POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Voting Rights Program Manager will work with the state election advocacy coalition and partners of the America Votes table to organize around key voting rights issues locally and in the state legislature. This will include tracking legislation, implementation, and rule-making; engagement with election officials and local boards of elections; and general election protection efforts to ensure convenient voting access for all North Carolinians. The Program Manager will bring key organizations and stakeholders together to execute the larger coalition strategy around this work that focuses on protecting access to the ballot, election administration modernization, and easing the administrative burden of election officials. This position reports to the North Carolina State Director and the National Voting Rights Director, and runs through April 2023 with the potential to extend.
LOCATION
This position is based in North Carolina, preferably in Raleigh; and may require travel around the state. Other localities in the state are negotiable. The role may require some travel and reasonable access to an airport is required. America Votes is currently in a temporary period or remote work.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The North Carolina Voting Rights Program Manager will support the coordination of:
Legislative work around voting rights and election administration. Cultivate and manage a nonpartisan bank of messengers on voting issues; help coordinate and draft testimony, and train spokespeople as needed
Engagement with election officials and boards of elections, including staying up to date on county by county election preparations, capacity, anticipated changes, allocation of resources, implementation of new laws, and status of targeted advocacy requests.
Election administration implementation and compliance at the local and state level, including the implementation of new elections-related legislation.
Election protection efforts with partners and key stakeholders across North Carolina, including statewide poll worker recruitment effort as needed.
Build and manage relationships within the voting rights coalition, help grow coalition membership and expertise, and empower coalition members across the state to identify and work on a coordinated strategy.
Participate in weekly coalition calls with state voting coalition partners and national partners to report on progress. Coordinate efforts with state and national organizations participating in aligned efforts, including local election administrator-led efforts.
Support external communications with partners including weekly emails, workgroup listservs, meeting follow-up, and regular phone calls. Organize and facilitate coordinated and/or collaborative partner events, such as coalition meetings and trainings.
Help prepare and schedule meetings with coalition partners and election officials, keep meeting minutes, follow up on action items, and track engagement with local election offices.
Track compliance of jurisdictions subject to new language requirements, including but not limited to website translations, legal ads, ballot language, sample ballots, and bilingual staffing at elections offices and in-person voting locations.
Monitor local implementation of new federal, state, and local districts and their impact on voting locations and reprecincting to monitor against mass consolidations, and right-sized precincts that could accommodate population growth over the following decade.
Work in close partnership with communications partners and other organizations to create and disseminate strategic messaging guidance around elections administration related legislative and post-session accountability campaigns.
Provide weekly updates to national and state leadership related to legislative, lobbying, advocacy, election official engagement, and other related progress; as well as challenges, needs, and opportunities.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
4 - 6 years of voting rights, advocacy, organizing, nonprofit, electoral campaign, or government experience, and at least two years of experience working within a coalition.
Past work in implementing an election or advocacy campaign. Ideal candidates will have experience in volunteer engagement or voter mobilization including registration, absentee vote, early vote, or Election Day voter mobilization.
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably developing or leading voting rights advocacy campaigns or organizing settings.
Strong sense of ownership and resilience with respect to planning ahead, finding alternative paths when needed, and bouncing back from setbacks and rejections. Demonstrated ability to move people to action and hold them accountable with and without formal authority
Respect for local organizations, election officials, leaders, and programs.
Familiarity with North Carolina election laws and administration of election systems. Ideal candidates will have expertise in election administration and related advocacy.
Experience creating reports and presentations for various audiences, and leading meetings of diverse stakeholders.
Proficient in Google Suites or Microsoft Office with emphasis on using Excel, Powerpoint, Google Slides, Docs, and Sheets. Comfort with designing decks in Powerpoint, Google Slides, and Canva.
Excellent writing, communication, presentation, and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively by making and meeting team goals.
Team player with strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment; positive attitude and sense of humor.
willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments; and willing to work irregular hours and travel as needed.
PREFERRED
Knowledge of and experience in North Carolina politics, state/local lobbying, managing contractors, and/or community organizations.
Experience or training in race equity/anti-racist frameworks; a general understanding of how power intersects with gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and class in organizing and electoral settings.
COMPENSATION
This position runs through April 2023 with the potential to extend. The salary will be between $5,800 - $6,000 per month, depending on the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 90% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after six months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, paid sick leave and personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.
Jul 27, 2022
Full time
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Voting Rights Program Manager will work with the state election advocacy coalition and partners of the America Votes table to organize around key voting rights issues locally and in the state legislature. This will include tracking legislation, implementation, and rule-making; engagement with election officials and local boards of elections; and general election protection efforts to ensure convenient voting access for all North Carolinians. The Program Manager will bring key organizations and stakeholders together to execute the larger coalition strategy around this work that focuses on protecting access to the ballot, election administration modernization, and easing the administrative burden of election officials. This position reports to the North Carolina State Director and the National Voting Rights Director, and runs through April 2023 with the potential to extend.
LOCATION
This position is based in North Carolina, preferably in Raleigh; and may require travel around the state. Other localities in the state are negotiable. The role may require some travel and reasonable access to an airport is required. America Votes is currently in a temporary period or remote work.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The North Carolina Voting Rights Program Manager will support the coordination of:
Legislative work around voting rights and election administration. Cultivate and manage a nonpartisan bank of messengers on voting issues; help coordinate and draft testimony, and train spokespeople as needed
Engagement with election officials and boards of elections, including staying up to date on county by county election preparations, capacity, anticipated changes, allocation of resources, implementation of new laws, and status of targeted advocacy requests.
Election administration implementation and compliance at the local and state level, including the implementation of new elections-related legislation.
Election protection efforts with partners and key stakeholders across North Carolina, including statewide poll worker recruitment effort as needed.
Build and manage relationships within the voting rights coalition, help grow coalition membership and expertise, and empower coalition members across the state to identify and work on a coordinated strategy.
Participate in weekly coalition calls with state voting coalition partners and national partners to report on progress. Coordinate efforts with state and national organizations participating in aligned efforts, including local election administrator-led efforts.
Support external communications with partners including weekly emails, workgroup listservs, meeting follow-up, and regular phone calls. Organize and facilitate coordinated and/or collaborative partner events, such as coalition meetings and trainings.
Help prepare and schedule meetings with coalition partners and election officials, keep meeting minutes, follow up on action items, and track engagement with local election offices.
Track compliance of jurisdictions subject to new language requirements, including but not limited to website translations, legal ads, ballot language, sample ballots, and bilingual staffing at elections offices and in-person voting locations.
Monitor local implementation of new federal, state, and local districts and their impact on voting locations and reprecincting to monitor against mass consolidations, and right-sized precincts that could accommodate population growth over the following decade.
Work in close partnership with communications partners and other organizations to create and disseminate strategic messaging guidance around elections administration related legislative and post-session accountability campaigns.
Provide weekly updates to national and state leadership related to legislative, lobbying, advocacy, election official engagement, and other related progress; as well as challenges, needs, and opportunities.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
4 - 6 years of voting rights, advocacy, organizing, nonprofit, electoral campaign, or government experience, and at least two years of experience working within a coalition.
Past work in implementing an election or advocacy campaign. Ideal candidates will have experience in volunteer engagement or voter mobilization including registration, absentee vote, early vote, or Election Day voter mobilization.
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably developing or leading voting rights advocacy campaigns or organizing settings.
Strong sense of ownership and resilience with respect to planning ahead, finding alternative paths when needed, and bouncing back from setbacks and rejections. Demonstrated ability to move people to action and hold them accountable with and without formal authority
Respect for local organizations, election officials, leaders, and programs.
Familiarity with North Carolina election laws and administration of election systems. Ideal candidates will have expertise in election administration and related advocacy.
Experience creating reports and presentations for various audiences, and leading meetings of diverse stakeholders.
Proficient in Google Suites or Microsoft Office with emphasis on using Excel, Powerpoint, Google Slides, Docs, and Sheets. Comfort with designing decks in Powerpoint, Google Slides, and Canva.
Excellent writing, communication, presentation, and time management skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively by making and meeting team goals.
Team player with strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment; positive attitude and sense of humor.
willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments; and willing to work irregular hours and travel as needed.
PREFERRED
Knowledge of and experience in North Carolina politics, state/local lobbying, managing contractors, and/or community organizations.
Experience or training in race equity/anti-racist frameworks; a general understanding of how power intersects with gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and class in organizing and electoral settings.
COMPENSATION
This position runs through April 2023 with the potential to extend. The salary will be between $5,800 - $6,000 per month, depending on the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 90% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after six months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, paid sick leave and personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.
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 North Carolina is seeking a well-organized campaign strategist for a full-time position as Deputy State Director. The North Carolina Deputy State Director plays a key role in the work to grow the state coalition and coordinate strategies between state and national partners. The Deputy State Director works to advance 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. The position works directly with the America Votes team in North Carolina and will support advancing team priorities and goals. The Deputy State Director works closely with dozens of progressive partners and allies within the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the North Carolina State Director.
Location
This position is based in Raleigh, North Carolina and may require some travel and reasonable access to an airport is required. America Votes has offices located in DC and CO, FL, GA, MI, MN, NC, NH, NM, NV, OH, PA, and WI. America Votes is currently working remotely, however if you are based in a state with an America Votes office a hybrid approach may be possible depending on local guidance.
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning Leadership – 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 and leading in long-range strategic planning for the North Carolina progressive movement. Ideal candidates will have knowledge and experience in election administration and voting rights.
Coalition Coordination - Plan and facilitate regular coalition meetings for organizations to create and share plans as well as progress toward goals; identify problems and new opportunities toward winning elections and advancing advocacy goals. Directly manage and provide leadership in the state with the development, implementation, and analysis of state campaign plans, with an emphasis on direct voter contact programs.
Campaign Leadership - Facilitate innovative and creative solutions to challenges related to electoral and issue campaigns, short- and long-term campaign planning, and capacity building. Facilitate ongoing conversations and collective actionable steps toward equity in the work of the coalition and partner members.
Project Management - Support the state director in implementing America Votes’ organizational goals. Support team creation of work plans and team benchmarks for success. Manage special projects to deliver on team goals.
Partner Campaign Support - Advocate for partner organizations and elevate quality programs in the state, and assist organizations in identifying potential resources. Lead, organize, and facilitate coordinated and/or collaborative partner events, including coalition meetings, training and direct voter contact activities. Develop and execute training curriculums to advance the partner's program, as well as create and organize resources. Role may include some grant management.
Program Implementation - Develop capacity-building opportunities for partners and work directly with the State Director and state team to assess program gaps and overlaps to maximize program impact. Coaching and troubleshooting for high-level campaign staff. Support program implementation through the voter file and other related tools including basic VAN administration. This position is likely to work closely with voting rights allies and stakeholders to advance election administration goals.
Product Creation - Lead and support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of North Carolina and support the coalition. Lead the development of content for reports and presentations for a diverse audience of stakeholders. Deliver presentations to stakeholders, sometimes on short timelines.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
Ideal candidates will have a minimum six to eight years experience in progressive political campaigns, progressive non-profits (with an organizing focus) or similar transferable experience and three years’ project management or staff management experience, including a track record of fostering a collaborative environment and consistent feedback.
Experience building campaign strategies, preferably electoral, including having responsibility for planning, implementation, and program analysis at a statewide level. Expertise in field operations, canvass, voter registration and mail programs preferred. Established expertise and proven track record with electoral plan writing, targeting, and modeling. Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve a must.
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, particularly in political and organizing settings.
Demonstrated ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative work environment; ability to be respected by progressive stakeholders, to be trusted to lead and to be able to practice confidentiality, discretion, and legal compliance in the work.
Ability to build strong relationships quickly and cultivate those relationships over the long term; at least two years of experience working in a coalition including experience facilitating and working within broad and diverse coalitions.
Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks / projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively by making and meeting team goals.
Ability to travel within the state (as needed); ability to work irregular hours, especially during the peak months of the electoral cycle. Must be a self-starter.
Ideal candidates will have experience with standard presentation materials including Google Suite (Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc.) or Microsoft Suite (Excel, Power Point, etc). Ideal candidates will have experience with election administration and / or voting rights campaigns.
Candidates should have a spirit of service and curiosity, along with a diplomatic, professional approach to problem-solving in work with outside partners and while working internally, independently or on a team.
Ability to lead and support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of North Carolina and support the coalition.
Candidates should have a spirit of service and curiosity, along with a diplomatic approach to problem-solving in work with outside partners and while working internally, independently or on a team.
Preferred
Knowledge of and experience with North Carolina’s political landscape and / or independent expenditure political campaigns.
Experience with program analysis, research, and testing.
Experience managing grants programs or fundraising campaigns.
Strong VAN (Voter Activation Network) skills and familiarity with digital campaign technology or willingness to learn.
Experience managing staff towards goals and building a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present and facilitate large meetings.
Experience or training in race equity / anti-racist frameworks; a general understanding of how power intersects with gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and class in organizing and electoral settings.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be betwee n $70,000 to $80,000 an d depend upon the applicant’s experience. Benefits for this position include health, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, paid sick days, and parental leave, as well as 401 (K) after six months of continuous service with the organization. The position is union eligible.
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. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
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 North Carolina is seeking a well-organized campaign strategist for a full-time position as Deputy State Director. The North Carolina Deputy State Director plays a key role in the work to grow the state coalition and coordinate strategies between state and national partners. The Deputy State Director works to advance 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. The position works directly with the America Votes team in North Carolina and will support advancing team priorities and goals. The Deputy State Director works closely with dozens of progressive partners and allies within the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the North Carolina State Director.
Location
This position is based in Raleigh, North Carolina and may require some travel and reasonable access to an airport is required. America Votes has offices located in DC and CO, FL, GA, MI, MN, NC, NH, NM, NV, OH, PA, and WI. America Votes is currently working remotely, however if you are based in a state with an America Votes office a hybrid approach may be possible depending on local guidance.
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning Leadership – 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 and leading in long-range strategic planning for the North Carolina progressive movement. Ideal candidates will have knowledge and experience in election administration and voting rights.
Coalition Coordination - Plan and facilitate regular coalition meetings for organizations to create and share plans as well as progress toward goals; identify problems and new opportunities toward winning elections and advancing advocacy goals. Directly manage and provide leadership in the state with the development, implementation, and analysis of state campaign plans, with an emphasis on direct voter contact programs.
Campaign Leadership - Facilitate innovative and creative solutions to challenges related to electoral and issue campaigns, short- and long-term campaign planning, and capacity building. Facilitate ongoing conversations and collective actionable steps toward equity in the work of the coalition and partner members.
Project Management - Support the state director in implementing America Votes’ organizational goals. Support team creation of work plans and team benchmarks for success. Manage special projects to deliver on team goals.
Partner Campaign Support - Advocate for partner organizations and elevate quality programs in the state, and assist organizations in identifying potential resources. Lead, organize, and facilitate coordinated and/or collaborative partner events, including coalition meetings, training and direct voter contact activities. Develop and execute training curriculums to advance the partner's program, as well as create and organize resources. Role may include some grant management.
Program Implementation - Develop capacity-building opportunities for partners and work directly with the State Director and state team to assess program gaps and overlaps to maximize program impact. Coaching and troubleshooting for high-level campaign staff. Support program implementation through the voter file and other related tools including basic VAN administration. This position is likely to work closely with voting rights allies and stakeholders to advance election administration goals.
Product Creation - Lead and support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of North Carolina and support the coalition. Lead the development of content for reports and presentations for a diverse audience of stakeholders. Deliver presentations to stakeholders, sometimes on short timelines.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
Ideal candidates will have a minimum six to eight years experience in progressive political campaigns, progressive non-profits (with an organizing focus) or similar transferable experience and three years’ project management or staff management experience, including a track record of fostering a collaborative environment and consistent feedback.
Experience building campaign strategies, preferably electoral, including having responsibility for planning, implementation, and program analysis at a statewide level. Expertise in field operations, canvass, voter registration and mail programs preferred. Established expertise and proven track record with electoral plan writing, targeting, and modeling. Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve a must.
Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, particularly in political and organizing settings.
Demonstrated ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative work environment; ability to be respected by progressive stakeholders, to be trusted to lead and to be able to practice confidentiality, discretion, and legal compliance in the work.
Ability to build strong relationships quickly and cultivate those relationships over the long term; at least two years of experience working in a coalition including experience facilitating and working within broad and diverse coalitions.
Ability to work independently and to drive and manage own workload; ability to manage several tasks / projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively by making and meeting team goals.
Ability to travel within the state (as needed); ability to work irregular hours, especially during the peak months of the electoral cycle. Must be a self-starter.
Ideal candidates will have experience with standard presentation materials including Google Suite (Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc.) or Microsoft Suite (Excel, Power Point, etc). Ideal candidates will have experience with election administration and / or voting rights campaigns.
Candidates should have a spirit of service and curiosity, along with a diplomatic, professional approach to problem-solving in work with outside partners and while working internally, independently or on a team.
Ability to lead and support the creation and development of written reports and products to tell the story of North Carolina and support the coalition.
Candidates should have a spirit of service and curiosity, along with a diplomatic approach to problem-solving in work with outside partners and while working internally, independently or on a team.
Preferred
Knowledge of and experience with North Carolina’s political landscape and / or independent expenditure political campaigns.
Experience with program analysis, research, and testing.
Experience managing grants programs or fundraising campaigns.
Strong VAN (Voter Activation Network) skills and familiarity with digital campaign technology or willingness to learn.
Experience managing staff towards goals and building a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present and facilitate large meetings.
Experience or training in race equity / anti-racist frameworks; a general understanding of how power intersects with gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and class in organizing and electoral settings.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be betwee n $70,000 to $80,000 an d depend upon the applicant’s experience. Benefits for this position include health, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, paid sick days, and parental leave, as well as 401 (K) after six months of continuous service with the organization. The position is union eligible.
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. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
The North Carolina Program Director plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state, responsible for supporting the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, advocacy, and policy work among partners and allies. This person will be a critical part of our state team and be responsible for projects such as coordinating and leading a coalition of partners coordinating electoral field programs and working to advance public legislative accountability programs. The position works directly with the America Votes team in North Carolina in support of progressive partners and allies in the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the North Carolina State Director. This is a full time position.
Dec 09, 2021
Full time
The North Carolina Program Director plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state, responsible for supporting the year-round coordination and alignment of electoral, organizing, advocacy, and policy work among partners and allies. This person will be a critical part of our state team and be responsible for projects such as coordinating and leading a coalition of partners coordinating electoral field programs and working to advance public legislative accountability programs. The position works directly with the America Votes team in North Carolina in support of progressive partners and allies in the state’s progressive movement. This position reports directly to the North Carolina State Director. This is a full time position.
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.
America Votes is committed to developing long-term roadmaps and setting critical goals for states. With an eye on redistricting and the consequences of extreme conservative gerrymanders, these efforts are essential to building progressive power in the states, session-by-session and election-by-election.
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 North Carolina is seeking a well-organized self-starter for a full-time position as Data Director. The North Carolina Data Director plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state. America Votes North Carolina utilizes and offers its partner organizations a range of voter file, data, and targeting services. We seek an individual with a combination of technical and political skills to manage these services and work with state partner groups and stakeholders in the progressive movement. This position reports directly to the North Carolina State Director.
LOCATION This position is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, with remote work negotiable through the pandemic.
RESPONSIBILITIES Work with partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support, enhance, and execute programs. This includes assisting partners in employing program implementation best practices as well as converting technical data to actionable issue advocacy and electoral campaign recommendations. Lead data presentation development. Must be comfortable developing district profiles, landscape memos, slide show presentations, and other documents to communicate data analysis with key stakeholders. Work with the State Director to lead America Votes North Carolina data analysis and coordination efforts, and provide strategic data-driven recommendations to partners on field and targeting. Work with America Votes North Carolina staff, partners, vendors, consultants, and others for the acquisition, enhancement, manipulation and management of voter and member data. Manage voter file access for AV partner organizations and their consultants. This includes administration and security, training end-users, and providing technical assistance as needed. Manage and enhance volunteer recruitment database, virtual predictive dialer, web based programs, and text messaging programs. Work with other AV North Carolina staff and partner groups to ensure that political and voter contact programs are maximizing shared voter file, targeting, and other data resources. This includes supporting AV-NC staff and partner groups to develop campaign plans. Lead partner and organizational VAN and data trainings. Strategic planning assistance – support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans (electoral, voting rights, and issue campaigns), providing technical assistance, responding to programmatic requests and participating actively in long-range strategic planning for the North Carolina progressive movement. 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 training. Other responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in political or organizing settings. Understanding of how power and privilege can show up in data-- both in access to data and the data itself. Candidates should have an understanding of common direct voter contact programs and experience using data to inform plans. Strong VAN or other database skills are required. Must be comfortable using spreadsheets, and should have a working knowledge of: pivot tables, filters, text to columns, and creating simple charts using Excel or a similar tool. Must be comfortable and able to present data in understandable ways-- including visualizations, historical context, and more. Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new technical skills. Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail. Must be a self-starter willing to work long irregular ‘campaign-style’ hours and to travel as needed, especially during campaign season. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of persistence and resourcefulness in solving technical and data problems. Positive attitude and a sense of humor. PREFERRED Standout candidates will have experience with at least one of the following: Mapping tools (QGIS, etc), visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Periscope, etc), SQL (comfortable with SELECT, WHERE, GROUPBY), R, Python, advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, INDEX(MATCH)). Knowledge of and experience with North Carolina political landscape and/or independent expenditure campaigns. Experience conducting small group trainings or developing training materials for end users.
COMPENSATION The salary for this position will be between $58,000 and $65,000 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 and parental leave.
TO APPLY Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form. Interviews will start the week of November 23 and positions will remain posted until filled.
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.
Nov 24, 2020
Full time
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.
America Votes is committed to developing long-term roadmaps and setting critical goals for states. With an eye on redistricting and the consequences of extreme conservative gerrymanders, these efforts are essential to building progressive power in the states, session-by-session and election-by-election.
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 North Carolina is seeking a well-organized self-starter for a full-time position as Data Director. The North Carolina Data Director plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state. America Votes North Carolina utilizes and offers its partner organizations a range of voter file, data, and targeting services. We seek an individual with a combination of technical and political skills to manage these services and work with state partner groups and stakeholders in the progressive movement. This position reports directly to the North Carolina State Director.
LOCATION This position is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, with remote work negotiable through the pandemic.
RESPONSIBILITIES Work with partner organizations using the voter file and other technologies to support, enhance, and execute programs. This includes assisting partners in employing program implementation best practices as well as converting technical data to actionable issue advocacy and electoral campaign recommendations. Lead data presentation development. Must be comfortable developing district profiles, landscape memos, slide show presentations, and other documents to communicate data analysis with key stakeholders. Work with the State Director to lead America Votes North Carolina data analysis and coordination efforts, and provide strategic data-driven recommendations to partners on field and targeting. Work with America Votes North Carolina staff, partners, vendors, consultants, and others for the acquisition, enhancement, manipulation and management of voter and member data. Manage voter file access for AV partner organizations and their consultants. This includes administration and security, training end-users, and providing technical assistance as needed. Manage and enhance volunteer recruitment database, virtual predictive dialer, web based programs, and text messaging programs. Work with other AV North Carolina staff and partner groups to ensure that political and voter contact programs are maximizing shared voter file, targeting, and other data resources. This includes supporting AV-NC staff and partner groups to develop campaign plans. Lead partner and organizational VAN and data trainings. Strategic planning assistance – support coalition partners through the development of campaign plans (electoral, voting rights, and issue campaigns), providing technical assistance, responding to programmatic requests and participating actively in long-range strategic planning for the North Carolina progressive movement. 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 training. Other responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Experience working with underrepresented and/or historically marginalized communities, preferably in political or organizing settings. Understanding of how power and privilege can show up in data-- both in access to data and the data itself. Candidates should have an understanding of common direct voter contact programs and experience using data to inform plans. Strong VAN or other database skills are required. Must be comfortable using spreadsheets, and should have a working knowledge of: pivot tables, filters, text to columns, and creating simple charts using Excel or a similar tool. Must be comfortable and able to present data in understandable ways-- including visualizations, historical context, and more. Candidates must have a willingness and aptitude to seek out and learn new technical skills. Excellent communication and time management skills, with attention to detail. Must be a self-starter willing to work long irregular ‘campaign-style’ hours and to travel as needed, especially during campaign season. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of persistence and resourcefulness in solving technical and data problems. Positive attitude and a sense of humor. PREFERRED Standout candidates will have experience with at least one of the following: Mapping tools (QGIS, etc), visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Periscope, etc), SQL (comfortable with SELECT, WHERE, GROUPBY), R, Python, advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, SUMIF, INDEX(MATCH)). Knowledge of and experience with North Carolina political landscape and/or independent expenditure campaigns. Experience conducting small group trainings or developing training materials for end users.
COMPENSATION The salary for this position will be between $58,000 and $65,000 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 and parental leave.
TO APPLY Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form. Interviews will start the week of November 23 and positions will remain posted until filled.
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.
America Votes North Carolina is seeking a well-organized self-starter for the 2020 election cycle as a full-time position as Data Manager. The North Carolina Data Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state. America Votes utilizes and offers its partner organizations a range of voter file, data, and targeting services. We seek an individual with a combination of technical and political skills to serve the growing data needs of the state’s progressive infrastructure, support the management of these services, and work with state partner groups and stakeholders in the progressive movement. This position works closely with the state Data Director and reports to the State Director. This position ends December 31, 2020.
Aug 03, 2020
Full time
America Votes North Carolina is seeking a well-organized self-starter for the 2020 election cycle as a full-time position as Data Manager. The North Carolina Data Manager plays a key role in the advancement of the progressive movement in the state. America Votes utilizes and offers its partner organizations a range of voter file, data, and targeting services. We seek an individual with a combination of technical and political skills to serve the growing data needs of the state’s progressive infrastructure, support the management of these services, and work with state partner groups and stakeholders in the progressive movement. This position works closely with the state Data Director and reports to the State Director. This position ends December 31, 2020.