Parliamentary Intern

Ranil Jayawardena MP is conscious that it is often hard for young people to gain experience in politics.

That’s why, as he has done in many of his seven years in Parliament, he is willing to offer a highly motivated individual this opportunity, fitting flexibly around any other commitments they may have, e.g. studying and paid work etc.

This role will place you at the heart of his parliamentary and constituency work for North East Hampshire, providing valuable insight into his work as the local Member of Parliament, offering the opportunity to gain political and campaigning experience too, should you wish.

• Diary management;
• Data entry and analysis;
• Assisting with letter writing and literature design;
• Resident surveying;
• Office administration;
• Organising events;
• Drafting press releases; and
• Digital communication.

• Polite and professional conduct;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Hardworking, flexible, pro-active team player;
• Strong communication and organisational skills and able to take the initiative;
• Good computer and technology skills;
• A creative side; and
• Sympathetic to the aims and values of the Conservative Party.

Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

W4MP Note
The role being advertised is a voluntary one. As such, there are no set hours and responsibilities and you should be free to come and go as you wish. If the post demands set hours and/or has a specific job description you may be deemed to be a ‘worker’ and be covered by National Minimum Wage/National Living Wage legislation. See http//www.w4mp.org/jobs-listings-events/jobs/
advertising-jobs-with-w4mp/volunteers/what-is-the-national-minimum-wage/ for more information about National Minimum Wage/National Living Wage.

Closing Date 28 February 2023

Interview/Start Dates

Interviews to take place on a rolling basis

Application Details

Applicants should send their CV with a covering letter to jobs@ranil.uk – please include details of your availability and how long you might be able to offer.

Website https//www.ranil.uk/