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Grassroots Engagement Director - AFP, Illinois

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Stand Together

Aug 1, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level

Requirements

  • A deep belief in people-empowering, bottom-up, public policy solutions that limit the coercive nature of government and empower individuals to pursue their American Dream
  • Leadership skills! We need someone with strong people skills and humility to embrace our growth-focused culture
  • Comfort and confidence working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment independent of direct supervision or direction. We need a go-getter who can figure out how to overcome new and unique challenges!
  • A valid driver’s license
  • Knowledge of the political, economic, and legislative landscape of Illinois
  • A background in grassroots activism, political lobbying, canvassing, or campaign work
  • Experience managing and developing engaging social media

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead a community of volunteers who will engage in multiple voter-contact activities including phone banking, door-to-door canvassing, and online activism
  • Work with community leaders to educate the public on critical policy issues and legislation
  • Be the brand ambassador and local face for the AFP in your community
  • Plan, promote, and execute large public facing events
  • Manage complex grassroots projects with multiple stake holders, partners, and vendors
  • Support your activist teams with on-going training, resources, and mentorship

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Grassroots Engagement Director?

The primary role of the Grassroots Engagement Director is to identify, recruit, and lead volunteers in voter-contact activities, ensuring that the activist base holds elected officials accountable throughout Illinois.

What specific activities will the Grassroots Engagement Director be responsible for?

The Grassroots Engagement Director will build and lead a community of volunteers engaging in phone banking, door-to-door canvassing, and online activism, among other voter-contact activities.

What leadership qualities are necessary for this position?

The ideal candidate should possess strong people skills, humility, and the ability to embrace a growth-focused culture, along with leadership capabilities to manage and motivate volunteer teams effectively.

Is prior experience in politics or activism required for this role?

While not mandatory, standout candidates will have knowledge of the political, economic, and legislative landscape of Illinois, as well as a background in grassroots activism, political lobbying, canvassing, or campaign work.

What kind of training and support is offered to the Grassroots Engagement Director?

The Grassroots Engagement Director will receive ongoing training, resources, and mentorship to support their activist teams and enhance their effectiveness in grassroots projects.

What characteristics are the organization looking for in potential candidates?

The organization seeks candidates who are go-getters, comfortable and confident working independently, and able to navigate a fast-paced environment to overcome challenges.

What are some of the benefits offered to employees?

Benefits include competitive salaries and bonuses, a generous 401K match with immediate vesting, competitive health and wellness benefits, a flexible time-off policy, and a purchasing credit card for business expenses.

Can this position allow for independent work and remote management?

Yes, the Grassroots Engagement Director should be comfortable working independently and managing their own projects without direct supervision.

How does Americans for Prosperity define its mission?

Americans for Prosperity aims to drive long-term solutions to the country's biggest challenges through grassroots outreach, uniting citizens behind policies that improve individual lives and promote empowerment.

What is the significance of diversity in the hiring process for this position?

Americans for Prosperity values diversity in experiences, perspectives, and ideas as it fuels creativity and success, and they are committed to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all qualified applicants regardless of various backgrounds and characteristics.

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Stand Together

Non-profit
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Stand Together is a philanthropic community. We help America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems. Our partners include nonprofit leaders, educators, Fortune 50 CEOs, NFL legends, civil rights leaders, Grammy-winning musicians, and grassroots activists. We help them transform their results by providing access to capabilities including funding to build capacity, a unique national network to reach scale, and a playbook for applying principles that are proven to help organizations grow and thrive. Together, we are driving solutions on economic opportunity, education, healthcare, bridging partisan divides, and dozens of other pressing issues. Explore how partnering with Stand Together can transform your results.

Benefits

  • Healthy Body

    Healthcare needs are different for everyone. That’s why we offer multiple plan options with generous company contributions towards individual and dependent premiums, so you can choose the coverage level best suited to your needs. Medical Plans Comprehensive medical plan options, including prescription drug coverage, are available through CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependents. Dental Plans Select from two available plan options through MetLife Dental that cover diagnostic, preventive, restorative, and major care, as well as orthodontics. Vision Care Plan Vision benefits through VSP provide extensive coverage for routine eye examinations, contacts, eyeglass lenses and frames. Fitness The Peloton fitness benefit provides unlimited access to a growing library of live streaming and on-demand classes at no out-of-pocket cost as well as discounts on Peloton equipment.

  • Healthy Mind

    As a community of passionate and dedicated professionals focused on making a difference, we recognize you need time to recharge and care for yourself and your loved ones. Our policies and resources help make that wellbeing a priority. Mental Health The Talkspace benefit provides you and your dependents age 13+ with convenient, personal, and professional mental health support at no out-of-pocket cost. Flexible Time Off The flexible time off policy positions you to take vacation and sick leave as needed. This policy is rooted in mutual trust between you and your supervisor to effectively advance our goals. Parental Leave Paid parental leave is available to all employees to provide bonding time for the birth, adoption, or fostering of a baby/child. Holidays We recognize twelve paid holidays each year.

  • Healthy Finances

    Financial security is easier to achieve when you have the resources to plan. We have curated programs to help you prepare for your future and address unexpected events. 401k Pre- and post-tax contributions, and competitive dollar-for-dollar matching with immediate eligibility and vesting can help you meet your retirement goals. Pre-Tax Saving Accounts Flexible spending, dependent care flexible spending, and health savings accounts with employer match provide pre-tax savings opportunities to cover eligible expenses, all while reducing your taxable income. Life & Disability Employer-paid life insurance with the option to supplement, and protecting your income with short-term and long-term disability insurance coverage help round out our comprehensive healthy finance benefit offerings. Commuter Assistance Plans We offer options to offset the cost of commuting into our Arlington, VA offices. Our HQ-based staff can select either onsite parking at no additional cost or a monthly allowance for WMATA/Metro.