Research Officer

at  Royal British Legion

WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN RBL’S INFLUENTIAL CAMPAIGNS, POLICY AND RESEARCH TEAM AS OUR RESEARCH OFFICER?

We are looking for a Research Officer to join our Campaigns, Policy and Research directorate. This busy team work with politicians, officials, and the wider sector to raise the profile of issues affecting the Armed Forces community, and lead evidence-based change to deliver better policy and services to address these issues.
As a Research Officer, this role will see you supporting RBLs role of designing, commissioning, and delivering research, analysis, and evaluation relating to the Armed Forces Community and the policy and practice that affects them.

FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT THE ROLE, PLEASE SEE OUR VACANCY INFORMATION PACK ATTACHED TO OUR DIRECT ADVERT.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
Closing Date: 26th September 2024
Interview Dates: virtual interviews to be held 10th and 11th October 2024
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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Reporting to our Research Manager, some key responsibilities will include:

• Engaging with teams across RBL to understand and coordinate research activity, share knowledge, and ensure research findings influence policy and practice
• Monitor the latest developments in research and data relating to the armed forces community locally, nationally, and internationally
• Identify gaps and opportunities for further development of research, evaluation, and data
• Design and deliver research activities, considering which methods are most appropriate and effective in different contexts
• Develop a network of close working relationships with key research stakeholders, for example in academic institutions, research agencies, charities, government departments, other public bodies, and the Armed Forces communit