Communications and Constituency Assistant

Liz Jarvis MP is looking to appoint a dedicated Communications and Constituency Assistant for her team in Eastleigh. This role will focus on Liz's communications with her constituents on community and national issues, through national, local and social media, written correspondence, and local outreach as well as supporting the running of a busy office.

This role would suit a keen, creative communicator, with an interest in politics, an eye for content creation and a commitment to supporting our community. The job will be based in Liz's constituency office in Eastleigh, with occasional travel to London.

Key responsibilities

• Creating content including videos and graphics for a range of social media platforms and tracking their performance.
• Drafting mass communications about Liz's work, including newsletters and letters.
• Updating Liz's MP website with news of her latest campaigns and achievements.
• Drafting and issuing press releases.
• Conducting research and gathering relevant information from government agencies and other stakeholders to resolve enquiries from constituents.
• Assisting with meetings and visits as needed including surgery appointments.
• Administrative support, such as inbox and diary assistance and office admin.

Essential skills and experience:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience creating content, including videos and graphics, for social channels.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to identify issues and problem-solve.
• Collaborative team member, willing to support others in a small, busy team.
• Ability to communicate with constituents with empathy and professionalism.

Desirable:

• Strong graphic design skills and proficiency with tools like Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut Pro and CapCut.
• Sympathetic to Lib Dem values.