Campaigns Lead

About Us

My Life My Say is a youth-led, non-partisan charity on a mission to empower every young person to participate in democracy. Through award-winning activities such as the Democracy Cafés, Give An X Campaign, and Next Gen Conference, we are shaping a generation of active, informed, and engaged citizens. With our new Co-CEOs and ambitious growth plans, this is a pivotal moment to join our movement.

Scope of the Role

We are looking for a proactive and politically engaged Advocacy Lead to lead the development and delivery of MLMS’ national advocacy campaigns. This role will focus on delivering two major programmes: Give An X (MLMS’ award-winning voter registration campaign) and V.16 (ensuring young voices are heard in an upcoming Elections Bill).

You will work closely with the Co-CEOs to shape campaign strategy, build sector-wide partnerships, coordinate press engagement, and ensure MLMS' advocacy work drives meaningful change and reaches underrepresented young people across the country.

Please note that this is a temporary post.

The ideal candidate will join as soon as possible for a duration of 6-9 months.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day management and execution of MLMS’ advocacy campaigns: Give An X and V.16.
Work with the Co-CEOs to co-develop campaign strategies, messaging, timelines, and impact targets.
Monitor political developments, policy windows, and opportunities to influence decision-makers.
Produce campaign materials, briefings, and messaging aligned with MLMS' values and strategic objectives.
Build and maintain partnerships with organisations across the charity sector, corporate partners, youth networks, and influencers to amplify campaign reach.
Engage MPs, councillors, civil society leaders, and community groups to support campaign objectives.
Represent MLMS at meetings, events, and policy roundtables where relevant.
Act as the main point of contact for press and media related to MLMS campaigns.
Draft press releases, statements, quotes, and media briefings.
Work with journalists, broadcast media, and digital creators to secure coverage and elevate MLMS’ message.
Coordinate with the Social Media Lead to build our network of influencers and ensure campaign messaging is consistent across platforms.
Track campaign outcomes, engagement metrics, and impact.
Prepare internal and external reports, including updates to funders and partners.
Ensure campaigns are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard.

Personal Specification

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of UK parliamentary system, building campaigns or advocating for marginalised communities.
A strong track record coordinating campaigns, advocacy projects, or community engagement
Demonstrated partnership-building abilities with a variety of stakeholders, including: brands, influencers, the arts and third sector.
Confident engaging with media, influencers, or public-facing audiences
Excellent judgement, problem-solving skills, and political awareness
Ability to think strategically while managing fast-paced delivery
Self-motivated, organised, and able to work within tight deadlines
Ability and willingness to travel for work
Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends
Experience working with marginalised or underrepresented communities
Experience working in a charity or youth-focused organisation
Digital campaigning skills (e.g., email journeys, social mobilisation, SEO)
Experience writing press releases or supporting media engagement

What we offer

Competitive salary (£30k - £34k pro-rata, depending on experience)
A supportive, purpose-driven, hardworking (and fun) team culture
Flexible hybrid working arrangements (3 days a week in office)
Generous holiday allowance (30 days pro-rata + bank holidays)
Professional development and exclusive networking opportunities
A chance to work with and for young people making real change

Expectations

To attend and contribute to team meetings.
To ensure that all responsibilities and activities within this post are consistent with the terms and spirit of MLMS’ Equal Opportunities Policy.
To attend and contribute to MLMS staff training and any other training identified as appropriate for the post.
To occasionally travel to meetings across the UK and Europe, which may require the need for an overnight stay.
To occasionally work unsociable hours, for example attending evening or weekend meetings or traveling outside of London.
To maintain an appropriate level of confidentiality at all times.
The nature of the post will require flexibility in undertaking the role.

How to apply

If you would like to apply, please send an email to jobs@mlms.org.uk with your cover letter, CV and any additional material you wish to share.

Deadline: Friday 16th January 2026 @12pm

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis. Due to the time-sensitive nature of our campaigns, we reserve the right to close the role early if a suitable candidate is identified.

Additional Information

Through this recruitment process we are looking to attract and retain a wide breadth of skills and experience relevant to the work of MLMS. We welcome all applications from those individuals who believe they have the skills and experience outlined above.

Further Information

MLMS confirms its commitment to equal opportunities in all its activities. It is intended that no applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of political belief, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or social class. Selection and promotion criteria are kept under review to ensure that individuals are treated on the basis of the job requirements and on their relevant personal merits, and are not disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

If you have a disability and are interested in this post, MLMS welcomes your application. For an informal discussion you may wish to contact on:

E-mail: jobs@mlms.org.uk