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Job Title: Project Co-ordinator

Working for: Centre for Policy Studies
Salary: £300 per month
One day a week, preferably Fridays, till September 2004. 
Description: [No further information supplied]
Contact: Harriett Richmond on 07768 518130
Closing date: Friday 6th February 2004

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31 January              Ref:  585
Job Title: Parliamentary and Constituency Assistant based in Westminster

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Working for: Harriet Harman QC MP – Camberwell and Peckham
Salary: £18,000 - £21,000 depending on experience
Description: Highly committed individual sought for a challenging role in busy Westminster offices. Working between the Parliamentary and Constituency Offices on a variety of projects, this role will include individual casework and policy responses. You will be politically aware and have a commitment to tackling social exclusion in the inner city. You must have excellent communication and computer skills as well as the ability to work well under pressure. Applications from candidates with relevant experience would be particularly welcomed.
Contact: To apply please send CV and covering letter outlining why you would be suitable for this post to Harriet Harman MP, House of Commons, London SW1A 0AA, or by email to harmanh@parliament.uk  For further enquiries please call 020 7219 2057.
Closing date: Monday 16th February 2004

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29 January             Ref:  584
Job Title: Researcher

The Conservative Party Website

Working for: Dr. Andrew Murrison MP - Westbury, Shadow Health Minister.
Salary: In line with Parliamentary pay scales.
Description: Political and parliamentary research and briefings, some constituency correspondence and assisting with the smooth running of busy House of Commons office.
Contact: Please submit a CV and a brief covering letter. Contact: nisbetth@parliament.uk  or 020 7219 2230
Closing date: Monday 9th February

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29 January             Ref:  583
Job Title: Parliamentary Intern

Working for: Malcolm Bruce MP - Gordon
Salary: travel expenses provided 
Description:

We are looking for a proactive and highly motivated intern to join the Liberal Democrat Trade and Industry team, working in the office of Malcolm Bruce MP. Duties will involve handling portfolio and constituency related correspondence and similar secretarial and parliamentary support. The position is a great opportunity for someone keen to develop media and policy related research skills. 

Contact: Carrie Henderson, Office of Malcolm Bruce MP, House of Commons, SW1A 0AA, or at hendersonc@parliament.uk 
Closing date: CVs and a covering letter should be in by Friday 6th February

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28 January            Ref:   582        [Reinstatement of Ad. No.546 which had closing date: 16 Jan]
Job Title: Internship/work experience 

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Working for: Huw Irranca-Davies MP - Ogmore
Salary: n/a 
Description: Huw Irranca-Davies MP is seeking an intern to give part-time or full-time assistance to his constituency office team. Working in Huw's office in Maesteg, South Wales, the successful applicant will assist with casework, administration, surgeries, and all other aspects of Huw's constituency duties.
Contact: Contact Jillian or Mal on 01656 737777 or e-mail cv and covering letter to swinhoej@parliament.uk  
Closing date: None at present

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28 January             Ref:  581
Job Title: Researcher 

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Working for: Rt Hon Jean Corston MP - Bristol East
Salary: in accordance with experience and House of Commons rates
Description:

Working in Westminster, your main responsibilities will be drafting policy letters and briefings, speech writing, dealing with press both reactively and proactively, and supporting Jean in her Parliamentary work as Chair of the Parliamentary Labour Party and Chair of the Joint Select Committee on Human Rights.    This position would suit a Labour Party member with knowledge of Parliamentary procedures and a keen interest in policy issues and current affairs.     You must have excellent communication skills and attention to detail. You will be dealing with complex issues and much of the work is of a sensitive and political nature, therefore tact and discretion are necessary.   This role demands a highly organised and articulate person who works well under pressure. An excellent telephone manner, computer skills and previous experience in a similar role are essential. 

Contact: Applicants should email their CV to dowlingsj@parliament.uk or by post to Jean Corston MP, House of Commons, Westminster, London SW1A OAA.     Enquiries to Sam Dowling, dowlingsj@parliament.uk or 020 7219 1568
Closing date: applications must be received by 2pm on Monday 9 February.

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27 January             Ref:  580
Job Title: WLD Intern

Working for: Women Liberal Democrats
Salary: Unpaid
Description: WLD are looking to recruit an intern to work part-time in their busy London office, part of Liberal Democrat Party HQ after their previous intern has gone on to full-time employment. No specific previous experience is necessary but a passion for politics and enthusiasm is essential. Applications are welcomed from either gender, but candidates must be committed to increasing the participation of women in politics. 
Contact: To apply send a CV and Cover Letter to Debbie Enever, Women Liberal Democrats, 4 Cowley Street, LONDON. SW1P 3NB.   E-mail women@libdems.org.uk  
Closing date: Friday 13th February

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27 January            Ref:   579
Job Title: Research Fellow (Policy)

Working for: Fabian Society
Salary: £17,500-£19,500
Description:

The Fabian Society, the leading left-of-centre thinktank and political society, is recruiting for an Research Fellow (policy). Candidates must be self-starters who will thrive in a fast-moving political environment. He/she will be responsible for conducting policy-related research and analysis for the Fabian Commission on Child Poverty and Life Chances, as well as taking the lead on servicing the Commission and wider project. This post is full-time and is offered for 18 months in the first instance.

Contact: For more information send A4 SAE to: Recruitment (stating position), Fabian Society, 11 Dartmouth St, London SW1H 9BN; email info@fabian-society.org.uk;  or visit www.fabian-society.org.uk
Closing date: Monday 2 February 2004.

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26 January              Ref:  578
Job Title: Events Manager 

Working for: Fabian Society
Salary: £17,000-£19,000
Description:

The Fabian Society, the leading left-of-centre thinktank and political society, is recruiting for an Events Manager. Candidates must be self-starters who will thrive in a fast-moving political environment. He/she will be responsible for organising a wide range of events, from small-scale seminars to large public lectures and debates, covering the full range of public policy. Specific responsibilities will include securing speakers, arranging publicity, raising funds, and liaising with venues and caterers.

Contact: For more information send A4 SAE to: Recruitment (stating position), Fabian Society, 11 Dartmouth St, London SW1H 9BN; email info@fabian-society.org.uk;  or visit www.fabian-society.org.uk.  
Closing date: Monday 2 February

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26 January              Ref:  577
Job Title: Office & Personal Assistant

Working for: Baroness Sarah Ludford MEP - London
Salary: £12,000 p.a. -  temporary full-time contract to mid-June (could lead to a permanent job)
Description: London’s Liberal Democrat Euro-MP Sarah Ludford is looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and politically supportive person to join her London team as soon as possible. Duties will include clerical work as well as some research and correspondence. Excellent communication skills and willingness to help with the simplest of tasks essential. Full, clean driving licence required.
Contact: Paul Naish, Office of Baroness Sarah Ludford MEP, 36 St Peter’s Street, London N1 8JT or at sludfordmep@cix.co.uk 
Closing date: Monday 2 February

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24 January            Ref:   576
Job Title: Research and Development Manager, Seminar Division

Westminster Explained

Working for: Westminster Explained
Salary: Starting salary of £18-22,000 & performance related bonus of £8-12,000
Description:

Westminster Explained is the training branch of the House Magazine, which provides Parliamentary related training for Civil Servants and the wider Public Sector. The “Westminster Explained” seminar series covers areas such as Parliamentary Procedure, the Legislative Process, Select Committees, Brussels, the Policy and Decision Making Process, and the Freedom of Information Act.    The Research and Development Manager will be responsible for  researching topics and suitable speakers, and managing the entire production of the event. The successful applicant will have excellent research skills, an ability to communicate effectively with Parliamentarians, good organizational skills and the ability to use their own initiative.  At least one year’s experience of working in a political or governmental environment is also necessary.

Contact: Please send CV and covering letter to Jonathan Lloyd, Head of Production, Westminster Explained, 14 Great College Street, London, SW1P 3RX or Email: jonathan.lloyd@parlicom.com 
Closing date: Thursday 5th February 2004

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22 January              Ref:  575
Job Title: Parliamentary & Government Relations Adviser

Environment Agency

Working for: The Environment Agency
Salary: £28,300 - £32,100 plus allowances 
Description: The Environment Agency is looking for a highly motivated individual to speak for the Agency in the political arena and to communicate a portfolio of environmental policies. You will lead on Select Committee inquiries, prepare briefings for parliamentarians, keep in touch with the environmental debate in and around Westminster and advise the Agency on emerging issues. You will be an experienced networker with contacts in and around government, and possess an excellent understanding of parliamentary processes and how to influence them. 
Contact: For more information and how to apply, please visit www.environment-agency.gov.uk/jobs.  Completed applications should be returned to Richard.Streeter@environment-agency.gov.uk 
Closing date: Wednesday 4th February 2004

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22 January              Ref:  574
Job Title: Campaign Organiser 

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Working for: Camden Labour Party
Salary: pro-rata £26,433 Initial 6 month contract/3 days per week
Description: We are seeking a highly organised and experienced Campaign Organiser. They will develop and sustain effective campaigns, facilitate the activities of members in the run-up to the 2004 GLA elections, co-ordinate Borough and Constituency level participation and provide support to the two constituency MPs. 
Contact: Please send CV and covering letter to: Sue Vincent, Camden Labour Group Secretary, The Labour Centre, 8 Camden Road, London NW1 9DP (tel: 020 7637 7800), quoting the Working for an MP website. 
Closing date: Friday 6 February 2004 

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20 January             Ref:  570
Job Title: Parliamentary Research Assistant

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Working for: Mark Lazarowicz MP - Edinburgh North & Leith. 
Salary:  £21,500 / Hours: full-time (37.5 per week) 
Description: Well-qualified, motivated individual sought for full-time research and administrative post in busy Westminster office of Mark Lazarowicz, Labour/Co-op MP for Edinburgh North & Leith.    Main responsibilities to include: Preparation of briefings and policy letters on range of issues (domestic and international); occasional in-depth research projects, as directed by MP; drafting/monitoring of Parliamentary questions; press work, including drafting of press releases and newspaper articles; general administrative support for MP at Westminster.    Graduate or post-graduate with good communication skills sought. Some previous experience of political or public policy work desirable. 
Contact: CV and covering letter to be sent to Mark Lazarowicz MP, House of Commons, SW1A 0AA, or by e-mail to doranka@parliament.uk  
Closing date: Monday 9th February 2004

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20 January             Ref:  569
Job Title: Public Affairs Officer

Working for: CCPR, the independent voice of sport and recreation in the UK
Salary: Salary in the range of £32,000 - £36,000
Description: We require a Public Affairs Officer who will be responsible for managing the organisation's public affairs including communications, public relations, marketing and publications. Requirements for the post are 5 years experience gained in either a public affairs or pr consultancy. Must have a working knowledge of Parliament and political systems, be able to work at a senior level and develop good working relationships with MPs, peers and stakeholders.  
Contact: For an Application Pack contact Beth Dale on 020 7854 8521 or bdale@ccpr.org.uk  or write to Beth Dale, Human Resources Department, CCPR, Francis House, Francis Street, London SW1P 1DE.
Closing date: Thursday 5 February 2004. Interviews held on 27 February 2004.

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20 January              Ref:  568
Job Title: Full Time Secretary 

The Conservative Party Website

Working for: David Amess MP - Southend West 
Salary: Negotiable 
Description:

Full-time Secretary to Member of Parliament to join a busy, happy office at Westminster. Duties would include dealing with correspondence and his diary. Would suit someone with plenty of initiative.

Contact: Please forward a CV with covering letter to David Amess Esq MP., House of Commons, London SW1A 0AA or via email: hoggm@parliament.uk  
Closing date: Noon on Monday 16th February.

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17 January             Ref:  566
Job Title: Public Affairs Officer

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Working for: Major UK charity operating in the social care environment
Salary: c£26-28k
Description: To initiate, develop and co-ordinate the charity's relations across political, statutory and public arena in order to raise the organisation's profile and success in influencing policy at national and local levels. Looking for proven track record in relationship building, lobbying and campaigns gained from at least two year's experience of working in a role based on campaigns / policy / public affairs / parliamentary / external affairs. Extensive knowledge of the political systems, parliamentary procedures and parliamentarians, including the Welsh Assembly is also required, as is experience of drafting and inputting into emerging legislation. Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must.
Contact: Gabby Cornish on 0207 288 9550 or gcornish@nextrole.com 
Closing date: ASAP 

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11 December              Ref:  537
Job Title: Public Affairs Internship

Working for: AS Biss & Co
Salary: Travel expenses within the M25
Description:

AS Biss & Co is a well regarded, fast growing corporate and public affairs consultancy, one of the industry leaders. We offer a programme of internships involving insight into the public affairs sector, involvement with political monitoring and research on behalf of clients and daily admin duties and team support.

Internships are available all year round and tend to be of a duration of one-two months, although this is flexible.

Contact: Send CV and covering letter to Mike Birtwistle, stating when you would be available for work, at mike.birtwistle@asbiss.com  or AS Biss & Co, 100 Rochester Row, London, SW1P 1JP.
Closing date: Open ended

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Job Title: Research Assistant 

The Conservative Party Website

Working for: Mark Simmonds MP - Boston and Skegness
Shadow Minister for Education
Salary: Dependent on experience
Description: Highly organised, enthusiastic, self-starter with excellent analytical and research skills along with first class communication skills required for a full-time research position in Westminster office. Duties include: political and parliamentary research and briefings, some constituency correspondence, maintaining MP’s website and assisting with the smooth running of busy House of Commons office. Experience in Parliament preferred.  
Contact: Helen Cockburn at cockburnh@parliament.uk 
Closing date: Friday 30th January 2004

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21 January             Ref:  573                   [21 Jan:  Closing date amended]
Job Title: Account Executive

Working for: ePolitixPlus
Salary: Dependent on experience
Description: ePolitixPlus is one of the UK’s leading providers of political and parliamentary intelligence. As well as contributing to ePolitix.com, we work for a number of high-profile companies and charities covering a wide range of industry sectors. We have a vacancy for an additional account executive to join our team. Motivation is essential, as is at least one year’s experience of Westminster or Whitehall. The successful applicant will have a demonstrable interest in politics and government, and may have experience in a specific industry sector, such as financial services, environment, health or planning.
Contact: Please contact cathy.irving@epolitixplus.com  as soon as possible, with a copy of your CV and stating current salary and notice period. 
Closing date: Friday 23 January 2004 

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21 January              Ref:  572
Job Title: Volunteer / Intern

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Working for: Geraint Davies MP - Croydon Central
Salary: up to £10 per day
Description: Opportunity to gain valuable experience in Constituency Office. Will be assisting with all office tasks including casework and campaigning. Must be willing to perform day-to-day tasks and be prepared to commit for two months or more. Part time - hours to suit.
Contact: Send CV ASAP to John-Paul Wares, Office of Geraint Davies MP, PO Box 679, Croydon, CR9 1UQ or e-mail waresj@parliament.uk 
Closing date: Friday 30 January 2004

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20 January             Ref:  571
Job Title: Internship

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Working for: Huw Irranca-Davies MP - Ogmore
Salary: Expenses only
Description: Based in Huw's Westminster office the successful applicant will assist with casework, parliamentary duties and general adminstration. Start and finish dates can be flexible to suit both parties. 
Contact: Guy Rowland. Tel: 0207 2194027 Email: rowlandg@parliament.uk  
Closing date: None at present

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20 January             Ref:  567               [24 Jan: Ad withdrawn due to heavy response]
Job Title: Parliamentary Volunteer 

Working for: Simon Hughes MP - Southwark North and Bermondsey
Salary: n/a 
Description:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive volunteer to join the team working in Simon’s Westminster office. Duties will be mainly administrative but will involve some portfolio and constituency related correspondence and research. An excellent telephone manner and a willingness to do the simplest of tasks are essential. This is a great opportunity for someone keen to gain their first parliamentary experience.

Contact: Rebecca Darling, Office of Simon Hughes MP, House of Commons, London SW1A 0AA, or at darlingr@parliament.uk 
Closing date: Friday 23 January 2004

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15 January            Ref:   565     [20 Jan: Closing date changed to Friday 23 Jan]
Job Title: Manager – Industry & Government Relations

Working for: bmi - based in central London
Salary: competitive salary dependant on experience
Description:

bmi are seeking a highly motivated individual to assume responsibility for the airline’s relationships with all government, trade and regulatory bodies from it’s central London offices, managing a small department.  Reporting to a main board director, you will liase with government and regulators on all aviation industry regulatory, competition and environmental issues.  You will be the central contact for trade bodies on aeropolitical and regulatory issues and will work closely with bmi’s corporate communications team on relevant media issues.    You will have excellent all round communication skills, ideally with aviation industry experience and will probably have previous public affairs responsibilities in either industry or a consultancy.

Contact: Please send your CV and a covering letter to the personnel department, bmi, Donington Hall, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2SB
Closing date: Wednesday 21st January 2004

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15 January              Ref:  564
Job Title: Research Assistant 

The Conservative Party Website

Working for: David Ruffley MP - Bury St Edmunds
Salary: According to experience and qualifications. 
Description:

Duties include: political research, some constituency correspondence, maintaining MP’s website and assisting with the smooth running of busy House of Commons office. Good political and communication skills essential. 

Contact: Please e-mail c.v. to davidruffleymp@parliament.uk  
Closing date: Friday