George Bundock
Kings Langley,Hertfordshire
Summary
Motivated and results driven political activist and advisor with a proven track record of developing and executing campaigns, effectively managing issues with rapid turnaround and advocating for policy initiatives that benefit the heart of communities. Proficient at analysing complex policy issues, crafting compelling messaging, and presenting high quality ideas and solutions whilst exercising strong political judgement. Committed to creating positive change and empowering young people to participate in the political process.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
Project Manager
Unlock Digital
Westminster, United Kingdom
02.2023 - Current
- Oversaw the implementation and management of the London Digital Skills Map, a comprehensive resource that connects young individuals with digital skills opportunities across the city. Led the development and enhancement of the digital platform, ensuring its accuracy, accessibility, and user-friendliness.
- Worked closely with businesses and communities to secure laptop donations and implement the targeted laptop distribution programs, ensuring that these devices reached young people who needed them the most. Supported the logistics of laptop collection, refurbishment, and distribution, collaborating with stakeholders to maximize impact.
- Conducted outreach efforts, forging partnerships with key stakeholders such as educational institutions, community organizations, and corporate sponsors. Collaborated closely with these partners to identify opportunities for collaboration, secure funding, and expand the reach and impact of Unlock Digital's initiatives.
- Led research initiatives to gather insights and data on the digital skills landscape and the specific needs of young Londoners. Utilized research findings to inform program development, identify gaps in digital skills provision, and drive evidence-based decision-making within the organization.
Political Advisor
Korski4London
London, Greater London
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed and delivered comprehensive briefing materials, both verbal and written, to ensure the candidate's strong command of key issues and effective communication during engagements - that also effectively conveyed the campaign's messages and accomplishments to the media and the public.
- Provided day-to-day support, taking the lead on ground operations, attending and supporting events, hustings, and engagements. Helped coordinate the candidate's on the ground schedule and fostered strong relationships with event organisers.
- Guided and advised the candidate on a daily basis, securing valuable media opportunities, crafting compelling key messaging, and worked closely with teams within the campaign. Leveraged my network to successfully recruited a team of talented individuals, including ex-special advisors and parliamentary staffers, to bolster the campaign's capabilities and expertise., particularly in policy.
- Offered strategic political guidance, ensuring effective messaging and securing several high level endorsements, and also drafting endorsement quotes and material. Leveraged knowledge of political dynamics to ensure the campaign's ideas were in line with prevailing trends and garnered broad support.
Youth Policy Development Group
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
London, United Kingdom
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Member of the UK Government's only youth policy group, championing and representing issues important to young people and gaining insight into public policy and working on comprehensive policy briefs.
- Engaged in diverse policy work, whether collaborating with DEFRA on genetic modification in the food system to working with the DfE and NGO's on tackling youth unemployment.
- Contributed to the 10-year Mental Health Strategy, providing input, modifying public consultation papers, and engaging in high-level discussions with Ministers, MP's and No10, whilst also working across Departments.
- Demonstrated leadership through chairing roundtables with senior departmental officials, delivering speeches and presentations to Ministers and Downing Street representatives, and providing actionable, evidence led solutions.
Education
GCSEs -
Kings Langley School
HertfordshireSkills
- Public speaking (Delivered keynote speeches in Parliament for the London Green Belt Council and the APPG on Political Literacy Also addressed Ministers, Diplomats and the media at the 60th Anniversary celebrations of Ugandan Independence)
- Strategic thinking and campaign support
- Evidence led, knowledge rich approach
- Leadership and negotiation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Networked and well connected
Accomplishments
- Led teams of 30+ in Eastern Uganda, being at the front line of some of the most pressing humanitarian and conservation threats, working towards the UN's Sustainable Development Initiatives.
- Supported the Prime Minister's leadership campaign in 2022 and advocated for and initiated his 'Plan for Young People'. Now working to develop youth focused initiatives with No10, such as 'Youth Connect'.
- As Young Conservatives Chairman for Hemel Hempstead, I revitalized the Conservative Future group into a thriving YC branch. Organized popular events, including at Party Conference, effectively used social media to boost membership and provided strategic guidance for neighbouring branches and also on a national level. Additionally, I work closely with Conservative Friends of groups, serving on the board of CFEducation, aiding CFIndia, and advising the CPF.
Timeline
Political Advisor
Korski4London
04.2023 - 07.2023
Project Manager
Unlock Digital
02.2023 - Current
Youth Policy Development Group
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
12.2021 - 04.2023
GCSEs -
Kings Langley School