Campaign Organiser (York)

About the Role:

York Liberal Democrats are seeking a motivated individual to support our campaigners, councillors, and candidates, and help our team grow.

This is a permanent position, initially for 15 hours per week, with a view to increasing those hours in the run-up to the 2027 local elections.

Key Responsibilities:
 Build strong relationships with candidates and ward teams and work with them to ensure the creation of timely and impactful content for campaign literature, including photographs.

Help to deliver the campaign plan by:
 Recruiting, training, managing and mobilising members and volunteers
 Leading volunteer teams on campaigning activities (canvassing, poster sites, and delivery)
 Ensuring that volunteers add data to the online database (Connect) and enter data yourself where any gaps arise.
 Be responsible for the local party’s website, social media and member communications
 Assist with the printing and bundling of literature
 Use the Connect web platform to send targeted e-mails and maintain campaign logistics, such as walk maps
 Assist with fundraising activities
 Attend relevant conferences, training and other meetings as required

We are looking for someone who:
 Is a self-starter who can work as part of a team and is also comfortable working without direct supervision
 Has strong communication and written skills
 Can prioritise
 Has good organisational skills and attention to detail
 Can work with a range of different volunteers and stakeholders
 Is competent with standard IT tools (email, spreadsheets, etc.)
 Is supportive of the aims and values of the Liberal Democrats

Additional Information:
 Access to a car would be desirable, but is not essential
 Some evening and weekend work may be required
 Training and support will be provided

Pay: In the range of £25,396 to £28,639 per year (pro rata).

Work location: Primarily office-based, with some tasks able to be undertaken remotely.

To Apply: Please send a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Cllr Stephen Fenton (stephenfenton1@btinternet.com) by 12 noon on Friday, 12 December. For an informal chat about the position, please feel free to call Stephen on 07751 963215.

Please note: That we will not be able to employ you if you are not eligible to work in the UK. We will not be able to obtain a work permit on your behalf.

Applicants are encouraged to inform us if any reasonable adjustments are needed during any part of the recruitment process.

Please provide us with details of your current salary and the names of two referees, including one from your current employer. If you would prefer us not to contact them until a later stage of the selection process, please notify us.

We may not notify applicants if their application has been unsuccessful at the shortlisting stage.

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