Campaign for Gender Balance Chair and Vice-Chairs

Job title: Chair and two Vice-Chairs, Campaign for Gender Balance (CGB)

Responsible to: the Federal Board and the Federal Conference

Salary: N/A; this is a voluntary role

Tenure: until the next scheduled appointment for a three-year term, due Q1 2029

Location: Some parts of this role may be conducted remotely, primarily using Zoom, with in-person attendance at the party’s autumn and spring conferences also required. Some additional in-person meetings may be necessary, typically held at Lib Dem HQ (66 Buckingham Gate, London), and attendance at in-person training events and similar activities outside of the conference may also be required.

Time requirement: time commitment varies, and can be intensive at certain points in the Political year.

Closing date: 12 noon on Wednesday, 4th February 2026

Introduction

The Campaign for Gender Balance (CGB) exists to develop and support women interested in standing for public office within the Liberal Democrats. 

Its principal aims are to increase the number of women Liberal Democrats elected to Westminster. Supporting those women in other elected positions across the UK who wish to stand at higher levels of government.

You will also have an important role in helping to deliver the party’s overall strategy set by party conference. 

CGB organises training including Inspiration Days and Future Women MPs' Weekends. CGB also offers approval mentoring for any woman interested in kick-starting their candidate journey along with specialist selection mentoring.

CGB works closely and has strong relationships with other Party Bodies.

These roles are appointed by the Federal Board. Candidates will be required to take part in an online interview with a panel of Board members. Further details of dates will be shared with candidates as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and supporting talented new potential women candidates;
• Build strong relationships with significant Party members, staff and Party Bodies;
• Attending the party’s Spring and Autumn Federal Conferences to provide training, including preparing materials ahead of that;
• Recruiting, training and supporting mentors on an ongoing basis;
• Working cooperatively with other parts of the party with responsibilities for membership, training and candidate matters; and
• Supporting existing women candidates who wish to stand at higher levels of government (e.g. a councillor who wishes to run eventually for Parliament).

Person specification

You must be a member of the Liberal Democrats and be able to demonstrate your affinity with the values of the party.

The Chair and Vice-Chairs of the CGB will be experienced in training and mentoring people from underrepresented groups.

A deep understanding of the party’s processes for candidates, from assessment through to campaigning, is desirable.

How to apply

The Liberal Democrats are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from candidates from all walks of life.

For questions and further details, and to apply, please get in touch with the Company Secretary, Rachel Minshull, at: companysecretary@libdems.org.uk

Please apply by email, including:

• A 200-word manifesto in support of your application.
• A professional CV of no more than two sides of A4.
• A completed due diligence form. 
• A completed diversity monitoring form. 
• Please indicate whether you would be happy to be Chair, Vice Chair or either.

Applicants are encouraged to inform us if any reasonable adjustments are needed at any point in the recruitment process.

Applications will close at 12 noon on Wednesday, 4 February 2026.

If the Liberal Democrats employ you in any form, you should consult with your employer about potential conflicts of interest before applying for this role. 

The Party believes it is essential to foster equity, equality, diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We want our volunteers to thrive in an environment where everyone is welcome and supported to achieve their potential. It is important to celebrate what makes us unique and to feel valued, appreciated, and free to be who you are.