The Centre for Policy Research on Men and Boys conducts non-partisan research on issues that affect the well-being of boys and men across the UK and designs programmes and policies to help them thrive. We are the only national research organisation dedicated to addressing all of the issues affecting boys and men. It is a registered charity (charity number: 1215012).

Location: UK-based(hybrid)
Contract: Fixed term one year
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Reporting to: Director of Policy and Communications‍

Closing date: 1 March 2026

‍Role Purpose

The Events and Communications Officer will lead the delivery, and promotion of CPRMB’s events and communications activity, helping ensure that CPRMB’s research and policy work reaches policymakers, funders, practitioners, media, and the wider public. They will also act as Secretary to the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Men and Boys.

This is a practical, outward-facing role combining communications delivery, event management, stakeholder engagement, and content production, with a strong emphasis on professionalism, sensitivity, and policy impact.

Key Responsibilities

Events Management

●   Help plan and deliver CPRMB events, including:

○     Policy briefings and roundtables

○     Conferences and seminars

○     Stakeholder workshops

○     Fringe events at party conferences

○     APPG on Men and Boys meetings

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●     Manage event logistics: venues, speakers, agendas, registrations, AV, accessibility, and materials.

●     Coordinate speakers, partners, and moderators, ensuring clear briefing and smooth delivery.

●     Support hybrid and online events, including webinars and live-streamed sessions.

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Communications & Content

●    Deliver CPRMB’s external communications across digital, print, and stakeholder channels.

●    Draft and edit a range of content including:

○    News and announcements

○    Event promotions and summaries

○    Policy briefings and explainers(working with researchers)

○    Website and newsletter content

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●    Liaise with CPRMB’s professional PR and Social Media advisers.

●    Support media engagement, including preparing press notices, briefings, and reactive statements.

●    Ensure all communications reflect CPRMB’s values, safeguarding standards, and evidence-based approach.

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Stakeholder Engagement

●    Act as a key point of contact for event partners, speakers, and attendees.

●    Maintain and develop stakeholder contact lists and mailing databases.

●    Support relationship-building with policymakers, funders, community organisations, and partner institutions.

●    Represent CPRMB professionally at external events when required.

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Brand, Quality & Compliance

●    Maintain CPRMB’s visual identity and tone of voice across communications.

●    Ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection, and responsible communications guidelines—particularly on sensitive topics such as suicide and mental health.

●    Monitor communications performance(engagement, reach, attendance) and contribute to learning and improvement.

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Person Specification

Essential

●    Proven experience in a communications, events, or engagement role.

●    Strong written communication skills, with the ability to adapt content for different audiences.

●    Experience planning and delivering professional events.

●    Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

●    Confidence working with senior stakeholders and external partners.

●    Comfortable handling sensitive subject matter responsibly and professionally.

●    Commitment to CPRMB’s mission and values.

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Desirable

●    Experience working in policy, research, charity, or public-sector environments or in Parliament.

●    Experience supporting events at party conferences or similar high-profile settings.

●    Familiarity with digital communications tools (CMS, email platforms, social media scheduling).

●    Basic design skills (e.g. Canva, InDesign) or experience working with designers.

●    Understanding of UK political and policy processes.

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Skills & Attributes

●    Highly organised and reliable

●    Calm under pressure and able to manage competing deadlines

●    Collaborative and proactive

●    Professional and politically neutral

●    Sensitive and ethical approach to communications

●    Practical, solutions-focused mindset

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What We Offer

●    Opportunity to work on high-impact policy and research communications

●    Exposure to senior policymakers, funders, and sector leaders

●    A flexible, supportive working environment

●    A mission-driven organisation focused on improving outcomes for men and boys

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Terms and Conditions

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Working pattern

Full-time: 35 hours per week.

Hybrid: 2–3 days in the office (varies week to week). Office is in Westminster, Central London

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Annual leave

●    25 days per year, plus bank holidays

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Other leave

●    Sick pay: statutory minimum

●    Parental leave: Statutory maternity/paternity pay

●    Discretionary compassionate/carers’ leave

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Pension

●    A defined contribution scheme

●    Employer contribution 3%; Employee contribution 5%

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How to Apply

Applicants should submit:

●    A CV

●    A covering letter outlining relevant experience and interest in CPRMB’s work

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Address to Director, Centre for Policy Research for Men and Boys and send to:  contact@menandboys.org.uk

Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a short written or event-planning exercise.

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Closing Date: 1 March 2026

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