Organiser, Teignbridge & Torbay Liberal Democrats

Split between, Torbay and Teignbridge / Newton Abbot

The successful candidate for this role will be a motivated self-starter.
Strong interpersonal, problem-solving and organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload is essential.
Flexible working hours and conditions – requires some evening and weekend work

We are looking for passion and commitment and we are open to taking on someone without previous political campaigning experience

Responsibilities

• Organise the local party resources for election campaigns
• Work with campaign teams, local execs and PPCs to create and deliver campaigns within budget
• Manage, direct, enlarge and support a volunteer base
• Work with Councillors and PPCs to design, create, artwork, produce and organise delivery of direct addressed letters, leaflets, newspapers, street letters and social media campaigns
• Ensure all external communications follow legal, policy and style guides and are checked for errors
• Help Councillors and PPCs maximise Press coverage
• Monitor and manage party level Social media accounts and websites
• Plan and manage in-person and virtual events
• Organise and carry out Fundraising campaigns
• Communicate regularly with members
• Maintain the running of the Liberal Democrat office
• Behave in a manner true to our values and seek to deliver our mission
• Use a database effectively for campaigning purposes

Essential Skills

• Computer literacy and use of databases
• Design and artwork skills to create distinctive, readable and visually attractive literature
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including copy and press releases
• Strong ability to organise multiple work-streams, and manage demanding workloads
• Have a full driving license and access to a car

Desirable Skills

• Familiar with Liberal Democrat policy
• Fundraising and financial control
• Working with volunteers, even better if it’s been building volunteer teams and activist networks