Your PrideYear after year, London's Pride celebrations bring people together in amazing ways. The connections and community we build lay the groundwork for a brighter, more inclusive future. Now's your opportunity to play a meaningful part of Pride in London.
Pride in London is embracing a renewed sense of purpose that resonates with everyone. We stand as a beacon to highlight ongoing challenges within the LGBTQ+ community, even amidst progress. Our roots intertwine the protest origins of Pride with the spirit of celebration. Our guiding values – Visibility, Unity, and Equality – drive every step we take.
Our incredible team is a blend of passionate staff and volunteers who champion diversity, inclusivity, and understanding. We hail from diverse walks of life, forming a vibrant community of change-makers. Our ultimate goal? To amplify awareness of LGBTQ+ matters and advocate for the rights that ensure equal lives for all.
With a diverse and dedicated year-round team of around 150 volunteers, we orchestrate Pride in London, the incredible event that unites us all. Your unique voice can contribute to the symphony!
Pride in London stands committed to truly representing every facet of our community. We celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our focus is on enriching the diversity of our volunteers, ensuring that Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled, Trans, and all communities are vividly reflected within our teams.
We invite you to join us and become part of Pride in London's journey.
YOUR ROLEAs Head of Public Affairs, you will be a crucial link between our organisation and key government stakeholders. Your primary focus will be on engaging with government ministers and city officials to advance the interests of Pride in London and the broader LGBTQ+ community. You will play a vital role in shaping our legislative environment and ensuring our voice is heard at the highest levels of government.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIESDevelop and execute our public affairs strategy
Build relationships with government decision-makers
Represent Pride in London at high-level meetings and events
Advise on policy issues and political developments
Monitor relevant legislative and policy changes
Collaborate on government-focused messaging and campaigns
Organise meetings and events with officials
Prepare briefing documents and presentations
WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE ROLEExperience in public affairs or government relations (3+ years preferred)
Strong understanding of UK politics and LGBTQ+ policy issues
Network of government contacts
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
Passion for LGBTQ+ rights and Pride in London's mission
ROLE DETAILSThis is a volunteer role.
WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM PRIDE IN LONDON:Be Yourself, No Masks!
Friendly Induction, Year-round Training
Lead on Board Level
New Professional Experience
Expand Network
Connect with Volunteers
Commitment to celebrating diversity and promoting inclusivity
Diversity & InclusionWe're proud of our diverse volunteer team who bring creativity, dedication, and a range of skills to make Pride in London extraordinary. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially women, Black people, people of colour, and those from trans and non-binary communities, to ensure our team reflects the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community we serve.
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