Oversee our formal and informal democratic processes, including Board and Council elections, motions and polls, creating an accessible and engaging experience for member-owners
Develop and deliver plans that increase member participation and support year-round democratic engagement opportunities
Co-ordinate outreach to prospective election candidates and lead candidate communications, providing professional guidance and support throughout the process
Work to increase engagement and turnout across elections, polls and wider democratic activity, using insight and feedback to continuously improve the member experience
Make sure election and poll results are delivered accurately, on time, and to the highest standards of administration, in line with Co-op Group rules and FCA guidance
Manage relationships with external suppliers, ensuring democratic activities are delivered to the right standard, on budget and to agreed timescales
Continuously identify new ways to involve member-owners in democratic processes and engage a broader and more diverse range of members
Support the effective functioning of local democracy, helping Council Members build meaningful connections with the members they represent

We're committed to making our roles as accessible as possible, so we only ask for the minimum criteria. To thrive here, you'll need to bring:
Experience of running elections end-to-end with a 'voter first' approach
Previous experience of working with elective representatives and external suppliers
A passion for continuous improvement and driving new ways to deliver democratic processes
Excellent written and oral communication skills and a keen eye for detail
A talent for building positive relationships with a wide variety of people up to senior level

We're looking for a Member Democracy Specialist to join our Member Influence and Democracy team. At Co-op, our 7.5 million member-owners are at the heart of everything we do. In this role, you'll help create meaningful opportunities for members to engage with and influence their Co-op, building strong connections between member-owners and their elected representatives and encouraging participation in the decisions that shape our business.

An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands
Stream - early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
24/7 colleague support service
Training and support for your development and career progression
Cycle-to-work scheme

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