OneConversation Campaign Lead (Activist / Community Organiser)
Unanima, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
Contract: Freelance, February – December 2026 (start date negotiable)
Time commitment: 1 day per week, plus some additional hours around key campaign actions
Fee: £9,200 (fixed project fee inclusive of VAT)
Deadline to apply: 09.01.2026
About Unanima
Unanima is an Arts Council England NPO based in Mansfield, working to dismantle systemic barriers that suppress the ambitions of learning‑disabled and autistic people in the arts and more. Our work spans theatre, music, activism, festivals, training, community development and cultural campaigning. OneConversation is Unanima’s grassroots activist movement strand: a bold, creative, lived‑experience‑led group speaking up for equity, dignity, and representation.
Purpose of the Role
We are seeking a values‑driven freelance Campaign Lead to co‑design and deliver a creative activism project with our OneConversation group. This role is ideal for someone passionate about social justice, disability rights, community organising and creative activism – someone who believes lived experience should lead change.
The project will explore the themes of meaning, purpose, and social connection, and will build towards a public‑facing campaign moment linked to OneFest 2026, delivered in July 2026, and local/regional or national advocacy and/or visibility.
To work alongside Unanima’s learning‑disabled and autistic activists to design and deliver a creative campaign that:
* amplifies their collective voice
* increases visibility and influence
* builds confidence, skills and social connection
* results in at least one public‑facing action or event
* leaves a clear legacy and continuation plan
What Success Looks Like
By August 2026, the freelancer/company will have:
1. Developed a clear, co‑created campaign narrative and strategy, shaped with the Unanima team and activists.
2. Delivered weekly in‑person sessions (to begin with) that build skills, confidence and activism capacity and/or propose a new model for delivery of this group for example quarterly sessions.
3. Produced accessible, creative campaign materials (digital or physical) and worked closely alongside our marketing team.
4. Led or coordinated at least one public campaign action (e.g., gathering, performance, creative intervention, social media action, workshop, community event).
5. Strengthened relationships between OneConversation and the wider community, including partners, organisations, and local influencers.
6. Created a short legacy or succession plan outlining next steps, partnership opportunities and recommendations for the group.
Scope of Work
Co‑Creation & Facilitation
* Facilitate weekly in‑person sessions in Mansfield moving towards a new delivery model as suited or less frequent sessions – to be co‑designed with the group and team.
* Co‑design campaign goals, messaging and activity with activists.
* Ensure all work is accessible, inclusive and person‑centred.
Campaign Design & Delivery
* Develop a simple but robust campaign plan.
* Create or support the creation of campaign content (social, creative, printed, or digital).
* Coordinate logistics, materials, and any public actions.
* Support activists to contribute ideas, lead moments and take ownership.
Community Engagement & Partnerships
* Build links with local groups, stakeholders, media, businesses and allies.
* Represent the campaign at events/meetings where appropriate.
* Identify opportunities for the campaign to grow its reach.
* Capture feedback and reflections where appropriate.
* Produce a short end‑of‑project summary and future recommendations.
Budget & Fees
* £9,200 fixed freelance fee (inclusive of all delivery time).
* Additional delivery budget available for materials, workshops and travel (agreed in advance).
* Payment schedule: via monthly itemised invoicing.
Who We’re Looking For
1. Campaigning & Community Organising – Demonstrates experience in campaigning, activism, co‑production or community organising; able to design and deliver activity that mobilises people, communicates a clear message, and builds collective agency.
2. Communication & Storytelling – Communicates clearly and accessibly across diverse audiences; confident in adapting information into inclusive, engaging formats (spoken, written, visual or digital); able to support others to share their stories safely and meaningfully.
3. Inclusive, Values‑Led Practice – Deep commitment to disability rights, equity, and person‑centred working; demonstrates judgement, empathy and professionalism when working with learning‑disabled and autistic adults; approaches facilitation through kindness, respect and collaborative decision‑making; leads group sessions that are accessible, safe and co‑created; manages group dynamics and creates environments where participants feel heard, included and valued.
4. Self‑Management & Delivery – Works independently, organises workload, meets deadlines and maintains a strong delivery focus; comfortable planning sessions, managing logistics and delivering activity without day‑to‑day supervision.
5. Digital & Public Communications – Competent using social media or other public‑facing communication channels to support campaigning and awareness‑raising; understands how to communicate values‑led messages online in an ethical, safe and accessible way.
6. Creative Campaign Production – Brings creative skills such as design, video, content creation, performance or community arts to enhance campaign visibility.
7. Participatory & Inclusive Arts Practice – Experience working in participatory, community or inclusive arts settings with an understanding of co‑creation processes; knowledge of social care, disability justice, SEND landscapes or human rights frameworks; translates complex issues into accessible insight for the group.
8. Local Insight & Contextual Awareness – Awareness of the Mansfield / Ashfield context – including rurality, health inequalities, deprivation, high levels of disability and neurodivergence in the region and how these shape people’s lived experiences.
9. Working Alongside Lived Experience – Skilled in working with people who bring lived and learned experience, ensuring their autonomy, agency and confidence within grassroots activist settings.
How to Apply
Please send:
* Your CV or a short bio (up to 3 pages).
* A short written, video or audio statement (1–2 pages or 3–5 minutes) telling us:
o why this work matters to you
o your approach to activism/community organising
o an example of a campaign or community project you’ve led
o how you would approach working with our OneConversation activists
* Any relevant links or examples of work.
Send applications to: info@unanima.uk
Deadline: 09.01.2026
EEO Statement
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Lived experience of disability or neurodivergence is particularly valued. We will make reasonable adjustments for all applicants.
Seniority Level
Entry Level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other – Performing Arts
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