Apply here: https://boards.greenhouse.io/nextgenamerica/jobs/1444318
SUMMARY:
NextGen America is seeking a dynamic and creative political professional to join our youth organizing program, that will engage young people in local and national fights to prevent climate disaster, promote prosperity for all Americans, and expand access to the ballot box for young Americans. This role will be focused on managing a volunteer led organizing program, developing political partnerships, budget management, and planning.
In Wisconsin, this effort will focus on organizing young people to engage in the state legislative process, build relationships with lawmakers, organize actions to hold federal and local office-holders accountable, engage in 2019 electoral work , and prepare for 2020. This role is located in Madison, Wisconsin.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee a volunteer led youth organizing program focused on winning targeted races in 2019 and 2020
Oversee a statewide campus voter engagement program on campuses that will train students volunteers to organize their campus around progressive issues and in electoral campaigns
Works with National staff team (based in San Francisco) on planning and implementation of program
Develop and maintain political partnerships with organizations and lawmakers across Wisconsin to drive policy agenda
Serve as chief strategist on local and state issues for Wisconsin
Develop and execute campaign plans focus around progressive advocacy, winning elections, and increasing youth vote participation
Work with vendors and craft paid media strategy
Develop and maintain a budget
Manage in state staff
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Commitment to youth organizing and a passion for organizing young people in Wisconsin
4+ years of political staff management. Field management a plus
Very well organized; excellent written, verbal and presentation communications skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and outside organizations and be able to multitask without sacrificing quality of work
Demonstrated understanding of political climate and issues of Wisconsin
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to foster a cooperative, team-oriented work environment
Experience working with VAN or Votebuilder is required, EveryAction experience is a plus
BONUS POINTS:
Experience with both issue and electoral organizing
Experience working with vendors
Experience organizing in communities of color and prior training in anti-oppression, equity and inclusion organizing
Experience working on youth organizing programs
Experience on one or more campaigns in Wisconsin at the local or state level
COMPENSATION:
NextGen America offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a very comprehensive benefits package.
ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:
NextGen America acts politically to prevent climate disaster, promote prosperity, and protect the fundamental rights of every American. Since our founding as NextGen Climate in 2013, we've worked to fight climate change by advancing the transition to a clean energy economy. We've supported candidates who support climate action. We've fought to halt the Keystone XL pipeline and registered more than 1 million voters nationwide. Now, the same values that drive our work on climate are under unprecedented attack from all directions. We're proud to step up the fight for immigrant rights, affordable health care, prosperity, and equality. NextGen America is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.
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