Job Advert: Policy, Technical & Communications Assistant
Location: Belfast, Antrim Road
Contract Type: Fixed-term, full-time for 12 months
Starting salary: £28,935 p.a.
Closing Date: Wednesday 10th June 2026
About the Role:
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Policy, Technical & Communications Assistant to join our team on a 12-month contract. Reporting to the Assistant Policy Manager, you will play a vital role across multiple teams, supporting real-time issues affecting the farming and growing industry while gaining exposure to policy development, technical work, stakeholder engagement and strategic communications.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the research and analysis of key policy and technical issues, helping to prepare briefings, summaries and reports
- Assist in monitoring policy and industry developments, ensuring teams remain informed and responsive
- Contribute to communications activity, including drafting press releases, website content and social media posts
- Support the delivery of campaigns and key messaging across policy and communications
- Assist with stakeholder engagement, including meetings, events and workshops with members, policymakers and industry representatives
- Provide support to committees and working groups, including preparation of papers and minute-taking
- Contribute to project work across policy, technical and communications teams, with opportunities to take ownership of specific tasks
- Work collaboratively across teams to support wider organisational priorities
- Provide general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the teams
- Be flexible in supporting other teams across the organisation where required
What You Will Gain
- Experience working across policy, technical and communications functions
- Exposure to key industry issues and decision-making processes
- Experience engaging with stakeholders and contributing to real-world outcomes
- Development of skills in research, analysis, writing and communication
- A strong understanding of the agriculture sector and policy landscape
- The opportunity to build a professional network across the industry
Benefits
25 days annual leave + NI public and bank holidays; car mileage for travel; cycle to work scheme; employee assistance programme.
Essential Skills & Attributes
- Have qualified or is currently undertaking a third-level qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. Agriculture, Politics, Public Policy, Communications, Environmental Studies or related field)
- A strong interest in agriculture, rural affairs, policy or communications
- Good research and analytical skills, with the ability to understand and summarise complex information
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Willingness to learn, show initiative and adapt to a varied role
- Access to a vehicle and a valid driving licence
- Knowledge of agricultural issues and policy
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV, a cover letter and monitoring form outlining your suitability for the role to recruitment@ufuhq.com referencing the job you’re applying for by noon on Wednesday 10th June 2026.
You can download the monitoring form and full job description below, please note the monitoring form is 2 pages.