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Policy & Public Affairs Manager, LANDSCAPE INSTITUTE
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Overview
Do you want to influence policy to ensure that development works for people, place and nature? That the power of landscape to support communities, improve health, restore nature and make us resilient to climate change is understood by decision makers. To work with inspirational members who design, plan, deliver and manage landscapes to support people, place and nature? Join us and help us champion the importance of landscapes in supporting communities, people’s health.
Come and join us and work with members who are working on inspiring projects such as the London Olympic park, working to make National Parks more resilient.
Who We Are
Landscape Institute is the UK’s chartered body for landscape professionals and an educational charity committed to advancing the practice of landscape. Through the work of our members, we strive to protect, enhance and conserve the natural and built environment, creating places that benefit both people and nature.
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The role: Policy & Public Affairs Manager (Part time 21 hours) circa £45,000 pro rated
We are looking for a Policy and Public Affairs Manager to lead our policy and public affairs work in England and Wales, raising the profile of landscape and place within public policy and decision-making, and making the LI the ‘go to’ organisation for expert advice on strategic landscape, people, place and nature issues.
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key criteria for the role are, passion about policy, the environment, and influencing positive change in the built and natural environment.
Application process
To apply for the role, you will need to supply a full CV along with written answers for the following questions.
Policy & Public Affairs Manager
Describe a specific example of how you have influenced policy at a national or regional level. What would you prioritise in your first 6 months at the Landscape Institute to help make landscape-led development the default? What do you think are the potential opportunities and risks of using AI in policy and public affairs for the Landscape Institute?
The 3 answers shouldn’t exceed 750 words in total
Applications close at midnight (00:00 UTC) on Sunday 5th July 2026.
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