Salary guide
Campaign Manager (Political)
- Average salary
- £30,000 – £60,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
PoliticsPublic Affairs
- Political campaigns in the UK can last just a few weeks
Other names this job is known by
- Political Campaign Director
- Election Manager
Key responsibilities
- Plan and execute political campaigns
- Develop messaging and strategy
- Coordinate volunteers and staff
- Manage budgets and fundraising
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in politics, communications, or public relations
- Experience in political volunteering or activism
- Leadership and media relations skills
- Fundraising and organisational skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Campaign Manager
- Political Director
- Consultant
- Elected Official
How to get the job
- Study politics, communications, or public relations
- Gain experience in political volunteering or activism
- Progress to campaign management roles with further training
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