Senior Media Literacy Policy Manager
Senior Media Literacy Policy Manager
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Closing Date:
31/07/2025Group:
Strategy and Research GroupManagement Level:
Senior AssociateJob Type:
PermanentJob Description:
Please note that this role will close at 00:01 on Monday 18 August and therefore we advise getting your application in by no later than midnight on Sunday 17 August.
About the Team
This role is part of our Media Literacy team which forms part of Ofcoms Strategy and Policy Team.
Media literacy ensures that people can navigate content safely and flourish online. Ofcom defines media literacy as the ability to use understand and create media and communications across multiple formats and services. Media literacy therefore has a foundational role to play in Ofcoms overall mission to make communications work for everyone.
Purpose of the Role
This role is focused on supporting organisation to think about media literacy as it develops policy across all our regulated sectors especially online safety broadcast AI and digital inclusion. Therefore the post holder will be required to have a strong understanding of the policymaking process at Ofcom and in Government as well as the ability to work collaboratively and collegiately adapting to different teams styles.
This is a new role in a growing and ambitious team. We need someone motivated to make a difference through applying their own deep understanding of Media Literacy to inform our approach to broadcasting online safety and telecoms regulation. You will be responsible for coordinating policy experts across Ofcom to embrace the opportunities media literacy interventions can provide to deliver our regulatory responsibilities. You will also be adept at engaging with other organisations involved in developing Media Literacy policy including the Government and 3rd sector to contribute Ofcoms perspective and expertise. You will be supported at a senior level and will have talented people to line manage.
Were looking for a resilient team player who can spot creative opportunities and is bold collaborative and tenacious. Someone who is highly skilled at turning opportunities into impact by delivering through others.
Your Key Responsibilities
Develop an effective and impactful relationships with across three priority Groups (Online Safety Broadcast and Networks & Communications):
Collaborate with relevant OS teams to ensure we maximise the opportunities for media literacy to contribute to UK citizens living a safer life online. Initial focus will be user empowerment.
Collaborate with relevant BMG teams to ensure we maximize the opportunities for media literacy to contribute to UK citizens enjoying a media they trust and value following the recommendations in our Public Service Media Review.
Collaborate with relevant N&C teams with an initial focus on AI and supporting consumers through digital transitions.
Statement of Recommendations
Oversee delivery and communication of our first Media Literacy Statement of Recommendations to platforms and broadcasters
Be accountable for delivering the requirements of the Statement of Recommendations through OSG and BMG working to shared goals.
Develop future iterations of the Statement of Recommendations.
Three-year Strategy refresh
Contribute towards the second three-year strategy having due regard to the impact evaluation of the first 3-year strategy Ofcoms priorities and the requirements of the Online Safety Act
Support the delivery a plan to ensure the consultation process is inclusive by design and delivery Support final strategy publication
Leadership
Coach and support team members to develop their policy skills and impact
Pro-activity identify opportunities to partner internally and externally on media literacy policy development.
Line mange media literacy team members and S&P team members
Lead awareness-raising of media literacy as a key outcome which supports consumers ability to thrive online and as a powerful toolkit to deliver other regulatory goals.
Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the latest Media Literacy best practice from across the sector and demonstrate thought leadership in contributing to media literacy policy.
The skills knowledge and experience you will need for success
Forming Relationships: Strong relationship-development skills and credibility within Ofcom
Developing Policy: Experience in successfully developing policy across teams and or groups
Harmonising Work: Work effectively with others creating an honest team environment and sharing valuable information and resources.
Owning Accountabilities: Being proactive take responsibility for your actions decisions and their outcomes. Show up reliably and commit to getting the job done.
Articulating Ideas: Strong written communications skills including email writing and editing;
Trailblazing Ideas: A creative and open mind; to solve problems and bring people with you
Executing Plans: Strong organisational skills accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to effectively prioritise workload and react to changing priorities. Work as a team player.
Empowering Others: Support others in growing their skills and strengths. Empower them with guidance and let their potential shine.
Experience of using Microsoft Office Outlook Word Excel and Powerpoint and Teams.
Inclusivity Statement
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 full-time we remain open to reduced hours part-time 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 adjustments information in an alternative format or prefer to apply in a different way please contact us at or call 0.
As a Disability Confident Leader 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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