External Affairs Coordinator: Social Housing & Politics

Scottish Federation of Housing Associations; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated social housing organization in Glasgow seeks an External Affairs Co-ordinator to support political engagement, particularly leading up to the 2026 Holyrood election. Your role will focus on building relationships with new MSPs and influencing political parties regarding social housing issues. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and possess strong communication skills. This full-time, 12-month fixed term position offers a salary of £30,230, along with competitive annual leave and public holidays.

Benefits

29 days annual leave plus 10 public holidays

Opportunities to engage with politicians and public policy

Qualifications

• Strong interest in politics and public policy.
• Experience in engaging with stakeholders is a plus.
• Ability to monitor political developments and influence debates.

Responsibilities

• Support SFHA’s election campaign and build support for social housing in Scotland.
• Draft briefings to inform parliamentary debates.
• Engage with new MSPs on the importance of social housing.
• Assist with key Parliamentary events.

Skills

Attention to detail

Enthusiasm and willingness to learn

Political awareness

Familiarity with Microsoft software

Familiarity with Office365

Knowledge of Salesforce

Tools

Microsoft Office

Office365

Salesforce

Job description

A dedicated social housing organization in Glasgow seeks an External Affairs Co-ordinator to support political engagement, particularly leading up to the 2026 Holyrood election. Your role will focus on building relationships with new MSPs and influencing political parties regarding social housing issues. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and possess strong communication skills. This full-time, 12-month fixed term position offers a salary of £30,230, along with competitive annual leave and public holidays.