Head Of Campaigns And Elections

You will be able to demonstrate a record of success in elections, fundraising, and capacity building, with an instinctive sense of what makes an effective political message. You will have sound political judgement, an in-depth understanding of voters, and you will know what it takes for candidates to cross the winning line.

You will have a strong hunger for a win and be willing to go above and beyond the expected, inspiring others to do the same. You will be able to evidence an effective record of staff management, including remote management.

You will have a sound understanding of election law and have practical experience managing large election campaigns at the constituency and regional levels.

You will be well organised and self-starting, able to work without supervision in a challenging environment. A good temperament that helps you handle the unexpected is a must. You will need strong leadership and communications skills, and must also show a willingness to innovate, experiment, and share best practices.

This role will suit someone who is driven to win, is persuasive with stakeholders and an effective line manager.

Essential Skills and Experience

• A proven record of delivering electoral success, either managing large-scale elections in the UK, e.g. simultaneously overseeing multiple constituencies in a UK General Election, or experience in agenting/campaign managing a UK Parliamentary by-election, a European or Welsh Assembly Election
• A proven record of delivering throughout the full cycle of objective-setting, campaign planning, capacity building and implementation
• Experience in management, including remote management
• Strong political messaging and the ability to develop these in others
• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• The ability to inspire and develop the skills of volunteers and staff
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A clear understanding of how to engage with members and voters
• Experience working with volunteers
• A full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Sympathy with the aims and values of the Liberal Democrats

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience of fundraising and donor engagement
• Experience of using Connect, Targeted Email, Fleet and Affinity Publisher
• Experience of delivering training, coaching and mentoring
• Confidence with data, CRM and digital campaign tools

How to Apply

Please fully read through the requirements of the job before applying and take a few minutes to complete our Equality and Diversity Monitoring Forms then proceed with your application.

• A full CV of no more than two pages and including a telephone number and email address
• A covering letter (no more than one A4 page) setting out why you want the job and how your experience and skills are relevant to it

To be considered for this position, please submit your application to recruitment@libdems.org.uk.

We will review applications as they come in and reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.

Please note: 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 at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please provide details of your current salary and 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 let us know.

We will not notify applicants if their applications are 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 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.