Policy Impact Manager

University of Oxford - Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy and Evidence Centre, Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities

Location:	Oxford
Salary:	£39,424 to £47,779 pro rata. Grade 7
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 23rd February 2026
Closes: 6th March 2026
Job Ref: 185009

Location: Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG

Contract type: Fixed Term until 31 March 2027

Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week), part time will be considered with a minimum of 0.8 FTE

About us

The Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy and Evidence Centre (PEC) is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Policy Impact Manager to join its policy impact team at the University of Oxford.

The PEC was established to bridge the gap between research and policymaking in the field of modern slavery and human trafficking, taking a human rights-based approach. Now part of Oxford’s Humanities Division and the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, the Centre has an ambitious vision to expand its influence across modern slavery and wider human rights policy.

The role

Working closely with the Policy Impact Lead, you will monitor policy and legislative developments, identify opportunities to shape research agendas, and maximise the impact of the Centre’s research on public policy. You will build and maintain relationships with policymakers, including UK Government departments, and support engagement throughout the lifecycle of research projects.

The role includes producing accessible policy-facing outputs such as policy briefs and evidence submissions, advising researchers on policy engagement strategies, facilitating dialogue between researchers and decision-makers, and contributing to the development of research calls and funding proposals aligned with policy priorities. You will also support the monitoring and evaluation of policy impact and help ensure policy communications align with the Centre’s strategy.

About you

You will have experience working at the interface of research and public policy, with expertise in modern slavery or human rights and a strong understanding of UK policymaking processes. You will be highly research literate, an excellent communicator, and able to build effective professional relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Strong organisational skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.

Experience in policymaking, the third sector, impact evaluation, or engagement with people with lived experience of human rights violations would be an advantage.

Application process

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via the above 'Apply' button, where the job description and access to the online recruitment system can also be found.

For your online application, you will be required to upload your curriculum vitae and a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria for the post, using examples of your skills and experience. As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now.

For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to hr@humanities.ox.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 6th March 2026. Only applications received before this time can be considered.

Shortlisting will take place during the following week, and interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 16th March.

Please quote Vacancy ID 185009 on all correspondence.

Committed to equality and valuing diversity

Contact Person: Andrea Williams
Contact Email: hr@humanities.ox.ac.uk