised. You’re motivated, proactive, and committed to creating real change for women across diverse backgrounds.

How to Apply

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Job Description | Employee Specification | Application Form

Email your completed application form to catherine@fwin.org.uk by Monday 15th August at 12 noon.