I am looking to appoint a hard-working, enthusiastic and experienced Communications Officer/Caseworker to join my small, dedicated team, either in Westminster or Wealden.
Job title: Communications Officer/Caseworker
Location: London/Wealden, East Sussex
Salary: In line with IPSA guidelines and commensurate with skills and experience
Length of Contract: Permanent (following successful completion of probationary period)
Position: Full time, although 32 hours+ would be considered for an exceptional candidate.
Key responsibilities:
- Diary Management including liaising with Ministerial team in Department of Business and Trade and the Cabinet Office
- Maintain and update a social media and online presence of the MP, including responding to comments accordingly
- Monitor local, regional and national media coverage and report any relevant trends to the Communications Manager/Office Manager/MP
- Produce online graphics and video content, as well as publicising surgeries and news alerts etc.
- Progress casework as required, ensuring that each case is dealt with promptly, sensitively, confidentially and accurately in accordance with the MP
- Provide generalist administrative and team support
- Respond to routine correspondence and enquiries
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous professional experience in a communications/marketing or administrative role (essential)
- Experience creating content for newsletters, websites, online distributors, social media (including video and graphics), including managing stakeholders, dealing with media requests and creating press releases. (essential)
- Prior parliamentary experience is advantageous as is experience of casework, liaising with Government Departments & Councils, although experience dealing with large volumes of written correspondence professionally will also be considered.
- The ability to assertively manage a busy MP’s diary including liaising with the Ministerial Private office and balancing the needs of the constituency also.
- The ability to work well independently & as part of a small team; keeping track of and progressing tasks and managing own workload is crucial, as is communicating with the team.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills, including the ability to work well under time-pressure, prioritise and meet tight deadlines; attention to detail is vital.
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills, confident user of IT, with excellent grammar
- Knowledge of the Wealden constituency would be advantageous but is not required for the role, however an understanding of Westminster politics is crucial.
- Ideally spend at least 2 days a week in the Westminster office when parliament is sitting, although balancing time between Westminster/Wealden is an option for the right candidate
Closing Date: 31st October 2023
Interview/Start Dates: An immediate/prompt start is sought so early applications are encouraged and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date. Please clearly state in your cover letter your availability/notice period and if you are an existing parliamentary pass holder.
Application Details: To apply please send a CV and one page covering letter to Nusrat Ghani MP – [email protected], clearly explaining why you wish to work for Ms Ghani and what skills and experience you would bring to the role.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions regarding this role or would like an informal conversation prior to applying, including requesting any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.
