Technology Policy Manager
Technology Policy Manager
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Job Description
Closing Date:
28/04/2025Group:
Online Safety GroupManagement Level:
Senior AssociateJob Type:
PermanentJob Description:
Please note that this role will close at 00:01 on Monday 28 April and therefore we advise getting your application by no later than midnight on Sunday 27 April.
About the team youll be part of
We are recruiting for two roles in the Technology Policy Team. This team helps to answer some of the most pressing questions relating to the impact of new and emerging technologies on online safety: In what circumstances is proactive detection of content necessary and proportionate Will the advent of generative AI tools make it easier for bad actors to create harmful content What are the best approaches to assessing and auditing algorithmic systems like age estimation technology and content moderation tools
The Technology Policy teams job is to help the Online Safety Group not just understand new technologies and how they interact with Online Safety objectives but also how they impact people and how they use regulated services. In doing so the team works closely with Ofcoms growing cadre of technology experts translating their extensive expertise into real world policy impact. The team also collaborates closely with other policy groups in Ofcom as well as other regulators ensuring that we pool knowledge and share best practice.
The purpose and scope of the roles
As a Senior Associate in the team you will play a pivotal role in helping Ofcom understand relevant technologies and generate evidencebased approaches to some of the most complex policy issues facing society. Working within the scope of applicable legislation you will develop and communicate coherent policy positions which uphold online services safety duties whilst taking account of technical limitations and proportionality concerns. You will ensure that policy advice is supported by persuasive reasoning and knowledge of the broader public policy landscape building consensus with internal and external stakeholders as you refine relevant regulatory outputs within your remit.
Your Key Responsibilities
Some of the key responsibilities for these roles include (but are not limited to):
Be responsible for the daytoday management delivery and development of tech policy workstreams working closely with the Principal leading the work
Work effectively flexibly and collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to develop policy positions
Ensure that outputs are designed and delivered on time and to an excellent standard
Lead crossfunctional networks and task manage others as appropriate
Articulate to internal governance bodies the arguments for and against different policy positions including your own recommendation for why we should take a particular course of action
Proactively communicate the latest evidence and positions to internal and external stakeholders including senior leaders. This could be via presentations short briefings research reports or other means
Build productive relationships with experts and thought leaders in the areas you oversee including from the worlds of academia industry civil society government and regulation
Contribute to the culture of the Tech Policy team and the wider Online Safety Group making it an enjoyable interesting and rewarding place to work
The above list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and the successful candidate will be expected to perform different tasks as necessary.
Distressing Content Material
Applicants should be aware that this role may include exposure to potentially distressing content and material and/or themes.
Ofcom is committed to safeguarding our colleagues who undertake this type of work. We endeavour to reduce exposure to distressing content material and/or themes wherever possible. Where this isnt possible we control the risk by ensuring that colleagues who are exposed to DCM are appropriately protected and supported. We offer a range of tailored support options psychological screening assessments and access to specialist therapeutic support where required.
The skills knowledge and experience youll need for success.
Executing plans A track record of independently designing overseeing and executing projects on time and to an outstanding standard
Articulating ideas Experience of drafting high quality written outputs (e.g. policy papers) that are robust accessible and evidenceledand excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical legal and policy concepts to a variety of specialist and nonspecialist audiences
Forming relationships Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to work across organisational boundaries building trust and driving collaboration across diverse teams and disciplines
Building solutions Sound judgement and the ability to weigh up the available evidence to make smart and sensible recommendations in line with Ofcoms strategic priorities
Empowering development Experience of task managing others and fostering colleagues development
Enthusiasm for tech policy A keen interest in and rich understanding of how relevant technologies are impacting policy objectives particularly around online safety
While no specific qualifications are required for these roles candidates with deep knowledge of tech issues relevant to online safety such as algorithmic assessment encryption or generative AI are particularly encouraged to apply.
Ofcom has a clear mission: to make communications work for everyone. To be able to deliver on this we want our organisation to reflect the diversity of background experience upbringing and thought that exists across the UK. We aim to recruit from the widest pool of candidates possible no matter your social background ethnicity sexual orientation gender or disability.
Where positions are listed as fulltime we remain open to reduced hours parttime arrangements job shares and other flexible working options. From day one we champion flexible work arrangements to accommodate individual needs.
We also warmly welcome applicants who are returning to the workforce after a break for whatever reason. If you have taken time away and are ready to rejoin we look forward to reviewing your application.
Our recruitment processes prioritise accessibility and inclusivity. If you need information in an alternative format or have specific preferences please contact our recruitment team at or call 0.
As a Disability Confident employer we offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet essential criteria for advertised roles. Learn more about this scheme here. Experience:
Manager
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