Accountable.US

7 job(s) at Accountable.US

Accountable.US Washington, DC
May 02, 2023
Full time
Position:   Senior Investigative Specialist  Location: Washington, DC Status:     Exempt, Full-time  Reports to:  Senior Director of Research & Campaigns   About Accountable.US  Accountable.US (A.US) shines a light on special interests that too often wield unchecked power and influence in Washington and beyond. We conduct in-depth investigations to expose conflicts of interest and then share our findings with the media, public, policymakers, and allies in real-time. We fill a distinct and critical role by holding corporations and public officials accountable for their actions. Our work helps create an economy that works for everyone, a democracy that functions, and a sustainable environment for future generations. If you're looking for a growing, fast-paced organization that invests in its people and strives to create more equitable and inclusive communities, then Accountable.US could be the place for you. We offer competitive salaries, exceptional benefits, and we encourage a healthy work/life balance for our staff.   Position Summary  Are you a meticulous investigator who loves coming up with new and creative ways to approach a new research project? Do you enjoy delving deep into an issue and then connecting the dots of what you’ve found to tell a compelling story? Did you love your journalism class/internship in college? Do you have exceptional writing skills?  Accountable.US seeks a Senior Investigative Specialist to focus on longer term, investigative research, with a specific emphasis on uncovering unreported or novel information to aid research projects across the Accountable.US focus areas.  The right candidate for this position will have excellent communication skills, a strong knowledge of progressive nonprofit and advocacy circles and strong networking skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams with senior staff. The position will be based in the Washington, D.C. areas though travel on occasion is possible.  Essential Responsibilities and Tasks  Assist with and oversee discrete research projects and tasks for Accountable.US’s various workstreams, including work on Economic and Democracy issues. As part of this responsibility, the Senior Investigative Specialist may have some project management responsibilities, including potential supervision of a junior researcher at times.  Work with senior leadership of organization to define and determine research objectives and priorities that support campaign goals and strategies;  Work with project directors and research directors at Accountable.US to ensure that research produced helps support their research and communications goals.   Develop and execute both short and long-term research plans to support those campaign goals and strategies;  Author and/or oversee preparation of detailed research reports/books and other products that have clear narrative arcs;    Identify rapid response opportunities and craft rapid response products as needed;  Oversee fact-checking of organizational work products; and  Perform other duties as assigned.   Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability   Bachelor’s degree required;  3+ years experience in investigative research or investigative journalism strongly preferred; Some background in economic/corporate research preferred;  Ability and comfort with managing up;  Excellent verbal and written communication skills;  Ability to juggle competing priorities and deadlines;  Proven track record for being a self-starter;  Knowledge of transparency and government relations and background in issue advocacy preferred;  Experience working with research systems and structures;  Exceptional communicator;  Extremely well organized, detail-oriented and analytical; and  Demonstrates an interest and ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion.  Compensation & Benefits  The salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000. Exact compensation package is commensurate with experience. Our excellent benefits package includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, a 401(k) match, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and more. During the pandemic, all Accountable.US employees are working remotely. Some weekend work may be required.  Accountable.US Careers  Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.  A Note to BIPOC Candidates: Studies have shown that women, nonbinary folks, and People of Color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and that’s okay. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. 
Accountable.US Washington, DC
Apr 21, 2021
Full time
Position: Operations Coordinator Location: Washington, D.C. Status: Non-Exempt; Full Time Reports to: Chief of Staff   Position Summary Accountable.US is a nonpartisan watchdog group that exposes corruption in public life and holds government officials and corporate special interests accountable by bringing their misconduct to light. In doing so, we make way for policies that advance the interests of all Americans, not just the rich and powerful. Accountable.US seeks an Operations Coordinator to support its work. The Operations Coordinator will support office operations for the entire organization. The position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong multi-tasking and organizational skills. The position is based in Washington, D.C., though travel on occasion is possible. During the pandemic, all Accountable.US employees are working remotely. Some weekend work may be required.  Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are important.   Essential Responsibilities and Tasks Systems and Operations Support: Provide support for a range of systems to help ensure Accountable.US is operating effectively and efficiently: Support the adoption and integration of operational systems across the organization; Proactively identify opportunities to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of processes; Proactively monitor day-to-day activities to identify ways to boost productivity. Prepare and submit invoices for payment; Effectively handle correspondence with vendors and consultants with a high degree of professionalism and accuracy; Collect and sort mail; Manage contract execution and renewals; Support the Chief of Staff and Financial consultants in tracking organizational expenses. IT/Facilities Support: Provide general office management support including: Manage physical and digital records and coordinating with vendors as-needed; Coordinate physical conference space and audio/visual; Serve as primary point of contact with Information Technology vendor and assist staff with basic IT needs as necessary; Liaise with building management on issues related to physical space.   Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of office experience preferred; Strong critical thinking skills and ability to quickly process and analyze information; Ability to successfully juggle multiple projects; Impeccable professional written and verbal communications skills; Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations with poise, tact, and diplomacy; Solid organizational, project management and critical thinking skills, with ability to multi-task and make changes quickly and efficiently, including ability to exercise authority regarding significant matters without specific instructions or prescribed procedures; Ability to thrive in a fluid, entrepreneurial environment; Willingness to “roll up the sleeves” and manage changing priorities; High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google applications; and Demonstrates an interest and ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. How to Apply Please email cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “Operations Coordinator” in the subject line. Accountable.US Careers Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.
Accountable.US Washington, DC or New York, New York
Mar 29, 2021
Full time
Position:            Research Associate  Location:           Washington, DC or New York, New York Status:                Exempt, Full-time Reports to:          Research Manager   Position Summary Accountable.US is a nonpartisan watchdog group that exposes corruption in public life and holds government officials and corporate special interests accountable by bringing their misconduct to light. In doing so, we make way for policies that advance the interests of all Americans, not just the rich and powerful. Accountable.US seeks a Research Associate to support its work to root out corruption and malfeasance.  The Research Associate will be responsible for providing research support and capacity to Accountable.US’s various projects. The position is based in Washington, D.C. or New York City, though research projects may include travel on occasion. During the pandemic, all Accountable.US employees are working remotely.  Some weekend work may be required.  Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are important.   Essential Responsibilities and Tasks Work as part of a team to produce research reports on government accountability issues. Independently monitor relevant news and pitch larger research projects. Draft and follow up on public records requests, as well as analyzing results of these requests. Clearly report research findings to senior staff both orally and in written form. Attend events on issues of importance to Accountable.US; any such attendance of events will be virtual throughout the pandemic. Perform other duties as assigned. Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability At least 2 years of experience in research or related field. This could include political advocacy, campaign or public policy research, and/or experience on Capitol Hill or in government; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Sound judgment and discerning eye; Ability to work independently and juggle competing priorities and strict deadlines; Proven track record of being a self-starter; Immaculate attention to detail; Commitment to government accountability; and Demonstrates an interest in and ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion.   How to Apply Send cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “Research Associate” in subject line.                                                                                     Accountable.US Careers Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.  
Accountable.US Washington, DC or New York, New York
Feb 25, 2021
Full time
Position:                        Digital Creative Producer Location:                        Washington, DC or New York, New York Status:                            Exempt, Full-time Reports to:                   Digital Director   Position Summary Accountable.US is a nonpartisan watchdog group that exposes corruption in public life and holds government officials and corporate special interests accountable by bringing their misconduct to light. In doing so, we make way for policies that advance the interests of all Americans, not just the rich and powerful. Accountable.US seeks a Digital Creative Producer to support its work to root out corruption and malfeasance.    The Digital Creative Producer will be a key member of the project, collaborating with communications and research professionals across several issue-based campaigns to produce best-in-class graphic and video content. Under the supervision of the Digital Director, this producer will also be responsible for general design and branding choices across campaigns. A flexible personality, positive attitude, and creative mind are essential for this role.   The position is based in Washington, D.C. or New York City, though research projects may include travel on occasion. Some weekend work may be required. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are important.    Essential Responsibilities and Tasks Collaborate with communications and research teams to produce engaging visual content that advances the work of several issue-based campaigns; Produce and edit digital graphic and video content, including but not limited to shareable social media graphics, motion graphics, animations, and short social videos; Develop creative concepts and make design/branding decisions across issue-based campaigns, following guidance from the Digital Director; Manage stock photo, video, and B-roll, as well as background sound and music; and Stay up-to-date on the latest artistic and digital trends and tactics.   Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a design-related discipline; Minimum 3 years of digital creative production experience, including but not limited to graphic design and video editing; Minimum 3 years of digital campaign experience, including work for political campaigns, issue advocacy groups, or in relevant marketing roles; Experience with political or issue ads required; Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, and Premiere; Strong aesthetics sensibility, use of typography, and understanding of color, hierarchy, and layout; Strong technical acumen, with the ability to quickly understand and communicate technical concepts and challenges to wide-ranging audiences in a digestible and engaging manner; Website development skills are a plus; Proven track record for being a self-starter and working independently; and Demonstrates an interest and ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion.     How to Apply Please email cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “Digital Creative Producer” in the subject line.   Accountable.US Careers Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.  
Accountable.US
Feb 18, 2021
Full time
Position: Content Manager Location: Washington, D.C. or New York, New York Status: Exempt; Full Time Reports to: Digital Director   Position Summary Accountable.US is a nonpartisan watchdog group that exposes corruption in public life and holds government officials and corporate special interests accountable by bringing their misconduct to light. In doing so, we make way for policies that advance the interests of all Americans, not just the rich and powerful. Accountable.US seeks a Content Manager to support its work to root out corruption and malfeasance.   Under the supervision of the Digital Director, the Content Manager will collaborate with communications and research professionals across several issue-based campaigns to produce engaging content for a variety of social media platforms, email, and the web. The position is based in Washington, D.C. or New York City, though travel on occasion is possible. During the pandemic, all Accountable.US employees are working remotely. Some weekend work may be required. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are important.    Essential Responsibilities and Tasks Work with Digital Director to craft and execute overall digital strategy for the organization.  Understand broad organizational messaging priorities and align to strategic recommendations for organic and paid digital program.  Assist with the development of digital and social strategies and plans, including contributing to the researching and writing for online campaigns.  Assist with the project management of the digital program, including organic and paid media projects; manage multiple digital projects and workstreams, including project planning, execution and milestone reporting.  Develop different content and messaging across platforms and evaluate performance, and make adjustments and recommendations as needed.   Manage internal creative and vendor relationships to develop innovative projects, drive them to completion and achieve desired results.  Work with creative department to develop audio, video, and other content for campaign channels.  Find new ways to use email, social media, broadcast SMS, and other digital tools and measure effectiveness.  Must possess experience working with internal teams and vendors on web and mobile design and development; and maintaining websites and driving and measuring web traffic.  Ensure the efficiency and optimization of the digital program through SEO, SEM, and SMO.  Support Digital Director in managing digital team staff, freelancers, and consultants.    Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability Bachelor’s degree preferred; Minimum 3-5 years of digital marketing experience, including work for political campaigns, issue advocacy groups, or in relevant marketing roles; Experience in digital engagement and advocacy; The ability to quickly understand and communicate technical concepts and challenges to wide-ranging audiences in a digestible, dynamic, and engaging manner; Experience using analytics to inform decision-making; Experience working with digital tools such as WordPress, TweetDeck, scheduling and social listening tools, analytics platforms, etc. Proven track record for being a self-starter and working independently; Ability to collaborate and work with a cross-functional team throughout the organization to meet goals and achieve results; Team player that possesses excellent communications skills and the capacity to adapt, be flexible and nimble; and Demonstrates an interest and ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.   How To Apply Please email cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “Content Manager” in the subject line.   Accountable.US Careers Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.
Accountable.US Washington, DC or New York, New York
Feb 18, 2021
Full time
Position: Deputy Digital Director Location: Washington, D.C. or New York, New York Status: Exempt; Full Time Reports to: Digital Director   Position Summary Accountable.US is a nonpartisan watchdog group that exposes corruption in public life and holds government officials and corporate special interests accountable by bringing their misconduct to light. In doing so, we make way for policies that advance the interests of all Americans, not just the rich and powerful. Accountable.US seeks a Deputy Digital Director to support its work to root out corruption and malfeasance.    Under the supervision of the Digital Director, the Deputy Digital Director will collaborate with communications and research professionals to produce campaigns that advance our mission. The position is based in Washington, D.C. or New York City, though travel on occasion is possible. During the pandemic, all Accountable.US employees are working remotely. Some weekend work may be required.  Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are important.    Essential Responsibilities and Tasks Work with Digital Director to craft and execute overall digital strategy for the organization.  Understand broad organizational messaging priorities and align to strategic recommendations for organic and paid digital program.  Assist with the development of digital and social strategies and plans, including contributing to the researching and writing for online campaigns.  Assist with the project management of the digital program, including organic and paid media projects; manage multiple digital projects and workstreams, including project planning, execution and milestone reporting.  Develop different content and messaging across platforms and evaluate performance, and make adjustments and recommendations as needed.   Manage internal creative and vendor relationships to develop innovative projects, drive them to completion and achieve desired results.  Work with creative department to develop audio, video, and other content for campaign channels.  Find new ways to use email, social media, broadcast SMS, and other digital tools and measure effectiveness.  Must possess experience working with internal teams and vendors on web and mobile design and development; and maintaining websites and driving and measuring web traffic.  Ensure the efficiency and optimization of the digital program through SEO, SEM, and SMO.  Support Digital Director in managing digital team staff, freelancers, and consultants.      Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability Bachelor’s degree preferred; Minimum 5-7 years of digital marketing experience, including work for political campaigns, issue advocacy groups, or in relevant marketing roles; Experience in digital engagement and advocacy-based list-building as well as paid acquisition; Experience working with digital tools such as WordPress, TweetDeck, social listening tools, analytics platforms, etc. Strong technical acumen, with the ability to quickly understand and communicate technical concepts and challenges to wide-ranging audiences in a digestible and engaging manner; Experience using analytics to inform decision-making; Proven track record for being a self-starter and working independently; Ability to collaborate and work with a cross-functional team throughout the organization to meet goals and achieve results;  Team player that possesses excellent communications skills and the capacity to adapt, be flexible and nimble; and Demonstrates an interest and ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.   How To Apply Please email cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “Deputy Digital Director” in the subject line.   Accountable.US Careers Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.
Accountable.US Washington DC
Feb 09, 2021
Full time
Position: Executive Assistant Location: Washington, D.C. Status: Non-Exempt; Full Time Reports to: President   Position Summary Accountable.US is a nonpartisan watchdog group that exposes corruption in public life and holds government officials and corporate special interests accountable by bringing their misconduct to light. In doing so, we make way for policies that advance the interests of all Americans, not just the rich and powerful. Accountable.US seeks an Executive Assistant to support its work. The Executive Assistant will support senior leaders at Accountable.US and the staff as a whole.   The position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong multi-tasking and organizational skills. The position is based in Washington, D.C., though travel on occasion is possible. During the pandemic, all Accountable.US employees are working remotely. Some weekend work may be required.   Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are important.   Essential Responsibilities and Tasks Administrative Support: Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks for the President and Executive Director: Organize, prioritize and handle emails and phone calls, process incoming mail and determine level of priority and follow-up; Manage the to-do list and regularly support the completion of tasks; Manage calendars and schedules, providing advanced information of key events, including details and facts ahead of time; Maintain current contact lists; Arrange for conference rooms and audio/visual requirements as necessary; Schedule and manage travel and logistics for in-person and virtual meetings; Prepare and submit expense reports. Stakeholder Communication and Programmatic Support: Complete a broad variety of tasks related to effective communications and the development of meetings for the President and Executive Director, and occasionally the broader Accountable.US team or senior staff:   Collaborate and build relationships internally and externally, including communicating effectively with people at all levels of the organization; Support meetings with internal and external stakeholders by taking notes, preparing meeting materials, and following up with participants; Manage external contacts; proactively understanding who they are and keeping track of periodic communication needed for primary contacts; Effectively handle composing and preparing correspondence to key stakeholders with a high degree of professionalism and accuracy; Assist the broader team in coordinating the agenda of team meetings and off-sites. Systems and Operations Support: Provide support for a range of systems to help ensure Accountable.US is operating effectively and efficiently: Provide general office management support, including managing physical and digital records and coordinating with vendors as-needed; Support the adoption and integration of operational systems across the team; Proactively identify opportunities to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of processes; Proactively monitor day-to-day activities to identify ways to boost productivity.   Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability Bachelor’s degree preferred; Strong critical thinking skills and ability to quickly process and analyze information; Ability to successfully juggle multiple projects; Impeccable professional written and verbal communications skills; Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations with poise, tact, and diplomacy; Solid organizational, project management and critical thinking skills, with ability to multi-task and make changes quickly and efficiently, including ability to exercise authority regarding significant matters without specific instructions or prescribed procedures; Ability to thrive in a fluid, entrepreneurial environment; Willingness to “roll up the sleeves” and manage changing priorities; High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google applications; and Demonstrates an interest and ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion   How to Apply Please email cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “Executive Assistant” in the subject line.   Accountable.US Careers Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.