Barbara Keeley MP is looking for an experienced Policy Caseworker & Communications Assistant to join her constituency office in Walkden.

Key Responsibilities of this role include:

• Managing policy enquiries from constituents and drafting high quality replies
• Providing support with external communications & social media
• Drafting and designing content for Barbara’s website
• Editing video clips of Barbara’s contributions in the House of Commons and attendance at community and other events
• Producing and presenting high quality written reports and briefing notes as needed
• Supporting the constituency office staff with tasks including answering the telephone
• Other tasks as may be necessary to support Barbara’s work

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• An excellent grasp of written English
• Experience of drafting reports and letters
• Experience of managing a caseload
• Experience in using Microsoft Office software
• A working knowledge of applications including WordPress, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premier Pro and Veed.I0
• The ability to prioritise their own workload and to work to tight deadlines
• Experience of creating content for Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram and other platforms
• That they are proactive, organised, reliable and have sympathy with the aims and values of the Labour Party.

There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of the normal working hours and travel for work occasionally.