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JOBS:
Title: Deputy National Field Director Status: Exempt
Reports To: National Field Director
Positions Reporting To This Position: Field Organizers
General Description:
The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) works to turn environmental values into national priorities. To secure the environmental future of our planet, LCV’s mission is to advocate for sound environmental policies, to elect pro-environmental candidates who will adopt and implement such policies and to provide the state LCVs with the resources and tools to accomplish and sustain their mission. The Deputy National Field Director will work with the National Field Director to develop and oversee field related activities on issues and elections.
Responsibilities:
Work with national LCV staff and state LCVs to help implement field plans for issue campaigns (energy, global warming, transportation, toxics) and electoral campaigns, including canvasses, grassroots phonebanks and other mobilization efforts.
Help build LCV and the state LCVs’ volunteer capacity and membership engagement, including working closely with the online team to get our members to engage in our campaigns.
Work with the overall field team including state LCVs to oversee organizers focused on national campaigns.
Work closely with national staff and state LCVs to ensure that other program activities (paid phones, mail, advertising, etc) are fully-integrated with field activities.
Ensure that all metrics related to field activities are properly tracked in VAN.
Ensure compliance and reporting of all field-related electoral activities working with Legal and Finance Divisions and, where appropriate, state LCVs.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education: College degree required.
Work experience: 1 to 2 cycles of field experience on either issue or electoral campaigns.
Skills: Strong organizing skills; creative and aggressive in pursuing organizing opportunities; commitment to metrics and tracking progress; works well in a fast-paced environment and able to multi-task without sacrificing quality of work; understanding of environmental issues and their potential to engage the public.
Conditions: Ability to work overtime with little notice; able to work hours exceeding stated office hours to get the job done; ability and willingness to travel. This position is based in Washington, D.C.
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@lcv.org with Deputy National Field Director in the subject line by October 21, 2011. No phone calls please.
League of Conservation Voters is an equal opportunity employer
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OPEN DC BASED POSITIONS at PPFA
Speechwriter to the President (NYC or DC):
https://plannedparenthoodext.hire.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-59210&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any
Manager, Political Research:
https://plannedparenthoodext.hire.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-63467&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any
Manager, Youth Organizing:
https://plannedparenthoodext.hire.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-63607&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any
Associate, Campus Organizing:
https://plannedparenthoodext.hire.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-63573&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any
Associate, Latino Outreach:
https://plannedparenthoodext.hire.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-63587&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any
OPEN NYC BASED POSITIONS at PPFA
Director, Foundation Relations
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Director, Research & Prospect Management
https://plannedparenthoodext.hire.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-63593&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any
Manager, Development Operations
https://plannedparenthoodext.hire.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-63470&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCode=any
Speechwriter to the President (NYC or DC):
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QUESTIONS/CONTACT:
Kathleen A. Sherwin
Advisor to the President
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
434 West 33rd Street, New York, NY 10001
1110 Vermont Avenue, Washington DC, 20005
kathleen.sherwin@ppfa.org
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Immigration Organizer – Faith in Public Life
Overview
Faith in Public Life seeks organizers in Nebraska and Pennsylvania to work with both grasstops and grassroots faith leaders to push back against state-level, anti-immigrant legislation. The primary responsibility of organizers will be implementing a leadership development program in targeted areas, including the recruitment of program participants and the facilitation of the program itself. Additionally, organizers will be tasked with identifying and mobilizing faith-driven immigration supporters at the grassroots level.
Organizers will be required to attend training in Washington, DC in early December of 2011 and will begin full-time work in January of 2012. The campaign will run through June of 2012, with the possibility of continuation depending on funding and program outcomes.
About Faith in Public Life
Faith in Public Life is a strategy center that promotes faith in the public square as a positive and unifying force for justice, compassion and the common good. Since its founding in 2005, FPL has broadened the debate over the role of faith in politics and public policy by amplifying progressive faith voices in the media, challenging the narrow agenda of the religious right and building diverse coalitions with national and state-based partners on moral issues such as health care, immigration reform and economic justice.
Following the 2004 election, when faith was often hijacked for partisan gain, a diverse group of 40 religious and social justice leaders founded Faith in Public Life to advance a positive alternative: an inclusive and unifying faith movement that would counter the religious right and mobilize faith leaders working to promote the common good. Since its official launch in 2006, FPL has emerged as the most influential faith-based organization building this burgeoning movement’s media presence and capacity, providing strategic assistance to faith-based coalitions, developing creative online communities and campaigns, and sponsoring groundbreaking opinion research.
Job Responsibilities
Immigration Organizers will be responsible for the following:
· Recruiting faith leaders from specific geographical regions, through one-on-one meetings, to participate a leadership development program centered around immigration issues.
· Coordinating each piece of the program as designed by FPL’s Partnership and Outreach Coordinator. This will include planning public and media events, facilitating discussions, organizing political actions, and nurturing relationships with each program participant.
· Conducting phone-based voter contact efforts to identify faith-driven grassroots opponents of anti-immigrant legislation.
· Reaching and reporting back on specific goals around voter contact, clergy recruitment, and activities.
· Liaising with local immigration groups to engage them in our project, identify opportunities for synergy, and share resources and contacts
· Recruiting and supervising volunteers to help with voter contact efforts.
Qualifications
Faith in Public Life seeks details-focused candidates with excellent relationship-building skills and a demonstrated ability to see projects through to completion. The ideal applicant will be/have:
· Fearless about reaching out to new people,
· Excellent at communicating and persuading people to adopt new perspectives on issues
· An understanding of and desire to work with the faith-based community
· Previous organizing experience with a political campaign, advocacy group, or non-profit organization. Specific experience in Pennsylvania or Nebraska is a plus.
· An enthusiasm for working with diverse people and groups to accomplish shared goals
· A track record of successfully completing long-term projects and meeting goals on time
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to Beau Underwood, Partnership and Outreach Coordinator, at bunderwood@faithinpubliclife.org.
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USSA HIRING ANNOUNCEMENT:
NATIONAL FIELD DIRECTOR
United States Student Association
The United States Student Association, the country’s oldest and largest national student-led organization, develops current and future leaders and amplifies the student voice at the local, state, and national levels by mobilizing grassroots power to win concrete victories on student issues.
United States Student Association Foundation
The United States Student Association Foundation ensures the pipeline of effective student leadership by facilitating education, training and other development opportunities at national, state and local levels in advocating for issues that affect students.
Field Department
The Field Department led by the National Field Director is the organizing arm of USSA/F. It is currently comprised of the national field director and 2 national field associates, also working very closely with the trainings director. The department works to implement USSA/Fs programs and campaigns in USSA member campuses, while helping to expand USSAs base. The purpose of the department is to build power for students through running campaigns on issues that impact students’ lives while developing student leaders and building strong student organizations at the local, state, and national level. The National Field Director will be charged with implementing strategy around USSA’s current initiatives along with preparing and finalizing our plan for the 2012 Electoral Action Project through which the organization will register, educate, and mobilize student voters across the country. The National Field Director works with student leaders across the country in a variety of roles but always with the end goal of building the student movement and making an impact in their everyday lives.
Responsibilities
· Develop USSA campaign plans and organizing materials for national campaigns which include, but are not limited to, toolkits and manuals, etc.
· Plan and implement USSAF’s 2012 Electoral Action Project, a national campaign to register, educate and mobilize student voters
· Supervise the overall implementation of USSA organizing programs in the field
· Work with the SLAP (Student Labor Action Project) on USSA national campaigns.
· Develop a comprehensive evaluation system of USSA national action agenda campaigns.
· Develop USSA organizing resources for State & System Student Associations and campus members.
· Develop campaign and recruitment tracking systems (both issue and electoral campaigns)
· Manage communications and media outreach which include but are not limited to email action alerts, social media, etc.
· Train students with the help of the Regional Field Associates in grassroots organizing and electoral organizing principles and skills.
· Work with the Trainings Director to adjust and create new trainings for leadership development purposes.
· Collaborate in planning, recruiting for, and staffing of two annual USSA conferences and other USSA sponsored trainings.
· Promote the department, USSA, and USSAF at conferences, coalition meetings, mailings, and through day-to-day contact with students and other non-profits.
Preferred Experience
· Understanding of Direct Action Organizing.
· Grassroots campaign experience through campus or community campaigns.
· Experience planning and running an Electoral Campaign on campus or in community.
· Training experience, especially peer-to-peer training.
· Experience managing and training staff and or volunteers
· Student, student government, state wide system associations and/or community organizing experience.
· Experience organizing in/with student of color communities.
· Electoral Organizing experience.
· Experience in Coalition development.
· Participation in GROW, EAT or Midwest Academy training a plus.
· Experience working with USSA, a state or system student association, or higher education access issues.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Self-motivated, outgoing, detailed-oriented.
· Willingness to work evening, weekends and travel.
Salary and Benefits
· Starting Salary is $34,500, full health insurance, 2 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays, and assistance with loan repayment
To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, 3 references and a 2 page writing sample to Víctor Sánchez atpres@usstudents.org
by October 15th, 2011. Email subject shall state: “National Field Director”. Please no phone calls, faxes or mail-in applications.
USSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. People of color, women, gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, and differently-abled people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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USSA HIRING ANNOUNCEMENT:
WEST COAST National Field Associate
United States Student Association
The United States Student Association, the country’s oldest and largest national student-led organization, develops current and future leaders and amplifies the student voice at the local, state, and national levels by mobilizing grassroots power to win concrete victories on student issues.
United States Student Association Foundation
The United States Student Association Foundation ensures the pipeline of effective student leadership by facilitating education, training and other development opportunities at national, state and local levels in advocating for issues that affect students.
Field Department
The Field Department led by the National Field Director is the organizing arm of USSA/F. It is currently comprised of the national field director, 2 national field associates, and the trainings director. The department works to implement USSA/Fs programs and campaigns on USSA member campuses, while helping to expand USSAs base and prepare students to be fully engaged in the upcoming 2012 election. The purpose of the department is to build power for students through running campaigns on issues that impact students’ lives while developing student leaders and building strong student organizations at the local, state, and national level. The West Coast National Field Associate works with student leaders in the region—states include but are not limited to: CA, OR, WA, CO—in a variety of roles but always with the end goal of building the student movement and making an impact in their everyday lives. The expected start date is November 3, 2011 in Washington, D.C for transition and staff development. The West Coast National Field Associate position will be based full time in Olympia, Washington starting January 3rd 2012. The West Coast National Field Associate will be directly part of the Field Department of USSA/F.
Responsibilities
· Work with the National Field Director to develop USSA campaign plans and organizing materials for national campaigns.
· Implement national field plan including field visits and grassroots campus campaigns through planning, implementation, and evaluation.
· Train students across the western region of the country in grassroots organizing and electoral organizing principles, strategy and skills
· Collaborate in planning, recruiting for, and staffing of two annual USSA conferences and other USSA sponsored trainings.
· Promote the department, USSA, and USSAF at conferences, coalition meetings, mailings, and through day-to-day contact with people.
· Represent USSA among field based coalitions in the absence of the National Field Director
· Developing and supervising diverse and strong coalition on campuses that include student governments and student organizations (Student of Color, LGBTQ, Women, etc.)
· Responsible for implementing USSA’s National Field Plan and Electoral 2012 Plan for their respective state and campuses.
· Work to recruit and retain USSA members in their respective states.
· Organizing and conducting regional/state/campus trainings and strategy sessions.
· Making field visits to member campuses and State Student Associations around the country
· Assist in the development of National People of Color Student Coalition & its affiliates
· Develop materials around affirmative action and recruitment & retention programs of underrepresented students.
· Research/gather information around student of color issue campaigns.
· Focus on organizing Minority Serving Institutions (Historically Black Colleges & Universities, Hispanic Serving Institutions & Tribal Colleges)
· Working with the National Field Director to begin the development of SSAs in member states and prospective member states
· Support the continued growth and development of member SSAs..
Preferred Experience
· Understanding of Direct Action Organizing.
· Experience managing and training staff and or volunteerS.
· Student, student government, state wide system associations and/or community organizing experience.
· Experience organizing in/with student or color communities.
· Electoral Organizing experience.
· Experience in Coalition development.
· Participation in Grassroots Organizing Weekend, Electoral Action Training or Midwest Academy training a plus.
· Experience working with USSA or higher education access issues.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Self-motivated, outgoing, detailed-oriented.
· Willingness to work evening, weekends, and travel.
· Experience with online social networks, websites and online organizing
Salary and Benefits
· Base salary of $32,000, full health insurance, 2 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays, and assistance with loan repayment
To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, 3 references and a 2 page writing sample to Víctor Sánchez atpres@usstduents.org
by October 15th. Email subject shall state: “National Field Associate”. Please no phone calls, faxes or mail in applications.
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POSITION: High School Operations Director at Harlem Village Academies
LOCATION: New York, NY
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Our client, Harlem Village Academies (HVA) is widely recognized as a national leader in the education reform movement. Its growing network of public charter schools is transforming the lives of children in Harlem by providing them with an excellent education. Led by a team of passionate social entrepreneurs, Harlem Village Academies has developed and effectively executed on a clear, focused strategy: hire talented and passionate teachers, provide them with autonomy and extensive professional support, and hold them accountable for results. HVA sets high standards for students’ academic performance and personal conduct; intervenes with love and rigor when a child is off-track; and engenders in students a love of learning, a spirit of community and dedication to academic and behavioral excellence.
Harlem Village Academies has achieved national prominence as one of the highest performing urban schools in the country. Students enter the academies several years below grade-level, many with a history of poor behavior. Yet, after a few years with the school they make remarkable gains.
· 100% of its eighth graders passed the N.Y.S. Math Test, four years in a row
· 98% of its 8th grade students passed the New York State Science exam.
· 99% of its 8th grade students passed the Integrated Algebra Regents exam.
· 100% of its high school students passed the English, Global History and US History Regents exams.
· Harlem Village Academy Middle School was the highest scoring school in Harlem on the 2011 New York City Department of Education progress reports.
In addition to its track record of educational excellence, Harlem Village Academies has an exceptionally committed Board of Directors and an extraordinary group of supporters, including some of the country’s most prominent and influential leaders in business, finance, real estate and media. Harlem Village Academies is regularly featured in New York and national media and serves as a model for schools across the United States. New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg calls Harlem Village Academies “a model of excellence” and “the poster child for this country.”
ABOUT THE POSITION:
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and entrepreneurial leader to play a critical role at one of the city's best performing high schools at an exciting moment in the school's trajectory. Moving into a new facility, designed and created specifically for HVA, the high school is poised for continued high performance and growth. The High School Operations Director will report to the Principal and will be a key member of the school's leadership team.
Responsibilities include:
· Build and maintain effective systems to support the needs of teachers, from ordering and proactively stocking materials to ensuring that technology and other tools necessary for instruction are readily available
· Plan and execute educational programs and activities such as Saturday school, field trips, special events and other professional development and community activities, ensuring the proper resources are available and the programs run smoothly
· Hire, manage and develop all teams involved in the success of daily school operations (e.g.: security, transportation, custodial staff, kitchen staff and school office personnel)
· Partner with the principal on staff culture initiatives to promote an orderly, peaceful and caring school culture
· Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the building, recognizing it as an integral part of an effective learning environment and a carrier of the organization’s culture
· Optimize the scheduling of class time and available facilities for maximum use, both day-to-day and throughout the school year
· Create and implement a strategic and logistical plan to move into HVA's brand new high school, ensuring that the transition is executed on-time and on-budget
· Manage fixed expenses and track operational budgets
· Ensure compliance with all state, federal and local laws and policies; manage school’s audits and compliance inspections
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
The High School Operations Director must be a dynamic, engaging individual who inspires colleagues towards excellence and leads by example and influence. The ideal candidate will have a track record of success planning and executing complex projects and processes in an entrepreneurial setting.
Other qualifications:
· 5+ years of related work experience, teaching experience strongly preferred
· Demonstrated ability managing and inspiring teams of people towards ambitious goals and day-to-day excellence
· Proven track record of successfully developing, implementing and managing systems and processes
· Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills; able to oversee multiple, high-priority work streams
· Commitment to teamwork with a willingness to be hands-on and do whatever it takes to support the success of Harlem Village Academies
· Bachelor's degree required
Organizational Culture
HVA’s team members are expected to be committed to the mission, vision and values of Harlem Village Academies, have a positive and professional attitude, exhibit a very strong work ethic (including a willingness to work long hours) and possess an inner drive for personal and professional excellence. The ideal candidate will thrive in an entrepreneurial and results-driven environment.
COMPENSATION:
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
To apply for this position, visit: http://www.on-ramps.com/jobs/659
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Domestic Workers United
Job title: Lead Organizer
Term: Full-time with at least a 1-year commitment
Salary: $47,000-$50,000 plus benefits
Application deadline: Open until filled
Background:
Founded in 2000, Domestic Workers United (DWU) is an organization of
Caribbean, Latina and African nannies, housekeepers, and elderly
caregivers in New York, organizing for power, respect, fair labor
standards and to help build a movement for social change.
Over the last 10 years, DWU has laid a strong foundation for the
transformation of the domestic work industry by building a grassroots
membership base of 4500 workers, establishing the first Nanny Training
Course, and by winning over half a million dollars in unpaid wages for
exploited domestic workers. DWU also produced the first comprehensive
industry-wide report entitled "Home is Where the Work Is: Inside New
York's Domestic Work Industry," along with leading the formation of
the National Domestic Workers Alliance, assembling a model multi-
sector coalition through grassroots-led campaigns, and passing
groundbreaking and historic legislation at both the city and state
levels in support of rights and recognition for domestic workers. In
2010, DWU and its allies brought their power to bear when the nation's
first Domestic Workers Bill of Rights was finally signed into law in
New York. New York domestic workers are now guaranteed basic rights
and protections, including paid days off, overtime, and protection
from discrimination.
DWU seeks a full-time Lead Organizer who will coordinate leadership
development, coordinate campaigns, and guide overall political strategy
—in collaboration with DWU staff and member committees.
The Lead Organizer’s responsibilities will include:
A) Leadership and Skills Development:
• Supervise and provide skills training for DWU’s organizing staff
• Coordinate political education and community organizer skills
training for DWU’s member committees
B) Campaign Coordination:
• Coordinate and support DWU’s organizing team to run the Know Your
Rights campaign that focuses on Bill of Rights implementation and
educates and trains domestic workers to exercise their new rights on
the job
• Coordinate and support DWU’s Ambassadors and Base-Building Committee
as they develop worker-run local groups in different parts of the city
C) Strategy:
• Guide strategy for DWU’s Justice for Exploited Workers campaigns,
and link these individual-case campaigns to broader policy agendas
• Guide strategy for DWU’s Domestic Justice Dialogue Project, laying
the groundwork for collective bargaining in the domestic work industry
• Help lead DWU’s participation in local and national coalition work,
and support the growth of a strong domestic workers’ movement.
Requirements:
• Minimum of five years experience as a lead organizer, preferably in
a union and/or workers’ center context
• Demonstrated experience providing leadership for policy campaigns at
the state or national level
• Strong supervision skills and a minimum of three years’ experience
supervising others
• Strong training and mentorship skills, and a commitment to skill-
sharing and coaching in the context of grassroots organizations
• Strong teamwork abilities for close collaboration with other staff
and member committees
• Superb research, analytical, writing, oral communication, and
interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel
• Dedication and ability to work flexible hours, including some
evenings and weekends
• Proficiency in Windows applications and other information
technologies
• Demonstrated commitment to grassroots organizing and building power
of poor and working people
• Familiarity with the landscape of domestic worker organizing, and
organizing by other excluded workers
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred
To apply:
DWU encourages applications from women and people of color.
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to
dwu.search@gmail.com.
This position is open until filled.
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Domestic Workers United
Job title: Communications Coordinator
Term: Part-time, 20 hours per week, with at least 1-year commitment
Salary: $25,000 plus benefits
Application deadline: Open until Filled
Background:
Founded in 2000, Domestic Workers United (DWU) is an organization of
Caribbean, Latina and African nannies, housekeepers, and elderly
caregivers in New York, organizing for power, respect, fair labor
standards and to help build a movement for social change.
Over the last 10 years, DWU has laid a strong foundation for the
transformation of the domestic work industry by building a grassroots
membership base of 4500 workers, establishing the first Nanny Training
Course, and by winning over half a million dollars in unpaid wages for
exploited domestic workers. DWU also produced the first comprehensive
industry-wide report entitled "Home is Where the Work Is: Inside New
York's Domestic Work Industry," along with leading the formation of
the National Domestic Workers Alliance, assembling a model multi-
sector coalition through grassroots-led campaigns, and passing
groundbreaking and historic legislation at both the city and state
levels in support of rights and recognition for domestic workers. In
2010, DWU and its allies brought their power to bear when the nation's
first Domestic Workers Bill of Rights was finally signed into law in
New York. New York domestic workers are now guaranteed basic rights
and protections, including paid days off, overtime, and protection
from discrimination.
DWU seeks a part-time Communications Coordinator who will be
responsible for coordinating DWU’s external communications strategies,
working in close coordination with both DWU’s organizing team and
development staff.
The Communications Coordinator’s responsibilities will include:
• Develop and coordinate an overall communications plan to
successfully project DWU’s work to a broad audience
• Work closely with DWU’s fund development staff to design
communications strategies targeting potential donors
• Work closely with DWU’s organizing team to ensure powerful messaging
for organizing campaigns, and the strategic use of media
communications for campaign work
• Oversee the production of DWU publications, including annual report,
and assist staff with other program-related communications
• Plan modernization of DWU’s web presence, and maintain up-to-date
website content
• Coordinate online communications, including production of regular e-
newsletters and use of social media sites to promote DWU’s work in a
timely manner
• Maintain media database and cultivate new relationships with local
and regional media outlets
• Provide mentorship and communications skills training for DWU member-
leaders
Requirements:
• Minimum of five years managing communications for a not-for-profit,
ideally in the context of social justice organizations
• Experience designing and coordinating multi-faceted communications
strategies
• Excellent graphic design and desktop publishing skills
• Excellent skills for working with traditional and social media
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Strong teamwork abilities for close collaboration with other staff
and member committees
• Experience with skill-sharing and coaching in the context of
grassroots organizations
• Experience working in deadline-driven environments
• Superb communication and interpersonal skills
• Dedication and ability to work flexible hours, including some
evenings and weekends
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and working for workers’
rights
• Familiarity with the landscape of domestic worker organizing, and
organizing by other excluded workers
• Language skills in Spanish a plus.
To apply:
DWU encourages applications from women and people of color.
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to
dwu.search@gmail.com.
This position is open until filled.
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Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Programs
The Brennan Center for Justice at New York University School of Law is
a non-partisan public policy and law institute that focuses on the
fundamental issues of democracy and justice. Our work ranges from
voting rights to campaign finance reform, from racial justice in
criminal law to presidential power in the fight against terrorism. A
singular institution – part think tank, part public interest law firm,
part advocacy group – the Brennan Center combines scholarship,
legislative and legal advocacy, and communications to win meaningful,
measurable change in the public sector.
We seek an energetic, motivated, well-organized individual who will
provide administrative support and research assistance to the Center’s
Vice President for Programs. The Vice President for Programs guides
and supervises the organization’s substantive programs, including the
Democracy, Justice, and Liberty and National Security programs, as
well as the work of the organization’s Washington, D.C. office. As
such, his assistant will engage in all of the Brennan Center’s program
areas.
Responsibilities will include:
• Managing calendar (includes scheduling and confirming meetings)
• Drafting correspondence
• Communicating with internal and external constituents
• Coordinating key projects and meetings
• Making travel arrangements
• Answering and screening incoming calls
• Filing and general administrative support
• Providing some general operational support under the supervision of
the Operations Director
The ideal candidate will have:
• A bachelor’s degree
• Keen attention to detail and an ability to multi-task
• An openness to evolving responsibilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• A high degree of integrity, discretion and tact
• An interest in politics and public policy
• A sense of humor and an ability to build positive working
relationships
• Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Salary: Commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package.
Application:
The application deadline is November 6, 2011, but applications will be
considered on a rolling basis. Please upload a single PDF or Word
document containing a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample
at http://brennancenter.theresumator.com/apply/Z3kbxl/Executive-Assistant-To-The-Vice-President-For-Programs.html?source=jobsthatareleft
(where it says ‘attach resume’). No phone calls, please.
For more information about the Brennan Center, visit our website:
http://www.brennancenter.org.
The Brennan Center, an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer,
is strongly committed to diversity and welcomes applicants of all
races, ethnicities, genders, and sexual orientations, and applicants
who have been previously incarcerated.
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Celebrated nonprofit is currently seeking an office manager to oversee
the administrative duties of its DC national office. This position is
for the diligent worker who possesses outstanding problem-solving
skills and excels under pressure. As the office manager, you will be
responsible for day-to-day logistics, including managing office
correspondence, processing staff benefits, managing the accounting and
adhering to the accounting deadlines, assisting with meeting
preparation, and other duties as assigned. Exceptional candidates
operate autonomously as well as within a team and have the ability to
meet tight deadlines while handling multiple projects. The chosen
candidate will have at least three years of administrative experience,
and those candidates with accounting experience and Spanish fluency
will receive special consideration. If you’re interested in
contributing your experience to this generous association, please send
your resume to carly.jones@traklegal.com.
CAMPAIGN:
West Finance Assistant
Specific Responsibilities Include:
· Assist the West Finance Director & Deputy Director in the day to day fundraising operations for the Western Region; Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.
· Assist in the development and execution of all fundraising events conducted in the West region.
· Prepare donor meeting and event materials, and fundraising reports as necessary.
· Manage the NGP donor database for the West region.
· Other duties as needed.
Required Skills:
· Previous political fundraising experience.
· NGP experience is required.
· Travel is sometimes required for this position.
· Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects at once.
· Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
To apply, please complete the application at http://dccc.org/wfa. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Midwest Finance Assistant
Specific Responsibilities Include:
· Assist the Midwest Finance Director in the day to day fundraising operations for the Midwest region; focusing onWest Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and also including Native American Indian Tribes.
· Assist in the development and execution of all fundraising events conducted in the Midwest region.
· Prepare donor meeting and event materials, and fundraising reports as necessary.
· Manage the NGP donor database for the Midwest region.
· Other duties as needed.
Required Skills:
· Previous political fundraising experience.
· NGP experience is required.
· Travel is sometimes required for this position.
· Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects at once.
· Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
To apply, please complete the application at http://dccc.org/mfa. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
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The Minnesota DFL Party is now accepting applications for the positions of Executive Director and Communications Director. For more information, please visit dfl.org. The deadline for applications is Friday, October 14th, 2011.
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Overall Responsibility
The Finance Director will work with the Executive Director to create
the structure necessary to ensure fundraising goals are met and that
the Nevada Senate Democrats (NSD) has the resources available to
accomplish their overall goals. The Finance Director will develop and
implement a finance plan for the caucus as well as finance plans and
assistance to individual members of the caucus. The Finance
Director will assist members in call-time, coordinate fundraising
events and seek new financial support for the NSD.
Responsibilities include
1. Researching and soliciting potential donors.
2. Maintaining fundraising database.
3. Call time for NSD members.
4. Help plan and execute of all major fundraising events.
5. Schedule meetings with key top donors.
6. Travel with chairman of campaign committee to fundraising meetings
and events.
Requirements
1. 2-3 years experience in political fundraising. Caucus experience
preferred but not required.
2. Experience developing and implementing a finance plan.
3. Proficiency in NGP.
4. Strong communications skills.
Salary
Based on experience. Relocation to Las Vegas a must.
About the Nevada Senate Democrats
Headquartered in Las Vegas, the Nevada Senate Democrats provides
support to endorsed candidates and to members of the caucus. We
currently have a 1-seat majority and our caucus is considered a top
target by Democratic and Republican organizations in Nevada and across
the country.
How to apply
Please send a finance plan from a past campaign that includes the
projected raise goals and actual raise amounts along with a cover
letter, salary requirements and resume to mluce@nvsenatedems. Please
include 3 references. No phone calls please.
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State Finance Director – US Senate campaign
Finance Director needed to run an aggressive fundraising program for an incumbent US Senator in top tier state. Dynamic team searching for a senior staffer to drive and manage fundraising operation in-state for the 2012 cycle.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Work with the Candidate, Finance Director and Campaign Manager to create and execute a fundraising plan for through the 2012 election. Establish monthly and quarterly fundraising goals and outline how they will be reached.
· Create and implement processes to support fundraising operation and increase efficiency.
· Plan and execute event fundraising program across the state. Schedule events with donors, manage lists and outreach, quickly recognize successful strategies and dig deeper and triage events that need help to meet the goals.
· Identify new donors and successful, creative solicitation strategies.
· Create grassroots fundraising program to increase donor engagement in the campaign throughout the state.
· Manage follow up on all correspondence and pledges.
· Make fundraising calls to donors in addition to candidate call time.
· Identify and recruit new donors.
· Supervise & train Finance team in donor research, event planning, & other support activities.
· Support finance director and other campaign operations as necessary.
Required skills:
· Organized and process oriented
· Professional and effective verbal and written communication skills
· Goal oriented and people-centric.
This position requires that you live in Washington state, have a valid driver’s license and a car, and work weekends and nights.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree minimum.
• 5-6 years of previous statewide or congressional campaign fundraising experience.
• Knowledge of NGP and other finance software.
Pay and benefits are commensurate with experience
Send your resume with a cover letter to info@cantwell.com
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Fairfax Victory 2011 is hiring to elect Democrats in Fairfax County.
Fairfax Victory 2011 PAC is a coalition of elected officials working
to elect Democrats in Fairfax County. We are hiring canvassers to
identify likely voters and turning out the vote for Democrats. We are
seeking driven professionals to join our campaigns.
Full Time and Part Time
Good Hours for Students – M-F (3-9pm) Sat (11-5) Sun (2-8)
Flat $10/Hr
To Apply Call or Email (Calls Preferred)
571-528-3004
fairfaxvictory11@gmail.com
INTERNSHIPS/FELLOWSHIPS:
Rep. Lynn C. Woolsey [CA-06] is now accepting applications for winter
interns in her Washington, D.C. office.
This position provides exposure to the legislative process while
developing a strong understanding of how a Congressional office
operates. Intern responsibilities include answering phones, leading
tours of the Capitol, opening and sorting mail and faxes, and the
potential to assist legislative staff with research and
correspondence. Applicants should be energetic, committed and have
excellent communication skills. California ties are a plus!
Please send your resume, cover letter and references to ca06internapp@gmail.com.
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An Illinois State Representative Candidate has Fellowship Openings.
Join our fast pace, exciting, and fun campaign and help us reform
Illinois
Fellows will have the opportunity to coordinate our field and new
media campaigns. They act as leaders among the field staff and and
help manage campaign events and field efforts. A fellow must be
willing to work for 25 hours a week and is willing to learn the
district inside and out.
The campaign is located in the Northwest Side of Chicago and is in a
diverse community. We are a progressive campaign and our fellows will
be included on some of the decision making as the campaign grows.
Requirements:
-Work 25 hours a week.
-Willing to knock doors and manage volunteers.
-A quick learner who is willing to learn complex campaign software and
databases.
-A willingness to take a leadership role on the campaign.
- Not required but helpful: Language proficiency in Spanish or
Polish
- We encourage people of color, women, and people who identify as
LGBTQ, among
many others, to apply. We are an equal opportunity workplace
If you are interested please send cover letter and resume to
progressnowIL@gmail.com
Contact politicalintersinSF@gmail.com with a resume and availability.
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PUBLIC INTEREST FELLOW
WASHINGTON, D.C. or OAKLAND, CA
Public Justice, a national public interest law firm that combines the
skills and resources of the private bar with the goals and knowledge
of the public interest community, seeks to hire a recent law school
graduate to serve as its Brayton-Thornton Attorney for two years in
either its Washington, D.C. headquarters or its Oakland, California
office. The Fellow will help develop, coordinate the handling of, and
litigate Public Justice’s cases. The position will be open beginning
in November 2011.
Public Justice is involved in a broader range of high-impact, cutting-
edge litigation than any public interest firm in the nation. Our
lawsuits fight for consumers’ and victims’ rights, the environment,
civil rights and civil liberties, public health and safety, workers’
rights, government and corporate accountability, and the protection of
the poor and powerless. Our Access to Justice Campaign works to keep
the courthouse doors open for all – by battling federal preemption,
unnecessary court secrecy, class action bans and abuses, unfair
mandatory arbitration, and other efforts to deprive people of their
day in court.
The Brayton-Thornton Attorney will help expand and enhance Public
Justice’s docket by networking with other public interest groups and
working collaboratively with Public Justice’s staff attorneys and the
over 3,000 outstanding trial lawyers who support Public Justice’s
work. He or she may also help to develop educational materials
designed to further advance Public Justice’s activities and projects.
The Fellow will be sponsored by two nationally-prominent plaintiffs’
lawyers: Alan R. Brayton of Novato, California’s Brayton Purcell LLP,
and Michael P. Thornton of Boston, Massachusetts’ Thornton & Naumes,
LLP.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Superb analytical, research, writing, and speaking skills
• At least two years of litigation-related experience preferred
• Self-motivation and optimistic, can-do personality
• Creativity and strong organizational skills
• Good sense of humor and ability to get along with others
• Healthy sense of outrage and desire to change the world for the
better
Preference given to individuals with demonstrated commitment to the
public interest and relevant experience. Salary is $50,000 per year.
Excellent benefits. Public Justice is an equal opportunity employer
with a non-smoking environment. Diversity valued. Applications
invited regardless of race, gender, national origin, sexual
orientation, age, or disability. Send cover letter, resume, writing
sample, transcript, and references to: Brayton-Thornton Fellowship
Opening, Public Justice, 555 12th Street, Suite 1620, Oakland CA 94607
or vni@publicjustice.net. Electronic submissions preferred. No calls
please. For more information, visit our website at www.publicjustice.net.
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Hi Tom,
Interested in building an online program that adds real value to your campaign, but not sure where to start? Or are you an experienced online organizer looking to expand your skills and learn some of the newest trends in New Media? We've got you covered.
Fundamentals of Online Organizing (November 2-3) will introduce you to the core elements of a New Media program, including email, fundraising, social networking, and building an integrated campaign. This program is designed for organizers looking to get a start in New Media, managers who want to better understand the potential for online engagement, and anyone looking for a holistic introduction to the field.
Advanced Online Organizing (November 7-8) is for experienced online organizers who are looking to build a bigger toolbox. You'll develop new skills in advanced topics, including implementing strategies for SMS and online advertising, the newest trends in social networking, and advanced email management.
Both of these courses will be taught be some of the most respected practitioners in the field, and will offer you cutting-edge techniques alongside tried-and-true practices in online organizing. Join us at the NOI training space in Washington, DC, and build your skills to better engage people online.
Tuition for each is $250 per person. Space is limited, and these courses fill quickly.
Register now for Fundamentals of Online Organizing, or Advanced Online Organizing.
Hope to see you at a training,
Melissa Ryan
New Media Director
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