Campaign Manager

We are seeking to appoint a Campaign Manager on a 2 year fixed term contract based in South Leicestershire to help develop and deliver our campaign for the next General Election, while also supporting local election campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious individual who enjoys a varied role and thrives on new challenges. Supported by the East Midlands field team, the successful candidate will report directly to Alberto Costa MP and will play a key role in delivering campaign priorities across South Leicestershire in the lead-up to the General Election and local elections. The Campaign Manager will be responsible for ensuring effective campaigning activity across the constituency, including the design and distribution of campaign literature, canvassing operations, volunteer recruitment, media promotion and wider campaign delivery including campaign fundraising events. The role will also focus on building a stronger network of volunteers and supporters to enhance campaign effectiveness throughout South Leicestershire. Key Responsibilities You will develop relationships with members, volunteers, supporters, community groups and local businesses through regular telephone, email and face-to-face engagement, encouraging greater participation and support for the Party. Responsibilities include: Delivering campaigning activity across South Leicestershire. Organising campaign action days and events. Recruiting, training and motivating volunteers and local campaign teams. Managing an ongoing voter contact programme, including telephone canvassing, email engagement and doorstep conversations. Project managing the production and distribution of campaign literature. Developing and maintaining an effective leaflet delivery network. Working closely with Alberto Costa MP, Association Executive Officers, Association staff, council candidates and elected councillors. Organising fundraising activities to raise funds for campaigning. Attending Association meetings to remain informed about local issues and campaign priorities. Producing regular reports on campaign activity for Alberto Costa MP and senior CCHQ staff. Skills and Experience The ideal candidate will: Have experience working on election campaigns, either in a paid or voluntary capacity. Be a self-starter who can work independently and take initiative. Demonstrate a positive, flexible and solution-focused approach. Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Have experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities across a large geographical area. Be highly organised with strong attention to detail. Be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when required. Have the ability to motivate, develop and support volunteers and campaign teams. Social Media and Digital Campaigning We are particularly interested in candidates who: Have a genuine interest in social media and its role in modern campaigning. Have some experience managing social media accounts, whether personal,voluntary or professional. Are willing to learn design and content creation tools such as Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop. Understand what makes effective online content and audience engagement. Demonstrate a positive, proactive attitude and willingness to contribute across a wide range of campaign activities. Can remain calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Essential Requirements Full UK driving licence. Regular access to a vehicle, as travel across South Leicestershire will be required. Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. Benefits South Leicestershire Conservatives and CCHQ value the contribution of every member of staff. In return, we offer a range of benefits, including: 25 days' annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff), plus UK bank holidays. Upto 3 additional days' leave for marriage or entering a civil partnership. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave. Employee wellbeing and wellness programmes. Professional and personal development opportunities. Working Arrangements Based primarily in South Leicestershire with occasional work elsewhere. Flexible and part-time working arrangements will be considered. Occasional evening and weekend working will be required to support campaigning activity. Recruitment Timetable Interviews will take place in November. We are recruiting for one position. This is an outstanding opportunity to play a central role in political campaigning in South Leicestershire and to help build a winning campaign for future elections. Applicants who are energetic, organised and passionate about campaigning are encouraged to apply.