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Grassroots Engagement Director - CVA, North Carolina

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Stand Together

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
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AI generated summary

  • You must build relationships, know public policy, create strategic plans, canvass, organize volunteers, and have grassroots advocacy or campaign experience. Veteran status is required.
  • You will engage local leaders to strategize, activate volunteers, and educate the public on policy initiatives, turning ideas into action daily.

Requirements

  • - You're able to build relationships quickly with people from all walks of life and understand how to inspire and motivate others
  • - You have knowledge of state and federal public policy landscapes
  • - You can think of new ways to achieve our goals towards better public policy and develop the detailed plans to get us there
  • - You have a valid driver’s license
  • - You are ready and willing to canvass neighborhoods and make phone calls for AFP priority initiatives and endorsed candidates, as well as motivate and coordinate volunteers to do the same
  • - Experience in grassroots advocacy and/or community organizing
  • - Experience in political campaigns
  • - You have veteran status

Responsibilities

  • As our Grassroots Engagement Director, you will work alongside local leaders to tailor our local strategy for the success and future of this group
  • Every day you will make calls and plans to activate new volunteers that turn policy into reality
  • You will develop and execute strategies to educate the public on public policy issues and initiatives

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Grassroots Engagement Director position?

The primary focus of the Grassroots Engagement Director is to identify, recruit, and engage like-minded individuals, especially within the veteran communities, mobilizing them to take action and drive policy reform to ensure equal opportunity, freedom, liberty, and prosperity for all citizens.

Is experience as a veteran or military family member preferred for this position?

Yes, experience as a veteran or military family member is preferred, as the organization values the unique knowledge, values, and skills that individuals with such backgrounds can bring to grassroots engagement.

What responsibilities does the Grassroots Engagement Director have?

The Grassroots Engagement Director will work alongside local leaders to tailor local strategy, activate new volunteers, and develop strategies to educate the public on key policy issues and initiatives.

Are there specific qualifications or skills required for the role?

Yes, candidates should be able to build relationships quickly, have knowledge of public policy landscapes, think creatively for achieving goals, possess a valid driver’s license, and be willing to canvass neighborhoods and make phone calls.

What kind of organizational support does Americans for Prosperity offer to its employees?

Americans for Prosperity offers competitive salaries and bonuses, generous 401K matching, health and wellness benefits, professional development opportunities, and a flexible time-off policy, among other support.

Is previous experience in grassroots advocacy important for this role?

While not mandatory, experience in grassroots advocacy and community organizing, as well as political campaigns, is preferred and may help candidates stand out.

What type of flexibility does the organization provide in terms of work schedule?

The organization has a flexible time-off policy, allowing employees to take leave as needed.

Will the Grassroots Engagement Director be required to participate in direct outreach activities?

Yes, the Grassroots Engagement Director will be required to canvass neighborhoods and motivate and coordinate volunteers for outreach activities.

Is diversity a consideration in the hiring process at Americans for Prosperity?

Yes, Americans for Prosperity values diversity in experiences, perspectives, and ideas while striving to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.

Are there opportunities for professional development within the organization?

Yes, Americans for Prosperity provides opportunities for professional development and mentorship through various industry-specific programs, including Principle Based Management.

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.