Campaigns Organiser and Press & Communications Officer

Salary: £24,000 - £26,000

Location: Dorchester, Dorset and homeworking

Days:

- 3 days a week as Press & Communications Officer for Edward Morello MP;

- 2 days a week as Campaigns Organiser.

It is expected that the appointee will work to assist evening and weekend activities by agreement.

Tenure: Full-time contract with 3 months probation

Responsible to: Edward Morello MP and the designated Regional Campaigns Manager

Closing date: Friday, 31st January 4pm

As Campaigns Organiser you will:

Communicate with all Members of the Local Party including the Member of Parliament and his staff, Councillors, Members of the Executive and ordinary Members.
To assist in the recruitment of new Members and Supporters.
To participate in the planning and organisation of fundraising campaigns and events.
To develop the Local Party website and the use of social media.
To promote the work of Local Party Councillors and the Liberal Democrats through the production of timely press-releases, campaign literature and media posts.
To plan and organise volunteer training.
Any other duties as reasonably required.

As Press & Communications Officer you will:

Develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies across multiple channels
Set up and manage the MP website
Help with drafting of local newspaper columns
Set up, manage, and draft weekly newsletter
Manage and update the MP's social media accounts and website content
Monitor and respond to local news and issues
Draft press releases, statements, and articles for local and national media
Monitor media coverage and respond to press inquiries
Create engaging online graphics and video content
Research local and national issues to support the MP's work
Assist with organisation and management of constituency events
Liaise with local journalists and build media relationships
Analyse social media engagement and produce regular reports
Assist with the MP's diary management and event planning
Attend events with the MP as required

Essential Criteria:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
Experience of working with press and media.
Experience of managing websites and social media
Strong copywriting abilities for various audiences and platforms
Proficiency in digital design, video editing and photography
Solid understanding of current political issues and parliamentary processes
Ability to create and execute multi-week, multi-channel communications plans
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a public-facing role
Proficiency in IT systems and social media platforms
Sympathy with the aims and values of the Liberal Democrat Party
Driving licence

Desirable Criteria:

Experience of working with volunteers.
An understanding of working within agreed budgets.
Experience of producing written reports.
Experience in political communications or working for an MP
Event planning and management experience
Understanding of data protection and handling sensitive information
Project management experience

Upon appointment you will be required to apply for security clearance, undertaken by the Security Vetting and Pass Office. See Members’ Staff Security Clearance page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Closing Date: 31st January 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 3rd February 2025

Application Details

How to apply:

● A full CV and including contact information
● A covering letter of no more than two pages setting out why you want the job
and how your experience and skills are relevant to it.
Email subject line “Application for Campaign Organiser / Press & Communications Officer - [Your Name]” Please email applications to Edward.Morello.MP@Parliament.UK

We will be reviewing applications as they come in and reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date
Please note: We will not be able to employ you if you are not eligible to work in the UK. We will not be able to obtain a work permit on your behalf. Applicants are encouraged to inform us if any reasonable adjustments are needed to be made during any part of the recruitment process. Please let us have details of your two referees including one from your current employer – if you would prefer us not to contact them until a later stage of the selection process, please let us know.