This is a great opportunity to join the Eastleigh Liberal Democrats combined with working for Liz Jarvis MP. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to play a leading role in our team through a defining period of growth and electoral success.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take their first or next steps in a career in politics or campaigning. You need to be motivated, well organised and able to take on responsibility with a ‘can do’ attitude.

You will receive full training and ongoing support, working alongside some of the party's most experienced campaigners, councillors and our MP.

As Campaign Organiser you will:

• Build campaigning and organisational capability, including assisting with recruiting members and volunteers
• Manage and maintain the team of volunteers across all aspects of campaigning
• Organise and review the campaign plan
• Contribute to the literature planning including design, input to copy editing, proofing and approval, and arrange print and distribution of regular artworked leaflets, direct mail letters and emails to members, supporters and voters
• Plan and support fundraising, including campaigns and events

As Communications Officer you will:

• Produce press releases and liaise with media outlets.
• Establish, monitor and update a social media and online presence in the constituency.
• Produce online graphics, video content, and a regular newsletter.
• Closely follow local media coverage and issues that impact the MP’s work.

Essential skills:

• Well-organised and motivated
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence working with a diverse group of people in busy working environments
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision, self-motivation and able to manage your own workload
• Understand current issues within UK politics.
• Sympathy with the values and principles of the Liberal Democrats.
• Ability to be in Eastleigh Borough and travel around the area

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience of Liberal Democrat campaigns
• Experience in website maintenance and social media
• Experience producing high-quality graphics for social media and leaflets
• Experience of Liberal Democrat software, including Connect, Fleet, EventCube and Lighthouse.