Volunteer TRUSTEE – LOBBYING AND PARLIAMENTARY EXPERIENCE | Every Future Foundation - #1709030

The Trustee will play a key role in supporting EFF’s advocacy work to influence national education policies, build strategic relationships with policymakers, and ensure anti-racism becomes a priority within the UK education system..

What difference will you make?

The Trustee will play a key role in supporting EFF’s advocacy work to influence national education policies, build strategic relationships with policymakers, and ensure anti-racism becomes a priority within the UK education system.

What are we looking for?

Essential Parliamentary and Lobbying Expertise Experience engaging with UK parliamentary processes, policymakers, government bodies, or advocacy campaigns. Strategic Influence Ability to advise on lobbying strategies to achieve policy reform and systemic change. Networks and Relationships Strong connections within political, parliamentary, and public-sector spaces, with an understanding of how to leverage relationships for advocacy. Commitment to Anti-Racism Passion for racial justice and education equity, aligned with EFF’s mission and values. Strong Communication Skills Ability to represent EFF effectively with political stakeholders, offering clear, persuasive, and strategic advocacy. Desirable Experience working with organisations driving education reform, racial justice, or systemic change. Understanding of APPGs, parliamentary committees, and public affairs best practices. Policy-writing or public affairs expertise in areas such as education, equality, and inclusion. Commitment Term 3 years (renewable). Time commitment Approximately 4-6 hours per month, including attendance at 4 Trustee Board meetings per year (a mix of in-person and virtual). Occasional participation in parliamentary events, advocacy meetings, and policy-related activities.

What will you be doing?

Key Responsibilities Governance and Strategic Oversight Guide EFF’s Board and leadership on policy, lobbying, and parliamentary engagement. Support EFF’s Racial Equity in Education objectives and align with the 3-Year Strategic Plan. Champion the mission to eliminate institutional racism, leveraging political experience to drive change. Policy and Advocacy Support Advise on lobbying strategies, engaging with policymakers, committees, and government bodies. Build relationships with MPs, APPGs, local authorities, and education committees. Support campaigns, including with Citizens UK, and assist in drafting policy recommendations and submissions. Advocacy and Ambassadorship Act as EFF’s ambassador in parliamentary and policy spaces. Support the CEO and leadership in meetings with stakeholders to drive systemic change. Represent EFF at parliamentary events and coalition-building opportunities. Board Contribution Inform Board discussions with knowledge of political systems and processes. Offer support and oversight on advocacy activities and policy goals.