Policy Officer

Are you ready to take on a role making a significant impact to the future of Medway Council and it’s residents? We have an exciting opportunity for a Policy Officer to join the new Policy and Partnerships department that will guide Medway Council through a pivotal period of transition under local government reorganisation and wider public sector reform.

This role will support a range of policy projects across the Council directorates in areas including, but not limited to:

• Transportation
• Waste Management and Environmental Services
• Children’s Services
• Health and Social Care
• Corporate services (including local government reform and devolution)

Political Restriction:

The post is politically restricted in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989, as amended by the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009. Staff are obliged to observe the restrictions on political activity as detailed under this legislation.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead policy development: Develop and support complex policy initiatives, ensuring Medway Council's voice is heard at the government level. Provide expert advice to senior leaders and elected members.
• Project management: Prepare programmes and projects, ensuring timely delivery and achievement of objectives.
• Policy documentation: Assist in producing comprehensive briefing papers and policy documents, facilitating the publication of guidance and reports.
• Stakeholder engagement: Collaborate with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, including Members, Corporate Management Team, external partners, and residents.

The people we are looking for:

We are looking for an experienced policy or project professional, preferably from within the public sector with a track record in designing and developing policies and change programmes that have brought about a successful change or outcome. The successful candidate will thrive in a varied and fast paced environment and be able to able to multi-task and work under pressure. You will need be an excellent communicator with highly developed organisational and project management skills.

Interested? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sharon Spicer, Principal Policy Officer: sharon.spicer@medway.gov.uk

The Successful post holder will be subject to a standard DBS check.

Interviews will be held in person at Gun Wharf w/c 15 December 2025

Finance and Business Improvement are seeking a Policy Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.

Important Information-

Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile

For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.

Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.

Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.