Community and Communications Officer

Campaign Lab

London

1 year ago

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The basics

Location: London/Remote and home working options (expected to work in central London at least 10 days per month)

Contract: to end of 2025

Hours: Full time

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 pro rata

Deadline: 12:00 21st February. Interviews will take place the week commencing 24th February.

Who we are

Campaign Lab is a community of politically-minded progressive data scientists, researchers and campaigners who are working together to improve the way we analyse and understand campaigning. By working as part of a small dynamic team you'll be helping to improve campaigning across the progressive ecosystem! You can find more information atwww.campaignlab.uk

What the role involves

In this role, you'll manage and grow Campaign Lab's volunteer community, overseeing our communications channels and recruitment. The main responsibilities will be developing and executing strategies to engage volunteers, working with the Networks and Partnerships Manager to deliver impactful events, and managing our digital presence.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Develop and implement a community engagement strategy to grow and activate Campaign Lab's volunteer base
Oversee Campaign Lab's communications channels, ensuring regular compelling content is posted
Work with the Networks and Partnerships Manager to deliver engaging events that provide value to volunteers
Collect and analyse data on community health and engagement to inform strategy and track progress
Develop relationships with our key community contributors by actively participating in our volunteer groups and forums.
Work with the Networks and Partnerships Manager to continuously improve the volunteer experience
Work with the Director to align community activities and projects with Campaign Lab's overall mission and goals
Represent Campaign Lab and recruit at external events and forums

Requirements

Essential

Proactive approach to work with the ability to work independently
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences
Strong project management skills, ideally with some experience managing volunteer led projects and documentation.
Creative problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Highly collaborative team player who can build productive relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders
Firm commitment to progressive politics and enthusiastic about innovative approaches to campaigning
Familiarity with using digital organising tools such as whatsapp and mailchimp and best practices

Desirable

Proven track record of building and managing communities
Political organising experience
Some technical knowledge of coding and software development, with a general awareness of AI technologies and their applications

Benefits

What we offer

Agile working: Flexibility to work from home up to 2 days a week
Flexible Working: Ability to request flexible work arrangements from the start of employment
A contributory Pension Scheme
28 days annual leave allowance, plus bank holidays and statutory holidays

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit for the role

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