Reports to: Senior Director, Content Strategy Staff reporting to this position: Up to two staff members Department: Communications Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 6 Minimum compensation: $77,000 Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress seeks a highly motivated Associate Director of Digital Campaigns to effectively engage strategic audiences, including policymakers, advocates, experts, and more, to advance our content strategy; support the distribution of and engagement with policy ideas; and otherwise advance the organization’s mission.
The Associate Director serves as chief subject matter expert on the creation and execution of digital campaigns and will work ongoing with counterparts who offer expertise in social media, audience acquisition and engagement, digital fundraising, data strategy, analytics, and more. As part of the larger Digital Strategy team, this position will collaborate extensively with diverse communications, production, strategy, and policy teams across the organization to continually hone our campaign strategies and define and distribute best practices to grow and retain strategic audiences across digital channels, including websites, email, and social media, and contribute to digital strategy efforts across silos.
The ideal candidate would offer a combination of creative, technology, and marketing experience, along with proven success leading projects within policy change organizations. Likewise, candidates for this position should value the comradery that comes with being a part of a progressively minded and socially conscious organization such as American Progress.
American Progress is an independent, nonpartisan policy institute that is dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas as well as strong leadership and concerted action. The organization’s aim is to change not just the conversation but also the country. The Digital Strategy team at American Progress is responsible for developing and operationalizing strategies to reach and engage the organization’s target audiences through digital channels such as web, social media, and online marketing. The team works closely with an extensive roster of highly respected resident thought leaders, policy professionals, and various functional groups in the organization in order to formulate and implement effective digital content strategies to connect with our audiences.
Responsibilities:
Manage and serve as team lead on assigned projects across diverse aspects of digital delivery and engagement including, but not limited to, traditional web, social media, and email.
Collaborate closely with teams and stakeholders to translate policy ideas into digital communications, marketing, and engagement campaigns. Measure progress against them and adjust strategies and tactics accordingly. Document and share results and insights to guide best practices and team learning for future projects.
Conduct audience research to better understand our key strategic audiences and engage them effectively.
Lead and manage digital ad campaigns.
Manage up to two direct reports on cross-team project teams, ensuring accountability for on-time delivery and clear communication.
Resolve complex issues independently within program areas and organizational priorities.
Represent the Digital Strategy team in trainings and meetings.
Stay up to date on email marketing and digital engagement best practices; make changes to vehicles, practices, training, and processes accordingly; and communicate opportunities to colleagues.
Serve as a digital liaison consulting with policy teams and departments, in collaboration with liaisons from the Press, Production, Advocacy, and Government Affairs teams, to craft team and departmentwide digital strategies aligned to team, department, and enterprise goals and connect stakeholders to the full capabilities of the Digital Strategy team.
Align team efforts to meet goals and brand guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Six to eight years of experience in digital communications and marketing.
Strong project management experience and proven ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities, including but not limited to outreach campaigns, email template creation and enhancements, and website executions.
A broad range of experience working with digital marketing platforms, CMSs, social management and measurement tools, CRMs, and digital analytics packages—with expertise in at least one of the following: content strategy, social media, email marketing, or creative strategy.
Excellent communication skills with both internal stakeholders and colleagues, as well as external strategically identified audiences.
Strong organizational, leadership and decision-making abilities, including goal and projection setting, and a proven ability to navigate ambiguity and change.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Self-starter; able to work both independently and collaboratively.
Commitment to the values and ideals advanced by American Progress.
American Progress offers full and competitive benefits packages. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is not represented by a union and has a minimum salary of $77,000.
We will continue to monitor COVID-19 and the levels of community spread and adjust plans as needed for in-office work. Any changes to our current hybrid work policy will be communicated at the time of hire. Updates will be posted on American Progress’ Jobs page.
May 31, 2023
Full time
Reports to: Senior Director, Content Strategy Staff reporting to this position: Up to two staff members Department: Communications Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 6 Minimum compensation: $77,000 Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress seeks a highly motivated Associate Director of Digital Campaigns to effectively engage strategic audiences, including policymakers, advocates, experts, and more, to advance our content strategy; support the distribution of and engagement with policy ideas; and otherwise advance the organization’s mission.
The Associate Director serves as chief subject matter expert on the creation and execution of digital campaigns and will work ongoing with counterparts who offer expertise in social media, audience acquisition and engagement, digital fundraising, data strategy, analytics, and more. As part of the larger Digital Strategy team, this position will collaborate extensively with diverse communications, production, strategy, and policy teams across the organization to continually hone our campaign strategies and define and distribute best practices to grow and retain strategic audiences across digital channels, including websites, email, and social media, and contribute to digital strategy efforts across silos.
The ideal candidate would offer a combination of creative, technology, and marketing experience, along with proven success leading projects within policy change organizations. Likewise, candidates for this position should value the comradery that comes with being a part of a progressively minded and socially conscious organization such as American Progress.
American Progress is an independent, nonpartisan policy institute that is dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas as well as strong leadership and concerted action. The organization’s aim is to change not just the conversation but also the country. The Digital Strategy team at American Progress is responsible for developing and operationalizing strategies to reach and engage the organization’s target audiences through digital channels such as web, social media, and online marketing. The team works closely with an extensive roster of highly respected resident thought leaders, policy professionals, and various functional groups in the organization in order to formulate and implement effective digital content strategies to connect with our audiences.
Responsibilities:
Manage and serve as team lead on assigned projects across diverse aspects of digital delivery and engagement including, but not limited to, traditional web, social media, and email.
Collaborate closely with teams and stakeholders to translate policy ideas into digital communications, marketing, and engagement campaigns. Measure progress against them and adjust strategies and tactics accordingly. Document and share results and insights to guide best practices and team learning for future projects.
Conduct audience research to better understand our key strategic audiences and engage them effectively.
Lead and manage digital ad campaigns.
Manage up to two direct reports on cross-team project teams, ensuring accountability for on-time delivery and clear communication.
Resolve complex issues independently within program areas and organizational priorities.
Represent the Digital Strategy team in trainings and meetings.
Stay up to date on email marketing and digital engagement best practices; make changes to vehicles, practices, training, and processes accordingly; and communicate opportunities to colleagues.
Serve as a digital liaison consulting with policy teams and departments, in collaboration with liaisons from the Press, Production, Advocacy, and Government Affairs teams, to craft team and departmentwide digital strategies aligned to team, department, and enterprise goals and connect stakeholders to the full capabilities of the Digital Strategy team.
Align team efforts to meet goals and brand guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Six to eight years of experience in digital communications and marketing.
Strong project management experience and proven ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities, including but not limited to outreach campaigns, email template creation and enhancements, and website executions.
A broad range of experience working with digital marketing platforms, CMSs, social management and measurement tools, CRMs, and digital analytics packages—with expertise in at least one of the following: content strategy, social media, email marketing, or creative strategy.
Excellent communication skills with both internal stakeholders and colleagues, as well as external strategically identified audiences.
Strong organizational, leadership and decision-making abilities, including goal and projection setting, and a proven ability to navigate ambiguity and change.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Self-starter; able to work both independently and collaboratively.
Commitment to the values and ideals advanced by American Progress.
American Progress offers full and competitive benefits packages. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is not represented by a union and has a minimum salary of $77,000.
We will continue to monitor COVID-19 and the levels of community spread and adjust plans as needed for in-office work. Any changes to our current hybrid work policy will be communicated at the time of hire. Updates will be posted on American Progress’ Jobs page.
Community Catalyst is a leading non-profit national health advocacy organization dedicated to advancing a movement for health equity and justice. Community Catalyst is a leading non-profit national health advocacy organization dedicated to advancing a movement for health equity and justice. We partner with local, state and national advocates to leverage and build power so all people can influence decisions that affect their health. Health systems will not be accountable to people without a fully engaged and organized community voice. That’s why we work every day to ensure people’s interests are represented wherever important decisions about health and health care are made: in communities, state houses and on Capitol Hill. For more information, visit http://www.communitycatalyst.org. Follow us on Twitter @CommCatHealth.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Digital Coordinator will support Community Catalyst’s Voices for Health Justice project, working specifically with approximately 25 state and local project grantees on their digital presence on a variety of health care advocacy and health justice-oriented initiatives and campaigns. The Digital Coordinator will also provide support and training to Community Catalyst staff on digital strategies. As part of a team of technical assistance providers affiliated with the project, Community Catalyst will look to the Digital Coordinator to identify digital opportunities, present digital strategies, and build the capacity of both our partner organizations and Community Catalyst itself to build and grow a digital presence, including the use of digital organizing and power-building tools. The position will also work to develop compelling digital content, including graphics, to disseminate to key audiences. The Digital Coordinator will measure progress through the use of analytics and will provide support for Community Catalysts’ public information, communication strategies. The Digital Coordinator is responsible for generating fresh content for the Voices for Health Justice project and associated project partners.
The position will begin immediately and is funded through the spring of 2023. We will pursue additional funding to hopefully ensure the position’s continuity beyond the year.
This position is included in a collective bargaining unit represented by a staff union, Community Catalyst United, and specific employment terms may be subject to a future Collective Bargaining Agreement
Supervision: The Digital Coordinator is supervised by the Deputy Director of Communications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Working closely with the Communications Manager to support development of the Voices for Health Justice project’s digital communications strategy, including creating compelling digital content, identifying new trends and technology, converting news, messaging and talking points into social media content, and integrating social media with other outreach strategies.
Increase the digital capacity of both Community Catalyst itself and our state partners by developing and implementing training programs and providing one-on-one coaching based on identified needs, drafting sample social media content, and identifying opportunities for Community Catalyst and state/local partners to raise the profile of an issue.
Work with communications managers and Voices for Health Justice team to set goals for growth, engagement and visibility and create measurable actionable goals for Voices for Health Justice campaigns.
Support the development and implementation of all communications activity, communications protocols, messaging and implementation plans. This will include providing overall support to the communications team.
Assist in all aspects of product publication and dissemination such as reports, newsletters, and other collateral materials, including assistance with the development of content as needed.
Participate as a member of the communications team and Voices for Health Justice team.
Manage peer-to-peer text-based contract efforts (I.e. Hustle) to support partners’ usage of such tools.
Perform other duties as necessary to achieve the goals of the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Bachelors’ degree plus 1 years related work experience, or 2-3 years of relevant work experience Commitment to health justice and racial justice
Strong digital communications skills, including experience creating (designing and writing social content for key social media platforms (especially Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including copy-editing
Creativity, energy and a willingness to experiment with new approaches
Strong attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, campaign-like setting
Proven track record of translating policy into social media soundbites that are digestible for a range of audiences
Interest and experience in building relationships with people and organizations in other states and cities/towns, ensuring that created content is reflective of specific communities’ needs and asks
Strong computer skills including strong use of Microsoft Office, as well as database, web content management, constituent relationship/engagement management (eCRM), and social media tools
Preferred
Experience with graphic design programs for digital content such as Canva. Experience with the Adobe Suite, Mailchimp or WordPress
Experience with video capture and editing
Experience with health care advocacy
Experience using digital organizing tools such as Hustle or other peer-to-peer text-based platforms
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary range: $46,680—$54,000
Generous paid time off policy
Robust benefits package
Convenient Boston, Massachusetts location or open to remote work
Applicants should submit a resume with a one-page cover letter briefly summarizing their interest in and qualifications for the position to: jobs@communitycatalyst.org. Please put “Digital Coordinator, Voices for Health Justice” in the subject line.
Community Catalyst is strongly committed to building a work environment that recognizes, respects, and encourages the unique contributions of a broad spectrum of qualified employees. We strive to make employment decisions that support
inclusion to maintain a work atmosphere that is diverse, equitable and promotes family-friendly practices and work-life benefits so that people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
We do not discriminate in hiring based on age, color, ethnicity, race, national origin, primary language, religion, socio-economic status, family status, mental and physical disabilities, veteran status, gender identity characteristics and/or expression, sex, medical condition, sexual orientation or any other classification that is protected by federal, state, or local law.
Through all of our programs, Community Catalyst works to build a better future for all individuals by advancing health equity, focusing on people of color, immigrants, as well as disability, gender, sexual identity and socio-economic status. It is important for our staff to reflect the diverse communities with which we work. People of color, LGBTQIA+ identified people, gender-nonconforming people, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people who speak a language in addition to English are encouraged to apply
Apr 04, 2022
Full time
Community Catalyst is a leading non-profit national health advocacy organization dedicated to advancing a movement for health equity and justice. Community Catalyst is a leading non-profit national health advocacy organization dedicated to advancing a movement for health equity and justice. We partner with local, state and national advocates to leverage and build power so all people can influence decisions that affect their health. Health systems will not be accountable to people without a fully engaged and organized community voice. That’s why we work every day to ensure people’s interests are represented wherever important decisions about health and health care are made: in communities, state houses and on Capitol Hill. For more information, visit http://www.communitycatalyst.org. Follow us on Twitter @CommCatHealth.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Digital Coordinator will support Community Catalyst’s Voices for Health Justice project, working specifically with approximately 25 state and local project grantees on their digital presence on a variety of health care advocacy and health justice-oriented initiatives and campaigns. The Digital Coordinator will also provide support and training to Community Catalyst staff on digital strategies. As part of a team of technical assistance providers affiliated with the project, Community Catalyst will look to the Digital Coordinator to identify digital opportunities, present digital strategies, and build the capacity of both our partner organizations and Community Catalyst itself to build and grow a digital presence, including the use of digital organizing and power-building tools. The position will also work to develop compelling digital content, including graphics, to disseminate to key audiences. The Digital Coordinator will measure progress through the use of analytics and will provide support for Community Catalysts’ public information, communication strategies. The Digital Coordinator is responsible for generating fresh content for the Voices for Health Justice project and associated project partners.
The position will begin immediately and is funded through the spring of 2023. We will pursue additional funding to hopefully ensure the position’s continuity beyond the year.
This position is included in a collective bargaining unit represented by a staff union, Community Catalyst United, and specific employment terms may be subject to a future Collective Bargaining Agreement
Supervision: The Digital Coordinator is supervised by the Deputy Director of Communications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Working closely with the Communications Manager to support development of the Voices for Health Justice project’s digital communications strategy, including creating compelling digital content, identifying new trends and technology, converting news, messaging and talking points into social media content, and integrating social media with other outreach strategies.
Increase the digital capacity of both Community Catalyst itself and our state partners by developing and implementing training programs and providing one-on-one coaching based on identified needs, drafting sample social media content, and identifying opportunities for Community Catalyst and state/local partners to raise the profile of an issue.
Work with communications managers and Voices for Health Justice team to set goals for growth, engagement and visibility and create measurable actionable goals for Voices for Health Justice campaigns.
Support the development and implementation of all communications activity, communications protocols, messaging and implementation plans. This will include providing overall support to the communications team.
Assist in all aspects of product publication and dissemination such as reports, newsletters, and other collateral materials, including assistance with the development of content as needed.
Participate as a member of the communications team and Voices for Health Justice team.
Manage peer-to-peer text-based contract efforts (I.e. Hustle) to support partners’ usage of such tools.
Perform other duties as necessary to achieve the goals of the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Bachelors’ degree plus 1 years related work experience, or 2-3 years of relevant work experience Commitment to health justice and racial justice
Strong digital communications skills, including experience creating (designing and writing social content for key social media platforms (especially Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including copy-editing
Creativity, energy and a willingness to experiment with new approaches
Strong attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, campaign-like setting
Proven track record of translating policy into social media soundbites that are digestible for a range of audiences
Interest and experience in building relationships with people and organizations in other states and cities/towns, ensuring that created content is reflective of specific communities’ needs and asks
Strong computer skills including strong use of Microsoft Office, as well as database, web content management, constituent relationship/engagement management (eCRM), and social media tools
Preferred
Experience with graphic design programs for digital content such as Canva. Experience with the Adobe Suite, Mailchimp or WordPress
Experience with video capture and editing
Experience with health care advocacy
Experience using digital organizing tools such as Hustle or other peer-to-peer text-based platforms
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary range: $46,680—$54,000
Generous paid time off policy
Robust benefits package
Convenient Boston, Massachusetts location or open to remote work
Applicants should submit a resume with a one-page cover letter briefly summarizing their interest in and qualifications for the position to: jobs@communitycatalyst.org. Please put “Digital Coordinator, Voices for Health Justice” in the subject line.
Community Catalyst is strongly committed to building a work environment that recognizes, respects, and encourages the unique contributions of a broad spectrum of qualified employees. We strive to make employment decisions that support
inclusion to maintain a work atmosphere that is diverse, equitable and promotes family-friendly practices and work-life benefits so that people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
We do not discriminate in hiring based on age, color, ethnicity, race, national origin, primary language, religion, socio-economic status, family status, mental and physical disabilities, veteran status, gender identity characteristics and/or expression, sex, medical condition, sexual orientation or any other classification that is protected by federal, state, or local law.
Through all of our programs, Community Catalyst works to build a better future for all individuals by advancing health equity, focusing on people of color, immigrants, as well as disability, gender, sexual identity and socio-economic status. It is important for our staff to reflect the diverse communities with which we work. People of color, LGBTQIA+ identified people, gender-nonconforming people, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people who speak a language in addition to English are encouraged to apply
National Wildlife Federation
SEATTLE, WA; MISSOULA, MT
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and stripes. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental justice, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
To support our needs, we are looking for an Operations Manager to join the Northern Rockies, Prairies & Pacific Region. As a member of the regional leadership team, you will work closely with the Regional Executive Director, program staff, project partners, and members of our Finance/Legal/Operations teams to support implementation of the National Wildlife Federation's strategic plan ( A Common Agenda for Wildlife ) and our Equity and Justice Strategic Plan .
You will report to the Regional Executive Director. (Due to COVID-19 all employees are working remotely until we make return to work decisions). When the offices open, the position will be based, and in office work is expected, in either Missoula, MT or Seattle, WA .
About Our Region:
The Northern Rockies, Prairies & Pacific Region spans a large and diverse geographic landscape across the states of Alaska, Hawai’i, Oregon, and Washington in the Pacific; Montana and Idaho in the Rockies; and North and South Dakota in the Great Plains. Our work is based out of two primary offices, in Missoula and Seattle, and a smaller office near Portland, Oregon.
Our regional team has proven its commitment to wildlife and landscape-scale conservation through four decades of successful campaigns to protect grizzly bears, restore bison on public and Tribal lands, secure safe habitat for bighorn sheep, and fight for runs of wild salmon. Working closely with our affiliates, Tribal/Native/Indigenous entities and other conservation and community partners, our programs help expand Monarch migration pathways, restore beavers for riparian health, expand protection for Native Hawaiian seabirds, connect children and families with nature, and more. Some of our conservation programs extend beyond our region, including work on western water, wildlife habitat connectivity, and youth and adult education. Details on these and other program priorities can be found on our regional website: https://www.nwf.org/Northern-Rockies-and-Pacific-Region .
Your role will include:
Regional Financial and Legal Management
Work together with the Regional Executive Director and other regional staff to integrate program budgets and contract processes with regional and national teams.
Ensure sound financial management, including tracking expenses and revenues.
Manage the development and monitoring of regional budget reporting systems; direct responsibility for managing regional budget of approximately $2,000,000.
Develop and implement budgets through projections, cost classifications, transfers and year-end carryovers; prepare and monitor center budget consistent with NWF's financial reporting system.
Oversee and approve expenditures, including salary allocations, travel, office operations and special events.
Oversee and coordinate legal document management between and with national and regional teams. Oversee all regional contracts, including contractors, grazing retirement incentive payments, and grant awards. Manage and process payments related to these regional contracts.
Regional Grant and Fundraising Tracking, Management, and Reporting
Coordinate with regional leadership and program managers and philanthropy team to monitor and support relationships and funding opportunities.
Maintain grant management platform and foundation/fundraising report tracking.
Oversee grant submittal procedures and support regional staff and philanthropy team with funding opportunities.
Create and maintain grant budgets, and oversee process for approval and reporting.
Integrate, manage, and support all grant reporting with regional staff.
Regional Outreach and Communications Management
Support and coordinate strategic communications between regional programs and Communications Manager.
Coordinate and oversee production for communication pieces (website, promotional pieces, videographers).
Train, support, and integrate tools and programs between regional programs with Communications Manager and national outreach teams (website, blog team, newsletter team, social media platforms) .
Regional Staff and Office Systems Management
Negotiate and manage regional offices and systems (rent, copiers, contractors).
Oversee onboarding and training for new staff, including coordination of equipment and platforms needed for program work.
Serve as main point of contact with the NWF headquarters to ensure best-practices in the region. Ensure systems and procedures are current and functional; keep office equipment updated and in working order; and oversee and negotiate office lease and contract agreements.
Support regional leadership in expanding Regional Center’s relationship and collaboration with other NWF departments and staff, including senior management. Troubleshoot and coordinate support with national team on technology systems and platforms. Provide training for regional staff on IT systems. Coordinate and determine regional technology needs and installations.
In coordination with the Regional Executive Director, provide day-to-day management of regional staff, including direct supervision of work-study students providing administrative support. Assist supervision of program interns as coordinated with program managers in the region. Communicate policies and procedures to staff. Assist regional leadership and program managers with hiring and recruitment of new staff.
Basic Qualifications:
Strong candidates for this position will bring experience in organizational leadership, including demonstrated proficiency in personnel management, teambuilding and delegation; strategic planning and program implementation; familiarity with conservation or other nonprofit advocacy; developing and engaging partners from diverse communities; non-profit fundraising, and working with non-profit boards, government and Tribal agencies, and corporate entities. These proficiencies are typically consistent with five or more years of professional experience, including all of the following:
Financial, contract, and grants management
Preparing, presenting, and managing organizational and grant budgets
Administrative operations, preferably in a nonprofit setting
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with a high proficiency in Excel required
Using professionally managed website and social media platforms
Comfortable with IT and assisting others with technology set up and troubleshooting
In this position, your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus. These may be demonstrated by your experience:
Working collaboratively with an integrated and diverse team of professionals
Appreciating diversity of opinion as well as respect for individuals
Being a self-starter capable of putting plans into action and meeting deadlines
Prioritizing time and working efficiently
Showing a high-level performance in independent work and using problem solving, initiative and creativity
Being detail-oriented
Communicating well in writing and orally
Desired Competencies:
Motivated by values of equity and responsibility to those most marginalized
Dedicated to deepening understanding of cultural and systemic racism and the intersectionality of multiple forms of social inequality
Demonstrates awareness of positional power and privilege (both personally and professionally) and its attendant impacts
Consistently brings a high level of empathy and social skills to work and interpersonal interactions
Acknowledges when mistakes are made and harm is done; works to repair breaches in relationships
Openly holds space, and invites others into conversations during sensitive engagements, exhibiting a responsible and respectful demeanor with colleagues and partners
Actively seeks feedback, direction, and guidance from all team members and keeps staff informed of decisions that impact them
Committed to deepening an environmental justice approach in policy priorities, program development and partner engagement
Demonstrates awareness of the attributes associated with a white dominant culture and takes actions to dismantle hierarchies of oppression within that culture
Dedicated to advancing NWF’s internal equity transformation and compelling partners and allies to incorporate equity into their work
Strategic thinker, self-starter, well organized, strong communicator, and relationship builder
Commitment to and strong skills related to leadership, strategy development, fundraising, and personnel management
An entrepreneurial spirit, initiative, energy, the ability to lead, mentor and inspire others
Passion for and commitment to NWF's mission
Travel:
Once safe travel resumes, periodic travel throughout the region and to national HQ and/or meetings may occur. Anticipate 3-5 days, roughly every other month, up to 30 nights per year.
Application:
Applications will be accepted through May 24, 2021.
The salary range for this position is currently $60,000 - $65,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting, non-traditional work hours, and compressed work weeks. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244.
The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Your experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, which helps build the competencies, knowledge, and skills that translates directly to our openings. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered.
Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
Apr 30, 2021
Full time
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and stripes. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental justice, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
To support our needs, we are looking for an Operations Manager to join the Northern Rockies, Prairies & Pacific Region. As a member of the regional leadership team, you will work closely with the Regional Executive Director, program staff, project partners, and members of our Finance/Legal/Operations teams to support implementation of the National Wildlife Federation's strategic plan ( A Common Agenda for Wildlife ) and our Equity and Justice Strategic Plan .
You will report to the Regional Executive Director. (Due to COVID-19 all employees are working remotely until we make return to work decisions). When the offices open, the position will be based, and in office work is expected, in either Missoula, MT or Seattle, WA .
About Our Region:
The Northern Rockies, Prairies & Pacific Region spans a large and diverse geographic landscape across the states of Alaska, Hawai’i, Oregon, and Washington in the Pacific; Montana and Idaho in the Rockies; and North and South Dakota in the Great Plains. Our work is based out of two primary offices, in Missoula and Seattle, and a smaller office near Portland, Oregon.
Our regional team has proven its commitment to wildlife and landscape-scale conservation through four decades of successful campaigns to protect grizzly bears, restore bison on public and Tribal lands, secure safe habitat for bighorn sheep, and fight for runs of wild salmon. Working closely with our affiliates, Tribal/Native/Indigenous entities and other conservation and community partners, our programs help expand Monarch migration pathways, restore beavers for riparian health, expand protection for Native Hawaiian seabirds, connect children and families with nature, and more. Some of our conservation programs extend beyond our region, including work on western water, wildlife habitat connectivity, and youth and adult education. Details on these and other program priorities can be found on our regional website: https://www.nwf.org/Northern-Rockies-and-Pacific-Region .
Your role will include:
Regional Financial and Legal Management
Work together with the Regional Executive Director and other regional staff to integrate program budgets and contract processes with regional and national teams.
Ensure sound financial management, including tracking expenses and revenues.
Manage the development and monitoring of regional budget reporting systems; direct responsibility for managing regional budget of approximately $2,000,000.
Develop and implement budgets through projections, cost classifications, transfers and year-end carryovers; prepare and monitor center budget consistent with NWF's financial reporting system.
Oversee and approve expenditures, including salary allocations, travel, office operations and special events.
Oversee and coordinate legal document management between and with national and regional teams. Oversee all regional contracts, including contractors, grazing retirement incentive payments, and grant awards. Manage and process payments related to these regional contracts.
Regional Grant and Fundraising Tracking, Management, and Reporting
Coordinate with regional leadership and program managers and philanthropy team to monitor and support relationships and funding opportunities.
Maintain grant management platform and foundation/fundraising report tracking.
Oversee grant submittal procedures and support regional staff and philanthropy team with funding opportunities.
Create and maintain grant budgets, and oversee process for approval and reporting.
Integrate, manage, and support all grant reporting with regional staff.
Regional Outreach and Communications Management
Support and coordinate strategic communications between regional programs and Communications Manager.
Coordinate and oversee production for communication pieces (website, promotional pieces, videographers).
Train, support, and integrate tools and programs between regional programs with Communications Manager and national outreach teams (website, blog team, newsletter team, social media platforms) .
Regional Staff and Office Systems Management
Negotiate and manage regional offices and systems (rent, copiers, contractors).
Oversee onboarding and training for new staff, including coordination of equipment and platforms needed for program work.
Serve as main point of contact with the NWF headquarters to ensure best-practices in the region. Ensure systems and procedures are current and functional; keep office equipment updated and in working order; and oversee and negotiate office lease and contract agreements.
Support regional leadership in expanding Regional Center’s relationship and collaboration with other NWF departments and staff, including senior management. Troubleshoot and coordinate support with national team on technology systems and platforms. Provide training for regional staff on IT systems. Coordinate and determine regional technology needs and installations.
In coordination with the Regional Executive Director, provide day-to-day management of regional staff, including direct supervision of work-study students providing administrative support. Assist supervision of program interns as coordinated with program managers in the region. Communicate policies and procedures to staff. Assist regional leadership and program managers with hiring and recruitment of new staff.
Basic Qualifications:
Strong candidates for this position will bring experience in organizational leadership, including demonstrated proficiency in personnel management, teambuilding and delegation; strategic planning and program implementation; familiarity with conservation or other nonprofit advocacy; developing and engaging partners from diverse communities; non-profit fundraising, and working with non-profit boards, government and Tribal agencies, and corporate entities. These proficiencies are typically consistent with five or more years of professional experience, including all of the following:
Financial, contract, and grants management
Preparing, presenting, and managing organizational and grant budgets
Administrative operations, preferably in a nonprofit setting
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with a high proficiency in Excel required
Using professionally managed website and social media platforms
Comfortable with IT and assisting others with technology set up and troubleshooting
In this position, your actions are expected to reflect the staff values of the National Wildlife Federation: collaboration, mindfulness, empowerment, inclusivity, and mission focus. These may be demonstrated by your experience:
Working collaboratively with an integrated and diverse team of professionals
Appreciating diversity of opinion as well as respect for individuals
Being a self-starter capable of putting plans into action and meeting deadlines
Prioritizing time and working efficiently
Showing a high-level performance in independent work and using problem solving, initiative and creativity
Being detail-oriented
Communicating well in writing and orally
Desired Competencies:
Motivated by values of equity and responsibility to those most marginalized
Dedicated to deepening understanding of cultural and systemic racism and the intersectionality of multiple forms of social inequality
Demonstrates awareness of positional power and privilege (both personally and professionally) and its attendant impacts
Consistently brings a high level of empathy and social skills to work and interpersonal interactions
Acknowledges when mistakes are made and harm is done; works to repair breaches in relationships
Openly holds space, and invites others into conversations during sensitive engagements, exhibiting a responsible and respectful demeanor with colleagues and partners
Actively seeks feedback, direction, and guidance from all team members and keeps staff informed of decisions that impact them
Committed to deepening an environmental justice approach in policy priorities, program development and partner engagement
Demonstrates awareness of the attributes associated with a white dominant culture and takes actions to dismantle hierarchies of oppression within that culture
Dedicated to advancing NWF’s internal equity transformation and compelling partners and allies to incorporate equity into their work
Strategic thinker, self-starter, well organized, strong communicator, and relationship builder
Commitment to and strong skills related to leadership, strategy development, fundraising, and personnel management
An entrepreneurial spirit, initiative, energy, the ability to lead, mentor and inspire others
Passion for and commitment to NWF's mission
Travel:
Once safe travel resumes, periodic travel throughout the region and to national HQ and/or meetings may occur. Anticipate 3-5 days, roughly every other month, up to 30 nights per year.
Application:
Applications will be accepted through May 24, 2021.
The salary range for this position is currently $60,000 - $65,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting, non-traditional work hours, and compressed work weeks. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers .
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity .
If you have a disability and require an accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by calling us at 703-438-6244.
The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, and if you have 75% of the qualifications listed we encourage you to apply. Your experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, which helps build the competencies, knowledge, and skills that translates directly to our openings. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered.
Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted.
Director, Digital Engagement and Audience Retention
Reports to: Vice President, Digital Strategy
Staff reporting to this position: Associate Director, Email Marketing
Department: Digital Strategy
Position classification: Exempt, full time
Summary
American Progress seeks a highly motivated Director of Digital Engagement and Audience Retention to effectively engage strategic audiences—including policymakers, advocates, experts, and more—to support distribution, marketing, and fundraising in advancing the organization’s mission. The ideal Director would offer a combination of creative, technology, and marketing experience along with proven success leading projects within policy-oriented organizations.
The Director will also serve as chief subject matter expert on email marketing strategy and execution and will work ongoing with counterparts who offer expertise in social media, audience acquisition, digital fundraising, data strategy, and more. As part of the larger Digital Strategy team, this position will collaborate extensively with diverse communications, editorial, strategy, and policy teams to continually improve audience retention across digital channels including websites, email, and social media and contribute to digital strategy efforts across silos.
The ideal candidate for this position values the camaraderie that comes with being a part of a progressively minded and socially conscious organization such as American Progress.
American Progress is an independent, nonpartisan policy institute that is dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas as well as strong leadership and concerted action. The organization’s aim is to change not just the conversation but also the country. The Digital Strategy team at American Progress is responsible for developing and operationalizing strategies to reach and engage the organization’s target audiences through digital channels such as web, social media, and online marketing. The team works closely with an extensive roster of highly respected resident thought leaders, policy professionals, and various functional groups in the organization in order to formulate and implement effective digital content strategies to connect with our audiences.
Responsibilities
Manage a busy cross-team email calendar of newsletters, event invitations, fundraising, advocacy emails, and more. This includes balancing the priorities of multiple stakeholders without oversaturating email lists; assigning and overseeing production work, as well as participating in production as needed; and overseeing content creation and editing work as needed.
Coordinate email content distribution across CAP, from our weekly flagship newsletter to issue-specific newsletters and event invitations to fundraising appeals and action alerts. This includes supervising email producers on the digital team (including one or two direct reports) as well as training staff across the organization in creating content and maintaining high-quality audience segmentation and production processes.
Work with teams and stakeholders to identify communications and strategic goals—including projections—and to measure progress against them to tune strategies and outputs.
Work with content strategy team colleagues and other stakeholders to define, drive, and maintain digital content strategy across the organization and all channels, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and mission.
Stay up to date on email marketing and digital engagement best practices and make changes to vehicles, practices, training, and processes accordingly.
Consult ongoing with the Events team concerning best practices and opportunities in event marketing and distribution in concert with colleagues from adjacent areas of expertise (e.g., social media, content strategy, acquisition, advocacy) within the Digital Strategy team and across the organization.
Regularly report out on digital engagement and audience retention stats, in collaboration with the analytics team and others, at the organizational level as well as at the policy and functional team level.
Recruit, hire, onboard, and supervise the staff needed to support the team’s goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience in digital/email marketing, including at least two years of supervisory experience
Broad understanding of digital engagement strategies with specific expertise in email marketing principles
Strong project management experience and proven ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities.
Expert-level experience using marcom technology platforms such as Engaging Networks, Convio, or Salsa
Expert-level experience with data hygiene practices, retention measurement, and email engagement analytics
High proficiency with HTML, image editing, and writing for marketing
Broad range of experience working with multiple CRMs, CMSs, and analytics packages.
Excellent communication and troubleshooting skills.
Strong organizational, leadership and decision-making abilities, including goals and projection setting, and a proven ability to navigate ambiguity and change.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
A passion for progressive policy with an entrepreneurial mindset, including a focus on possibilities instead of obstacles.
American Progress offers full and competitive benefit packages. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Apr 02, 2021
Full time
Director, Digital Engagement and Audience Retention
Reports to: Vice President, Digital Strategy
Staff reporting to this position: Associate Director, Email Marketing
Department: Digital Strategy
Position classification: Exempt, full time
Summary
American Progress seeks a highly motivated Director of Digital Engagement and Audience Retention to effectively engage strategic audiences—including policymakers, advocates, experts, and more—to support distribution, marketing, and fundraising in advancing the organization’s mission. The ideal Director would offer a combination of creative, technology, and marketing experience along with proven success leading projects within policy-oriented organizations.
The Director will also serve as chief subject matter expert on email marketing strategy and execution and will work ongoing with counterparts who offer expertise in social media, audience acquisition, digital fundraising, data strategy, and more. As part of the larger Digital Strategy team, this position will collaborate extensively with diverse communications, editorial, strategy, and policy teams to continually improve audience retention across digital channels including websites, email, and social media and contribute to digital strategy efforts across silos.
The ideal candidate for this position values the camaraderie that comes with being a part of a progressively minded and socially conscious organization such as American Progress.
American Progress is an independent, nonpartisan policy institute that is dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas as well as strong leadership and concerted action. The organization’s aim is to change not just the conversation but also the country. The Digital Strategy team at American Progress is responsible for developing and operationalizing strategies to reach and engage the organization’s target audiences through digital channels such as web, social media, and online marketing. The team works closely with an extensive roster of highly respected resident thought leaders, policy professionals, and various functional groups in the organization in order to formulate and implement effective digital content strategies to connect with our audiences.
Responsibilities
Manage a busy cross-team email calendar of newsletters, event invitations, fundraising, advocacy emails, and more. This includes balancing the priorities of multiple stakeholders without oversaturating email lists; assigning and overseeing production work, as well as participating in production as needed; and overseeing content creation and editing work as needed.
Coordinate email content distribution across CAP, from our weekly flagship newsletter to issue-specific newsletters and event invitations to fundraising appeals and action alerts. This includes supervising email producers on the digital team (including one or two direct reports) as well as training staff across the organization in creating content and maintaining high-quality audience segmentation and production processes.
Work with teams and stakeholders to identify communications and strategic goals—including projections—and to measure progress against them to tune strategies and outputs.
Work with content strategy team colleagues and other stakeholders to define, drive, and maintain digital content strategy across the organization and all channels, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and mission.
Stay up to date on email marketing and digital engagement best practices and make changes to vehicles, practices, training, and processes accordingly.
Consult ongoing with the Events team concerning best practices and opportunities in event marketing and distribution in concert with colleagues from adjacent areas of expertise (e.g., social media, content strategy, acquisition, advocacy) within the Digital Strategy team and across the organization.
Regularly report out on digital engagement and audience retention stats, in collaboration with the analytics team and others, at the organizational level as well as at the policy and functional team level.
Recruit, hire, onboard, and supervise the staff needed to support the team’s goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience in digital/email marketing, including at least two years of supervisory experience
Broad understanding of digital engagement strategies with specific expertise in email marketing principles
Strong project management experience and proven ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities.
Expert-level experience using marcom technology platforms such as Engaging Networks, Convio, or Salsa
Expert-level experience with data hygiene practices, retention measurement, and email engagement analytics
High proficiency with HTML, image editing, and writing for marketing
Broad range of experience working with multiple CRMs, CMSs, and analytics packages.
Excellent communication and troubleshooting skills.
Strong organizational, leadership and decision-making abilities, including goals and projection setting, and a proven ability to navigate ambiguity and change.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
A passion for progressive policy with an entrepreneurial mindset, including a focus on possibilities instead of obstacles.
American Progress offers full and competitive benefit packages. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Digital Media Associate, Generation Progress Reports to: Director of Communications and Digital Strategy, Generation Progress Staff reporting to this position: None
Department: Generation Progress Position classification: Exempt, full time
Summary
American Progress has an immediate opening for a Digital Media Associate on the Generation Progress team. Generation Progress is the young adult engagement and empowerment arm of American Progress. Through digital advocacy, grassroots organizing, and policy analysis, Generation Progress works with and for 18- to 35-year-olds to drive progressive change and engage them in the democratic system through the progressive issue areas they care about. With feedback from the Director of Communications and Digital Strategy, the Digital Media Associate will coordinate and operate all aspects of Generation Progress’ online presence, including digital communication, website management, email marketing, social media administration, and database management.
Applicants should have fluency in email marketing systems and experience creating and maintaining websites, managing social media accounts, and working within databases. Experience with and understanding of digital ads and list-growing or previous work in digital or communications strategy is a plus. The Digital Media Associate must have the ability to contribute innovative ideas for content and problem-solve.
This position requires the capacity to manage a heavy workflow of requests efficiently and with the diligence to check all work for accuracy and completeness. Applicants must enjoy detail-oriented work and troubleshooting as well as developing project ideas and driving them to completion.
Responsibilities:
Website maintenance : Maintain GenProgress.org’s advocacy actions and functionality. With the support of American Progress’s Technology team, provide technological support to Generation Progress staff and website users.
Social media : Manage Generation Progress’ social media accounts, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube; keep a pulse on current social media trends, language, users, and best practices; and work with the Director of Communications and Digital Strategy to launch intensive and granular lead-generation ad campaigns across several social media platforms.
Digital content : Create informative and compelling graphics in support of Generation Progress’ issue campaigns; work cohesively with the team’s issue-focused advocacy associates.
Database management : Meticulously manage data within EveryAction and implement techniques to track every user’s digital interactions with Generation Progress’ digital actions.
Email marketing : Analyze email stats and make recommendations for improvement; grow email lists; and create and send emails about Generation Progress’ reports, actions, successes, and events.
Campaign development : Assist in the development and implementation of online issue campaigns and create issue campaign pages on the Generation Progress site.
Metrics reporting: Analyze statistics, create weekly reports, and apply that knowledge to improve marketing and outreach.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Web development skills are required. Basic understanding of HTML and CSS is a plus.
At least four years of experience in digital and social media, ideally at a nonprofit, public
policy, or political organization.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complicated ideas in simple terms.
Social media management skills: Ability to manage a consistent brand across multiple
platforms in a timely manner and familiarity with social media growth tracking and analytics.
Interest and experience in email marketing: The ideal applicant will have some
experience with email marketing and a strong interest in becoming an expert.
Project management skills: Ability to manage tasks and workflow and work within the Generation Progress team to meet deadlines; strong attention to detail.
Collaboration skills and flexibility: Ability to pitch ideas and keep staff up to date on projects, work closely with the Director of Communications and Digital Strategy and Generation Progress Advocacy Associates on projects with changing priorities and deadlines, and work as part of a team.
Marketing sense: Ability to and step outside of Generation Progress’ perspective to see communications from the user's perspective; ability to thoroughly navigate all websites and emails to ensure an intuitive experience for the end user as well as effective communication.
Problem-solving skills: Self-motivated and able to solve complex problems in an innovative, effective, and timely manner.
Commitment to Generation Progress’ mission and goals.
The following are preferred but not required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Graphic design experience and proficiency with Photoshop, Illustrator, or Flash.
Experience working in NGP VAN and/or EveryAction.
Experience with video editing.
Experience creating interactive, new media packages for websites.
Experience with WordPress or similar website systems.
Experience with emerging tools for online collaboration and communication.
Experience training fellow professionals on computer applications or databases.
This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by IFPTE Local 70 with a starting salary of $50,000. American Progress offers full and competitive benefit packages. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Mar 19, 2021
Full time
Digital Media Associate, Generation Progress Reports to: Director of Communications and Digital Strategy, Generation Progress Staff reporting to this position: None
Department: Generation Progress Position classification: Exempt, full time
Summary
American Progress has an immediate opening for a Digital Media Associate on the Generation Progress team. Generation Progress is the young adult engagement and empowerment arm of American Progress. Through digital advocacy, grassroots organizing, and policy analysis, Generation Progress works with and for 18- to 35-year-olds to drive progressive change and engage them in the democratic system through the progressive issue areas they care about. With feedback from the Director of Communications and Digital Strategy, the Digital Media Associate will coordinate and operate all aspects of Generation Progress’ online presence, including digital communication, website management, email marketing, social media administration, and database management.
Applicants should have fluency in email marketing systems and experience creating and maintaining websites, managing social media accounts, and working within databases. Experience with and understanding of digital ads and list-growing or previous work in digital or communications strategy is a plus. The Digital Media Associate must have the ability to contribute innovative ideas for content and problem-solve.
This position requires the capacity to manage a heavy workflow of requests efficiently and with the diligence to check all work for accuracy and completeness. Applicants must enjoy detail-oriented work and troubleshooting as well as developing project ideas and driving them to completion.
Responsibilities:
Website maintenance : Maintain GenProgress.org’s advocacy actions and functionality. With the support of American Progress’s Technology team, provide technological support to Generation Progress staff and website users.
Social media : Manage Generation Progress’ social media accounts, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube; keep a pulse on current social media trends, language, users, and best practices; and work with the Director of Communications and Digital Strategy to launch intensive and granular lead-generation ad campaigns across several social media platforms.
Digital content : Create informative and compelling graphics in support of Generation Progress’ issue campaigns; work cohesively with the team’s issue-focused advocacy associates.
Database management : Meticulously manage data within EveryAction and implement techniques to track every user’s digital interactions with Generation Progress’ digital actions.
Email marketing : Analyze email stats and make recommendations for improvement; grow email lists; and create and send emails about Generation Progress’ reports, actions, successes, and events.
Campaign development : Assist in the development and implementation of online issue campaigns and create issue campaign pages on the Generation Progress site.
Metrics reporting: Analyze statistics, create weekly reports, and apply that knowledge to improve marketing and outreach.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements and qualifications:
Web development skills are required. Basic understanding of HTML and CSS is a plus.
At least four years of experience in digital and social media, ideally at a nonprofit, public
policy, or political organization.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complicated ideas in simple terms.
Social media management skills: Ability to manage a consistent brand across multiple
platforms in a timely manner and familiarity with social media growth tracking and analytics.
Interest and experience in email marketing: The ideal applicant will have some
experience with email marketing and a strong interest in becoming an expert.
Project management skills: Ability to manage tasks and workflow and work within the Generation Progress team to meet deadlines; strong attention to detail.
Collaboration skills and flexibility: Ability to pitch ideas and keep staff up to date on projects, work closely with the Director of Communications and Digital Strategy and Generation Progress Advocacy Associates on projects with changing priorities and deadlines, and work as part of a team.
Marketing sense: Ability to and step outside of Generation Progress’ perspective to see communications from the user's perspective; ability to thoroughly navigate all websites and emails to ensure an intuitive experience for the end user as well as effective communication.
Problem-solving skills: Self-motivated and able to solve complex problems in an innovative, effective, and timely manner.
Commitment to Generation Progress’ mission and goals.
The following are preferred but not required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Graphic design experience and proficiency with Photoshop, Illustrator, or Flash.
Experience working in NGP VAN and/or EveryAction.
Experience with video editing.
Experience creating interactive, new media packages for websites.
Experience with WordPress or similar website systems.
Experience with emerging tools for online collaboration and communication.
Experience training fellow professionals on computer applications or databases.
This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by IFPTE Local 70 with a starting salary of $50,000. American Progress offers full and competitive benefit packages. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
A Better Wisconsin Together Digital Organizer
A Better Wisconsin Together (ABWT) is seeking a full time Digital Organizer to build and maintain online engagement with partners, supporters and other constituencies.
The ideal candidate will be curious about what motivates people to take action and proactive in cultivating online relationships. They will thrive working in a team environment to support innovative strategies that communicate about progressive policy solutions.
This position reports to the Deputy Director and works in partnership with the communications and digital teams.
About A Better Wisconsin Together
ABWT, the new progressive state communications and research hub in Wisconsin, is seeking a digital organizer to join our team. We’re an advocacy organization focused on public policy and serving as a center for progressive message development, testing and communications. This is an exciting position where you will be part of a team creating communication tactics that advance progressive values. Along with rapid response and earned media, ABWT engages Wisconsinites on issues using paid digital, television and radio communications.
This position is based in Madison, Wisconsin, but may require some travel, as well as evening and weekend hours, as needed. We are a small, nimble team working in a fast-paced environment on the frontlines of the fight to advance progressive values and policies in Wisconsin.
Job Responsibilities
● Own ABWT’s online engagement strategies including amplifying partner messages, building relationships with influencers and soliciting and supporting storytellers
● Under direction of the Deputy Director, create and implement ABWT’s strategy for partner, supporter and other constituency online engagement
● In collaboration with the communications associate, build and maintain a story bank of real people’s experiences as they relate to progressive solutions for critical community problems
● Consistently generate creative ideas for social media strategies and follow through on partner and supporter engagement as a result of those strategies
● Own projects end-to-end as assigned and overseen by the Deputy Director
A Better Wisconsin Together · 6516 Monona Drive #244, Madison, WI 53716 · email@abwt.org · (608) 514-1640
Qualifications We are seeking candidates who have clear and persuasive writing skills, an ability to think quickly and
creatively in real time and who are interested in a fast paced, team oriented environment. You should have:
● Demonstrated creative and analytical communication skills, extra credit for storytelling experience
● Experience using social media, including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to engage with voters or other constituents
● A willingness to work proactively and jump in with ideas and creative
● A strong commitment to working in a tight team with positive, supportive attitude
● Technology friendly
● An demonstrated commitment to disrupting racism and other systemic barriers in the advocacy world
Salary is between $50,000-$60,000 annually. Benefits include health and dental insurance. Compensation depends on experience and is competitive. To apply, email a resume and cover letter to jobs@abwt.org with subject line: Digital Organizer.
A Better Wisconsin Together is an equal opportunity employer. ABWT will not discriminate because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical disabilities, sexual orientation, color, gender identity characteristics or expression, marital status, veteran status, or medical condition (e.g., AIDS, cancer). We strongly encourage LGBTQ, Women, People of Color and People with Disability to apply.
Jul 14, 2020
Full time
A Better Wisconsin Together Digital Organizer
A Better Wisconsin Together (ABWT) is seeking a full time Digital Organizer to build and maintain online engagement with partners, supporters and other constituencies.
The ideal candidate will be curious about what motivates people to take action and proactive in cultivating online relationships. They will thrive working in a team environment to support innovative strategies that communicate about progressive policy solutions.
This position reports to the Deputy Director and works in partnership with the communications and digital teams.
About A Better Wisconsin Together
ABWT, the new progressive state communications and research hub in Wisconsin, is seeking a digital organizer to join our team. We’re an advocacy organization focused on public policy and serving as a center for progressive message development, testing and communications. This is an exciting position where you will be part of a team creating communication tactics that advance progressive values. Along with rapid response and earned media, ABWT engages Wisconsinites on issues using paid digital, television and radio communications.
This position is based in Madison, Wisconsin, but may require some travel, as well as evening and weekend hours, as needed. We are a small, nimble team working in a fast-paced environment on the frontlines of the fight to advance progressive values and policies in Wisconsin.
Job Responsibilities
● Own ABWT’s online engagement strategies including amplifying partner messages, building relationships with influencers and soliciting and supporting storytellers
● Under direction of the Deputy Director, create and implement ABWT’s strategy for partner, supporter and other constituency online engagement
● In collaboration with the communications associate, build and maintain a story bank of real people’s experiences as they relate to progressive solutions for critical community problems
● Consistently generate creative ideas for social media strategies and follow through on partner and supporter engagement as a result of those strategies
● Own projects end-to-end as assigned and overseen by the Deputy Director
A Better Wisconsin Together · 6516 Monona Drive #244, Madison, WI 53716 · email@abwt.org · (608) 514-1640
Qualifications We are seeking candidates who have clear and persuasive writing skills, an ability to think quickly and
creatively in real time and who are interested in a fast paced, team oriented environment. You should have:
● Demonstrated creative and analytical communication skills, extra credit for storytelling experience
● Experience using social media, including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to engage with voters or other constituents
● A willingness to work proactively and jump in with ideas and creative
● A strong commitment to working in a tight team with positive, supportive attitude
● Technology friendly
● An demonstrated commitment to disrupting racism and other systemic barriers in the advocacy world
Salary is between $50,000-$60,000 annually. Benefits include health and dental insurance. Compensation depends on experience and is competitive. To apply, email a resume and cover letter to jobs@abwt.org with subject line: Digital Organizer.
A Better Wisconsin Together is an equal opportunity employer. ABWT will not discriminate because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical disabilities, sexual orientation, color, gender identity characteristics or expression, marital status, veteran status, or medical condition (e.g., AIDS, cancer). We strongly encourage LGBTQ, Women, People of Color and People with Disability to apply.
A Better Wisconsin Together Digital Associate
A Better Wisconsin Together (ABWT) is seeking a full time Digital Associate to assist in building and maintaining digital content and working closely with the communications and research teams to implement ABWT strategies online.
The ideal candidate will be able to manage day to day content loading in a variety of content management systems. They will thrive working in a team environment to create and implement content strategies for priority issues and campaigns.
This position reports to the Digital Director and works in partnership with the research and communications team members.
About A Better Wisconsin Together
ABWT, the new progressive state communications and research hub in Wisconsin, is seeking a digital associate to join our team. We’re an advocacy organization focused on public policy and serving as a center for progressive message development, testing and communications. This is an exciting position where you will be working with a team to advance progressive values. Along with rapid response and earned media, ABWT engages Wisconsinites on issues using paid digital, television and radio communications.
This position is based in Madison, Wisconsin, but may require some travel, as well as evening and weekend hours, as needed. We are a small, nimble team working in a fast-paced environment on the frontlines of the fight to advance progressive values and policies in Wisconsin.
Job Responsibilities
● Work under the direction of the Digital Director and assist in the deployment of content; developing, pulling, and analyzing digital data; and reporting on analysis of digital data and metrics toward ABWT’s goals
● Assist with website management, design and maintenance--including building and maintaining microsite and landing page content
● Track online statistics and campaigns
● Assist with online scheduling and content production
● Edit and proofread a variety of content types for the website, ensuring it meets style, tone and marketing message requirements, as well as reflecting brand standards
● Own projects end-to-end as assigned and overseen by manager
A Better Wisconsin Together · 6516 Monona Drive #244, Madison, WI 53716 · email@abwt.org · (608) 514-1640
Qualifications We are seeking candidates who have strong technical skills, who understand and have experience
managing digital content and who are interested in a f ast paced, team oriented environment. You should have:
● Demonstrated creative and analytical writing abilities
● Understanding of digital advocacy and proficiency with social media
● A curious work style that is innovative and data driven
● A strong commitment to working in a tight team with positive, supportive attitude
● Experience with or an ability to quickly learn platforms like ActionKit, Wordpress, ActBlue, or StriveDigital
● Technology friendly, extra credit for proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and/or other graphic design or video editing software
● An demonstrated commitment to disrupting racism and other systemic barriers in the advocacy world
Salary is between $40,000-$50,000 annually. Benefits include health and dental insurance.
Compensation depends on experience and is competitive. To apply, email a resume and cover letter to jobs@abwt.org with subject line: Digital Associate.
A Better Wisconsin Together is an equal opportunity employer. ABWT will not discriminate because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical disabilities, sexual orientation, color, gender identity characteristics or expression, marital status, veteran status, or medical condition (e.g., AIDS, cancer). We strongly encourage LGBTQ, Women, People of Color and People with Disability to apply.
Jul 14, 2020
Full time
A Better Wisconsin Together Digital Associate
A Better Wisconsin Together (ABWT) is seeking a full time Digital Associate to assist in building and maintaining digital content and working closely with the communications and research teams to implement ABWT strategies online.
The ideal candidate will be able to manage day to day content loading in a variety of content management systems. They will thrive working in a team environment to create and implement content strategies for priority issues and campaigns.
This position reports to the Digital Director and works in partnership with the research and communications team members.
About A Better Wisconsin Together
ABWT, the new progressive state communications and research hub in Wisconsin, is seeking a digital associate to join our team. We’re an advocacy organization focused on public policy and serving as a center for progressive message development, testing and communications. This is an exciting position where you will be working with a team to advance progressive values. Along with rapid response and earned media, ABWT engages Wisconsinites on issues using paid digital, television and radio communications.
This position is based in Madison, Wisconsin, but may require some travel, as well as evening and weekend hours, as needed. We are a small, nimble team working in a fast-paced environment on the frontlines of the fight to advance progressive values and policies in Wisconsin.
Job Responsibilities
● Work under the direction of the Digital Director and assist in the deployment of content; developing, pulling, and analyzing digital data; and reporting on analysis of digital data and metrics toward ABWT’s goals
● Assist with website management, design and maintenance--including building and maintaining microsite and landing page content
● Track online statistics and campaigns
● Assist with online scheduling and content production
● Edit and proofread a variety of content types for the website, ensuring it meets style, tone and marketing message requirements, as well as reflecting brand standards
● Own projects end-to-end as assigned and overseen by manager
A Better Wisconsin Together · 6516 Monona Drive #244, Madison, WI 53716 · email@abwt.org · (608) 514-1640
Qualifications We are seeking candidates who have strong technical skills, who understand and have experience
managing digital content and who are interested in a f ast paced, team oriented environment. You should have:
● Demonstrated creative and analytical writing abilities
● Understanding of digital advocacy and proficiency with social media
● A curious work style that is innovative and data driven
● A strong commitment to working in a tight team with positive, supportive attitude
● Experience with or an ability to quickly learn platforms like ActionKit, Wordpress, ActBlue, or StriveDigital
● Technology friendly, extra credit for proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and/or other graphic design or video editing software
● An demonstrated commitment to disrupting racism and other systemic barriers in the advocacy world
Salary is between $40,000-$50,000 annually. Benefits include health and dental insurance.
Compensation depends on experience and is competitive. To apply, email a resume and cover letter to jobs@abwt.org with subject line: Digital Associate.
A Better Wisconsin Together is an equal opportunity employer. ABWT will not discriminate because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical disabilities, sexual orientation, color, gender identity characteristics or expression, marital status, veteran status, or medical condition (e.g., AIDS, cancer). We strongly encourage LGBTQ, Women, People of Color and People with Disability to apply.