Apsana Begum MP is looking to appoint a Caseworker and a Communications Officer on fixed-term part-time contracts.

Applicants should have an interest in local & national politics, an awareness of the constituency & be sympathetic with the values of the Labour party.

Caseworker

Main duties include but are not limited to:

• Respond to constituents on casework issues, undertake research thoroughly and accurately, and draft correspondence, which reflects the Member’s views
• Log all cases, monitor progress and ensure identified actions are taken
• Analyse patterns of enquiries and produce reports
• Organise and attend surgeries and other meetings as appropriate
• Follow up on social media queries and comments
• Publicise the Member’s duties on Facebook and Twitter
• Retain records and information confidentially and in line with GDPR

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Previous experience of casework, ideally for an MP, as well as substantial experience working and dealing with the public 
• Knowledge of immigration, housing and the benefit system
• Clear and concise writing style and excellent interpersonal skills
• Broad knowledge of communications

Desirable Skills

• Relevant muliti-lingual or bi-lingual skills

Communications Officer

Main duties include but are not limited to:

• Proactive and reactive media management, building successful relationships with the media, dealing with press enquiries and providing support ahead of media appearances
• Lead on the Communication strategy
• Write speeches, press releases and articles
• Create content for use across social media and in campaigns
• Update the MPs website with regular news stories, articles, petitions and photographs
• Produce other ad hoc constituency communication materials as required

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Excellent written communications skills – must have experience of Press work, writing speeches and articles
• Knowledge and understanding of media handling techniques including social media and other online media
• Experience of website management and maintenance
• Political awareness both nationally and locally, and sound political judgement

We are keen to employ, and would welcome applications from, groups currently underrepresented in the Houses of Parliament.