Position: Deputy Live Training Director
Organization: National Democratic Training Committee
Location: Chicago, IL
The National Democratic Training Committee (NDTC) is looking for a Deputy Live Training Director (DLTD) to assist in developing our candidate trainings. The NDTC offers free, interactive online and live training for Democratic candidates running for office. We aim to empower any Democrat who wants to be involved in local politics with the tools needed to be successful.
We believe by working with local candidates, we can accomplish three goals: improve the performance of every Democrat up and down the ticket, elect more Democrats to office, and create a deeper bench of qualified candidates for higher office.
Job Description
The Deputy Live Training Director will work closely with the Director of Live Training to develop content, build curriculum, and implement live trainings across the country. We are seeking someone who can help develop the vision for NDTC's Live Training program and ensure that trainees are equipped with the tools and skills necessary for success. The DLTD should be able to turn vision into action as the NDTC's Live Training program expands. This person will not only function as a thought-partner in developing effective training curriculum, but will also implement systems and processes to ensure the success and sustainability of the national training program.
Responsibilities:
Support the development and execution of a department-wide training strategy, including but not limited to:
Designing content for new audiences
Develop tools for trainee follow-up and feedback acquisition
Serving as a subject matter expert and primary contact for trainers
Observing trainings to continually gather information from trainees, trainers, and stakeholders to inform curriculum, assess products, and determine actionable steps
Liaise with partner organizations to determine in-state training needs and content specializations
Work with the Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day logistics of multiple trainings including but not limited to:
Working with state parties to secure venues and catering
Ensuring trainers are scheduled and travel/lodging is booked
Arranging all hard materials necessary for the training
Coordinating with state parties on invitee lists and RSVPs
Work across departments to ensure cohesion within training content and execution
Travel as needed (up to 50%) to trainings across the country.
Ideal Candidates:
3-5 years experience with live training programs and/or electoral campaigns
Have experience writing and developing training curriculum using adult-learning principles
Have experience with large-scale event management
Have exceptional interpersonal communication skills
Are outcomes focused, well-organized, and have a sense of humor
Work well with deadlines and fast-paced environments
Are able to communicate effectively and build relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders, trainees, staff, and others.
About NDTC as an Employer
This is a full-time position that reports directly to the Director of Live Training. We are located in Downtown Chicago.
NDTC believes that our differences enhance our strength as a political party—and as a nation—and we as an organization benefit from staff of diverse races, ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, economic backgrounds, abilities, and other facets of our identities.
Application Process
NDTC offers a competitive salary and a strong benefits package. To apply, email resume and cover letter to pavitra[at]traindemocrats.org - subject line "Deputy Live Training Director." No calls, please. In your cover letter, please include the date on which you would be available to start. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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