Project Coordinator - London, United Kingdom - Muslim Council of Britain

Muslim Council of Britain

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to lead the advocacy work for the MCB Public Affairs team with a focus on the General Election 2024, supporting greater engagement and representation for British Muslims.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop the General Election response strategy in collaboration with the public affairs team and broader stakeholders.
Lead and foster relationships with essential stakeholders, including politicians and relevant parliamentary groups.
Deliver MCB campaigns on general election on a national scale, through engagement of our affiliates network across the UK.
Prepare detailed, researchbacked briefing documents for internal and external stakeholders about key issues affecting British Muslims.
Stay informed about the political environment, providing timely intelligence to relevant internal staff and identifying opportunities.
Draft responses to parliamentary, government, and other consultations.
Coordinate with media organisations and journalists as necessary.
Engage with relevant stakeholders, including Muslim communities, to enhance understanding of civic engagements via roundtables, hustings, and voter registration.
Draft a range of reports and resources required for the project such as Voter ID guidance, Mosque Election pack and project delivery report.
Support the work of the Public Affairs Department as and when needed

Requirements:

Comprehensive understanding of key issues pertaining to Muslim communities at a national level.
Proven experience in writing clear, concise, and persuasive content, with the ability to present complex information in an easily understandable way.
Track record of preparing briefing documents and influencing stakeholders.
Result driven, remains calm, effective and positive even when under pressure; takes ownership for delivering outcomes.
Higher education qualification or equivalent professional experience in Public Affairs.
Demonstrable IT skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Database software (strong excel skills are required)

Visit our Careers page for details on how to apply.

Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract, Freelance

Contract length: 6 months

Salary:
£12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company events
Work from home

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

- working in muslim organisations: 1 year (required)
- stakeholder management: 1 year (preferred)
- public affairs: 1 year (required)
- project management: 1 year (required)
- charity sector: 1 year (preferred)

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