The North Warwickshire and Bedworth Conservative Association seeks to hire a Campaigns and Communications Officer on a freelance basis. This part-time role will require flexibility, including availability for weekend and evening commitments. The successful candidate will oversee all campaigns and communications activities for the association.

Responsibilities will include:

• Monitor media coverage, liaise with media, prepare press releases as required.
• Overseeing and managing the Association’s social media channels, using a range of creative content including graphics and videos.
• Manage and update content on the Association’s Bluetree website.
• Produce a regular newsletter for members.
• Develop and execute a plan for constituency-based campaign activities.
• Produce a range of local campaign literature including leaflets and posters.
• Drive an ongoing voter contact programme, including phoning and door-to-door canvassing.
• Support the organisation of fundraising and social events.
• Work closely with the local MP and Councillors.

Skills and specifications needed:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Applicants will be highly organised and capable of juggling multiple priorities and reacting at short notice.
• Good knowledge of relevant IT software, including Microsoft Office and video/photo editing software such as Canva.
• Reliable, approachable, and adaptable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience of producing graphics and videos for social media.
• Candidates should be sympathetic to the aims and values of the Conservative Party.