Policy Assistant

Job DescriptionThis is an exciting opportunity to work at COSLA as a Policy Assistant.COSLA is the voice of local government in Scotland.
As a Councillor-led, cross-party organisation we champion councils' vital work to secure the resources and powers they need.
We work on councils' behalf to focus on the challenges and opportunities they face, and to engage positively with governments and others on policy, funding and legislation.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of a dynamic and high-profile organisation at time of significant change and challenge.
The Policy Assistant post is a general policy one working within the Corporate team.For this role, as your experience develops, so too will your ability to take ownership of issues, applying your own personal initiative and drive to see matters through to a successful conclusion.
You can find out more about the work of COSLA via our website or from our Twitter page @COSLA The post is a fixed term for 1 year and will be based in COSLA's Edinburgh office, though currently COSLA staff are able to work from home and hybrid working will be offered.
Flexibility to travel will be required, mostly within Scotland, but may also include occasional travel to other parts of the UK.
How to applyApplications should be made through the myjobscotland website by 11:59pm on Sunday 19 January.It is anticipated interviews will be held in person on Monday 27 January.