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Reference: 99020

Date Added: 15 April 2026
Closing Date: 15 May 2026

Job Title: Campaigns, Volunteer and Support Officer

Working For: Chris Coghlan MP (Dorking & Horley)

Location: Dorking and Horley constituency, Party office in Dorking

Salary: £26,000 - £32,000

Length of Contract: Permanent

Job Details

In July 2024 Chris Coghlan was elected as the first Liberal (not just Liberal Democrat) MP for the area for over 100 years with 5.4k majority. We are now fast approaching the next General Election and it is our ambition to be ready to win again, to allow Chris to continue with the good work he has done as Liberal Democrat MP for Dorking and Horley. Politics is currently very turbulent with the rise of Reform, so this role of Campaigns, Volunteer and Support Officer for the Constituency will be crucial to make sure our campaign volunteer organisation is ready to fight and win before the General Election arrives.

Job description - key responsibilities
* Inspiring People: Recruit and manage a growing team of volunteers, ensuring they are well-supported and placed in roles that suit their strengths
* Leading the Ground Campaign: Lead volunteer teams in core activities, including doorstep canvassing, leafleting, and telephone sessions
* Campaign Delivery: Work with the core team to ensure the local campaign plan is delivered on schedule and with high energy
* Building Capacity: Assist local councillors in developing their own local volunteer teams and community presence
* Producing Content: Oversee and contribute to the production of high-quality, effective campaign literature
Person Specification - what we are looking for:
* A Positive, Proactive Approach: You are resilient, goal-oriented, and thrive in the fast-paced environment of an election campaign
* Strong Communication: You have the confidence to engage with a wide variety of people and the ability to motivate diverse groups
* Effective Organisation: You are able to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively while supporting volunteers and candidates
* Values Driven: You are sympathetic to Liberal Democrat aims and values and are motivated to win for Dorking and Horley

Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Closing Date: 15 May 2026

Interview/Start Dates

We will review applications as they arrive and reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

Application Details

One page CV and one page covering letter
Subject line: Application – Campaign Organiser, Dorking and Horley Lib Dems

Please email your application to bradley.nelson@molevalleylibdems.co.uk, or if you need more information email the same.

Website: http://www.chriscoghlan.org/

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