An exciting opportunity to work with the newly-elected MP for Winchester, Dr Danny Chambers, and the Winchester Liberal Democrats. You will ensure Danny keeps in close contact with his constituents and WInchester Lib Dems remain a formidable campaigning force.

Full time role, 60:40 split between Dr Danny Chambers MP and the Winchester Liberal Democrats

Responsibilities as Constituency Support Manager for Dr Danny Chambers MP

Public engagement

• Assist with surgeries and other meetings
• Engage professionally, confidentially, with care and integrity with members of the public
• Take initial action on queries from members of the public

Constituency operations

• Assist constituents with casework
• Ensure records are kept and information managed confidentially and in line with legislation
• Liaise with Government agencies, voluntary sector and others
• Manage projects
• Research local, regional or national issues to support Danny’s work
• Develop knowledge in specialist areas

Responsibilities as Constituency Support Manager for Winchester Liberal Democrats

• Plan and deliver campaigns to deliver election wins
• Ensure all campaign activities are resourced, communicated and supported
• Write copy and produce designs and artwork for newsletters
• Liaise with local teams to ensure newsletters have relevant content
• Organise the production of materials to plan and budget
• Train and build volunteer capacity to achieve campaign objectives
• Deliver initiatives to achieve fundraising targets
• Ensure data is maintained and kept confidential, in line with legislation
• Maintain party databases
• Build and maintain volunteer delivery networks
• Deliver copy, photography and artwork to support communications objectives

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

Skills required

• Meticulous organisation and attention to detail
• Patience, empathy and good verbal communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly in a team
• Excellent organisational skills, able to prioritise and meet strict deadlines
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Creative eye for good photos and graphics
• Proficiency in digital communication tools, platforms and desktop publishing packages
• Experience working with volunteers or large teams
• Sympathy with the aims & values of the Liberal Democrats