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Democracy Summer

Phil Ehr (FL-28)

Pensacola, FL

The Democracy Summer project seeks to bring about political change in America by training and deploying the next generation of Democratic organizers and leaders to win elections at every level. This ...

The Public Interest Network

Policy Associate

Boston, MA · On-site

$38.25K - $39.50K/yr

Qualifications We are looking for skilled candidates with an understanding of and an appreciation for the role of information in political organizing. Candidates should have: * Excellent writing ...

The Public Interest Network

Policy Associate

Boston, MA

$38.25K - $39.50K/yr

We are looking for skilled candidates with an understanding of and an appreciation for the role of information in political organizing. Candidates should have: * Excellent writing skills, * The ...

For Our Future Action Fund

WI · On-site

$52.68K/yr

Candidates should have familiarity with Dane and Rock Counties , experience working in political campaigns or organizing environments, comfortable working long hours, and possess basic digital skills.

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A Political Organizing job involves mobilizing people and resources to support a political cause, candidate, or policy initiative. Organizers engage with communities, recruit and train volunteers, plan events, and develop grassroots strategies to build public support. They also coordinate outreach efforts like canvassing, phone banking, and voter registration drives. The goal is to increase engagement, influence public opinion, and drive political action.

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To thrive in Political Organizing, you need strong communication, community engagement, and campaign management skills, typically supported by experience in grassroots movements or political campaigns. Familiarity with voter databases, digital outreach platforms, and project management tools like VAN or NationBuilder is often required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, resilience, and adaptability are crucial for effective collaboration and overcoming on-the-ground challenges. These skills ensure organizers can mobilize supporters, coordinate successful events, and achieve campaign goals in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

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A typical day in political organizing can involve a mix of duties such as recruiting and training volunteers, planning outreach events, managing communication with community stakeholders, and tracking progress using digital tools. Organizers often attend community meetings, canvas neighborhoods, and coordinate phone banking or text campaigns to engage voters. Collaboration is key, as you’ll work closely with campaign managers, field teams, and volunteers to execute strategy. The role can be fast-paced and occasionally requires evening or weekend hours, especially during peak campaign periods. This hands-on, dynamic environment provides ample opportunities for learning and growth within the field.
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State Affiliate Political Organizer (SAPO)

State Affiliate Political Organizer (SAPO)

TEXAS AFT

Austin, TX

$58K - $69K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Texas American Federation of Teachers (AFT) is seeking a knowledgeable and dynamic State Affiliate Political Organizer (SAPO). The SAPO’s mission is to bridge the national AFT union’s political/legislative agenda with the state affiliate’s political and mobilization work. They support organizing, member engagement, legislative campaigns, PAC / political fundraising, coalition building, and coordination with local unions (locals) and community allies.

In essence, the SAPO helps align, drive, and implement political strategy within the state to further both state-level and national goals of the AFT, while activating and leveraging members.

Applicants should have a working knowledge of unions and a commitment to the labor movement. Some organizing experience is a plus, but not a requirement.

Duties:

Specific job duties include:

  • Organizing and supporting effective grass-roots communication networks
  • Identifying and recruiting legislative and political activists among Texas AFT’s members and training local leaders to do the same
  • Developing and presenting legislative and political training programs and materials for Texas AFT leaders and members
  • Communicating Texas AFT’s legislative and political goals and objectives to affiliates
  • Planning and executing Texas AFT’s Lobby Day actions during legislative sessions, including communications and event logistics
  • Expanding Texas AFT’s participation and leadership in coalitions with allied organizations
  • Maintaining liaison with national legislative and political staff of the American Federation of Teachers
  • Increasing Texas AFT’s political fundraising

Qualifications:

Required knowledge and skills:

  • Substantial experience in designing and implementing political/legislative grass-roots programs, including building budgets and campaign plans
  • Experience with volunteer recruitment and management and building and facilitating campaign tactical training
  • Experience developing and implementing field programs that include phone banking, door-to-door canvassing and direct mail
  • Proven ability to make persuasive written and oral presentations
  • Strong working knowledge of social media such as Facebook, Twitter, mobile text message campaigns and other online tools to support online communication and volunteer recruitment and engagement
  • Strong expertise in online voter file databases such as the Labor Action Network
  • Knowledge of education, public-employee issues, and labor policy is a plus
  • Working knowledge of Texas legislature, politics, and coalitions in which Texas AFT participates is a plus
  • Experience with campaign field writing and fundraising is a plus
  • Must own car and carry comprehensive automobile insurance
  • Work is required across the State of Texas

Salary and Benefits:

Starting salary for this position is $58,000-$69,000 (based on experience) and is part of a collective bargaining agreement with the staff union. In addition to base salary, the position offers a wide range of benefits including:

  • Benefits of a union contract
  • Fully paid health and dental insurance for the employee and family
  • Fully paid disability income insurance for the employee and $50,000 term life insurance
  • Paid sick and vacation leave per year
  • Retirement contribution

Equal Opportunity Employer and all are encouraged to apply.