MICHIGAN PROGRAM MANAGER - 2020 CYCLE POSITION

MICHIGAN PROGRAM MANAGER - 2020 CYCLE POSITION

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ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

America Votes is the coordination hub of the progressive community, leading collaborative efforts among a diverse coalition of more than 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections and protect every American’s right to vote. America Votes works nationally and in more than 20 states to provide a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in key states. For more information about America Votes, visit www.americavotes.org.

COMMITMENT TO RACIAL EQUITY

America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity through organizational systems and policies that are consistently tested, evaluated and updated. Some organizational priorities include:

• Building reflective and equitable state and national networks and partnerships.
• Increasing engagement of state-based groups building power in communities of color in the planning process.
• Expanding the Community Power Builders program, designed to support organizations led by and working in communities of color as they emerge into the 501(c)(4) space.

America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes’ work on advancing racial equity.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

America Votes Michigan is seeking a well-organized self-starter for the 2020 election cycle in a full-time position as Program Manager. The MI Program Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state, responsible for the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, advocacy and policy work among partners and allies. This position will support program implementation and reporting across the state coalition. The position works directly with the America Votes team in Michigan, as well as dozens of progressive partners and allies with the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the Michigan State Director and works closely with the Michigan Deputy Director.

LOCATION

This position is based in Lansing, Michigan.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic planning assistance: support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans (electoral, voting rights, and issue campaigns), providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests, and participating actively in long-range strategic planning for the Michigan progressive movement
• Support coalition coordination by tracking organizational programs, monitoring benchmarks, providing technical assistance, and identifying gaps in collective strategy.
• Support events of America Votes partners and allies including coalition meetings, trainings and direct voter contact activities.
• Work with partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support and enhance issue advocacy and voter contact programs. This includes assisting partners in employing best practices and VAN trainings.
• Support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of Michigan and support the coalition. 
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, particularly in political, electoral, and organizing settings. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume of information with impeccable attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. 
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative work environment; ability to be respected by progressive stakeholders, trusted to practice confidentiality, discretion, and legal compliance in the work.
• Experience managing electoral field campaigns.
• Ability to build strong relationships quickly and cultivate those relationships over the long term.
• Ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively by making and meeting team goals.
• Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to travel within the state (as needed); ability to work sometimes long, irregular hours, especially during the peak months of the electoral cycle. Must be a self-starter.
• Ideal candidates will have some experience in progressive political campaigns, progressive non-profits (with an organizing focus), or similar entities.
• Candidates should have a spirit of service and curiosity, along with a diplomatic approach to problem-solving.
• Positive attitude and a sense of humor.

Preferred

• Strong writing and communications skills.
• Desire to learn VAN and similar tools
• Experience implementing or managing digital programs a plus.

COMPENSATION 

This position runs through December 31, 2020. The salary for this position will be between $4,160 - $5,000 per month and depend upon the applicant’s experience. Benefits for this position include health, dental and vision insurance as well as a 401(K) and paid vacation, sick days.

TO APPLY

Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.

If you experience any technical difficulties with our application form, please email recruiting@americavotes.org. Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.

America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law.