Reference: 99905
Date Added: 4 August 2026
Closing Date: 24 August 2026
Job Title: Community Engagement Officer
Working For: Linsey Farnsworth MP (Amber Valley)
Location: Constituency Office in Amber Valley
Salary: £26039-£27500 pro-rata
Length of Contract: Permanent
Job Details
Hours: 15 per week (2 days)
Key Responsibilities
- Engage professionally, confidentially and with care and integrity with members of the public, through a variety of methods.
- Liaise and engage with external providers and suppliers as and when required.
- Liaise with government agencies, voluntary sector, and others to resolve constituency matters.
- Maintain positive on-going relationships with members of the public, organisations in Amber Valley and constituents.
- Manage projects within the community.
- Assist with arrangements for events – this may include venue research and bookings; compiling and managing guest-lists; liaising with suppliers; and providing on-the-day event support as required.
- Accompany the MP to constituency events and meetings and take minutes when required.
- Assist with surgeries and other meetings and follow up as appropriate.
- Research local, regional, or national issues to support MP's work.
- There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of the normal working hours and travel for work occasionally.
The ideal candidate will have:
Excellent organisation and administration skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Confidence using email and digital calendars and able to identify what needs routine handling or prioritisation.
Strong attention to detail
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
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: 24 August 2026
Interview/Start Dates
Interviews will take place week commencing 31st August
Application Details
Please send CV and covering letter to matt.allwood@parliament.uk
Website: https://www.linseyfarnsworthmp.com