Job Title: Parliamentary Engagement Officer
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, with some flexibility required)
Contract: Fixed-term for 3 years, with potential for extension subject to future funding
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Location: Home-based within the UK, with regular travel to Westminster and occasional travel to other UK parliaments
Candidates should be able to travel to London regularly in a practical and cost-effective way.
Closing date: 12:00 Wed 13th May 2026
Interviews: 19-20 May 2026
Full role profile: Parliamentary Engagement Officer role profile
Application link: https://tinyurl.com/PEO-Application
About the Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN)
The Nature Friendly Farming Network is a UK-wide, farmer-led organisation working to restore the balance between farming and nature.
We support farmers by sharing practical knowledge, resources and case studies that help boost food production, protect wildlife, and build climate resilience.
We influence policy to secure fair rewards for farmers who look after the environment, and we connect thousands of like-minded farmers across the UK through knowledge sharing, events and campaigns.
Membership is free and open to farmers, the public and organisations.
Find out more at nffn.org.uk.
About the role
We are looking for a Parliamentary Engagement Officer to strengthen our engagement with policymakers across the UK.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of farming, environment and policy. You will play a key role in ensuring that farmer experience and evidence are reflected in parliamentary discussions, helping to shape conversations that impact the future of farming.
Working directly with the Chief Executive and closely with the policy team, you will monitor parliamentary activity, identify opportunities for engagement, and support timely and well-informed interaction with MPs, peers and their teams. You will also work across the organisation, including with country teams and farmer steering groups, to ensure engagement reflects priorities across all UK nations.
This is a practical, fast-paced role suited to someone who is organised, politically aware, and able to respond quickly to emerging opportunities.
Key responsibilities
Monitor parliamentary activity across Westminster and the devolved parliaments, identifying relevant debates, questions, committees and opportunities for engagement
Maintain a forward view on key parliamentary activity and upcoming moments of influence
Produce and circulate clear, concise briefings on parliamentary activity and recommended areas for engagement
Draft and support the submission of parliamentary questions, briefings and lines for MPs, peers and their staff
Build and maintain relationships with MPs, peers, advisers and parliamentary staff across parties
Support coordinated engagement with political stakeholders, ensuring activity is timely and aligned with organisational priorities
Work with colleagues and partners to support effective and aligned parliamentary engagement
Support relationships between farmers and parliamentarians, including organising farm visits and meetings where appropriate
Translate farmer experience and insights into clear and practical input for parliamentary engagement
Support the planning and delivery of parliamentary events, meetings and roundtables
Organise meetings with MPs, peers and advisers, including preparing briefings and follow-up actions
Maintain accurate records of parliamentary contacts and engagement activity, and support internal reporting
Contribute to campaign activity and wider organisational work where required
What we are looking for
You will bring:
A working understanding of how the UK Parliament and devolved legislatures operate, and how to engage effectively with those processes
Experience engaging with political, policy or stakeholder environments
Strong writing skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise briefings and summaries
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
The ability to manage competing priorities and respond quickly to emerging opportunities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships
The ability to translate complex or real-world information into clear, practical input
Confidence working independently in a remote team environment
An interest in farming, environmental issues or public policy
Additional information
The NFFN is a politically neutral organisation. This role requires the ability to engage constructively with stakeholders across all political parties and UK nations.
How to apply
To apply, please complete the application form at: https://tinyurl.com/PEO-Application
If you require an alternative format or adjustments to support your application, please contact hr@nffn.org.uk.