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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: KG STRATEGIES KG Strategies is a small Northern Ireland-based consultancy specialising in stakeholder engagement and public consultation, working primarily with public bodies and organisations delivering public services. The Policy Support Officer will support research, policy analysis, and consultation-related work across the business. The role will give the participant practical experience in public policy research, consultation standards, and evidence-based decision-making, while contributing to the development of Consult Hub, a new digital platform designed to improve public understanding of and participation in consultations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out structured desk research on public consultation policy, legislation, guidance, and best practice relevant to public services.
• Summarise research findings into short briefing notes, evidence summaries, and internal working documents.
• Support the development of consultation standards, frameworks, and guidance materials used by KG Strategies in its consultancy and training work.
• Assist with preparing content for Consult Hub, such as policy explainers, checklists, templates, and background guidance written in plain English.
• Gather and organise evidence and reference materials to support evaluation, options appraisal, and tender submissions.
• Maintain research records, source libraries, and reference lists in an organised and accessible way.
• Support report preparation through proofreading, formatting, and basic quality checks.
• Assist with general project support tasks linked to stakeholder engagement and consultation work, as required.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Good written communication skills.
• Ability to carry out online research and summarise information clearly.
• Basic IT skills, including email, word processing, and online tools.
• Ability to follow instructions and work methodically.
• Willingness to learn and take feedback.

Desirable Skills

• Interest in public policy, public services, or community engagement.
• Interest in consultation, participation, or governance.
• Some experience of academic, policy, or report-based writing.
• Ability to organise information and work with documents or references.
• Interest in developing analytical and research skills.

Further Information

The Employer is: KG STRATEGIES JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information. Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.