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CAMPAIGNS OFFICER – VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT Salary: £35,300 per annum pro rata Reports to: Campaigns Manager Directorate: Policy, Information and Communications Contract: 9 month fixed-term contract / secondment Working hours: 35 hours per week (we are open to compressed hours) Location: Stratford, London w/ high-flex (1 – 2 days per week in the office) Closing date: Sunday 5 October 2025, 23:55 Interview date: Thursday 9 and Friday 10 October 2025 Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That’s why we’re looking for someone talented, someone who shares our vision, someone like you. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Campaigns Officer (Volunteer Management). In this role, you’ll be responsible for leading the stewardship of the charity’s volunteer Campaigns Ambassadors to support the organisations campaigns, engagement and influencing work to achieve better outcomes for people, patients and professionals. This role is crucial in helping to deliver a strategy to grow and develop an effective Campaigns Ambassadors programme where campaigners are deeply engaged with our political influencing work. What will I be doing? Working in partnership with other Campaigns Officers in the team to develop and deliver the stewardship strategy for campaigners across the full volunteer life cycle Maintaining the volunteer management processes of the team, including communications to Campaigns Ambassadors and managing the logistics and content for campaign events, including our popular Parliament Day in summer 2026. Contributing to the ongoing strategic development of the Campaigns Ambassador programme and making suggestions for future improvements Contributing to, or leading, team wide projects to inform and improve the work of the Campaigns team Drafting communications for, and engaging with, both Campaigns Ambassadors and the rest of the charity to showcase the impact of the programme Liaising with key teams and stakeholders to improve the Campaigns Ambassador experience, increase volunteer numbers and internally promote the Campaigns Ambassador programme and demonstrate its impact Contributing to the wider work of the Campaigns team and to support the work of the Campaigns Managers. What skills will I need? Effective planning and project management skills with the ability to set and work to deadlines in complex, matrixed environments An innovative mindset, with a curiosity to continually improve and evaluate, using test and learn techniques, and promoting a ‘dare to fail’ culture Understanding of supporter journeys and what motivates individuals Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience of producing clear, accurate and convincing communications Commitment to the involvement of patients and volunteers in our work, ranging from consultation to co-production Strong relationship management and influencing skills with the ability to adapt style, build a rapport and use empathy and understanding to respond to queries and requests Ability to prioritise and work well under pressure Passionate about campaigning and making a case for change that benefits people, patients and professionals. What will I gain? Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that’s impressive. In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well. Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more. We don’t forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture. Our work – from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy – will change the world. It’s exciting to be part of our team. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively. Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible. Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks. As the world’s largest independent cancer research charity, we conduct research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Our aim is to see 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034 and our staff are integral to achieving that ambition. Cancer Research UK offers you excellent prospects to expand your career as well as the ability to make a real difference to the lives of others. We're always looking for sharp, brave, and collaborative people to join Cancer Research UK and continue to make it a great place to work. Find the career you're looking for and let us change lives together.