Job Description

Campaign Manager

Work Location: Remote with periodic in-state travel required

Applicants must be full-time residents of Michigan

Voters Not Politicians is seeking a full-time Campaign Manager to execute our voter mobilization program, My City Votes. The position runs through the November 2024 statewide election, with the potential for a longer-term education program management role.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in political campaigns in Michigan. They will be responsible for executing campaign objectives, building stakeholder relationships, and managing multiple projects to fulfill our mission. This position offers an extraordinary opportunity to play a critical role in a fast-paced, growing family of organizations that is changing the political landscape of Michigan.

About Voters Not Politicians Education Fund

Voters Not Politicians Education Fund is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to strengthening democracy in Michigan through public education and civic participation. VNPEF envisions a truly representative democracy where the will of the voters drives government decision-making and public policy in Michigan.

VNPEF is part of the Voters Not Politicians family of organizations.

Duties & Responsibilities
This position reports to the Programs Director and is responsible for the following:

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with local and statewide organizations, and with city governments including election clerks, city council members, and mayors,
• Develop and implement comprehensive campaign strategies and plans aligned with our program’s vision and mission
• Oversee and manage the execution of targeted voter outreach initiatives, including door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, text banking, direct mail, and digital outreach.
• Manage events, both in-person and virtual
• Utilize data analytics tools to track and analyze campaign performance, make data-driven decisions, and optimize outreach efforts
• Attend events, rallies, and community meetings, representing our organization and building relationships with stakeholders
• Develop metrics, track data, and report progress to goals
• Stay updated on election trends at the local, state, and national level
• Meet regularly with supervisor and staff.

Qualifications
We seek candidates who welcome opportunities to learn and grow and who are self-starters, skilled communicators, and natural relationship builders.

Required:

• 2-3 cycles of political campaign experience
• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public administration, communications, or a related field OR
  • 4 years of relevant work experience
• Experience managing projects, including tracking and communicating progress
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills
• Proficient and knowledgeable in campaign tools such as Voter Action Network (VAN),
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion that aligns with our values and our commitment to promoting a truly inclusive and representative democracy in Michigan.
• Availability to work flexible hours during election season.

Preferred:

• Experience managing peer-to-peer texting tools such as GetThru
• Familiarity with compliance rules regarding 501(c)(3) educational activities
• Proficient in Google Suite tools such as Sheets, Docs, Calendar, and Analytics
• Established professional relationships with activist networks in diverse Michigan communities such as Grand Rapids, Flint, Benton Harbor, and Muskegon Heights.

Salary range is $65,000 – $78,000 per year depending on experience, and negotiable based on candidate qualifications. Benefits include a 401k with up to 6% employer match, QSEHRA health insurance reimbursement, flexible work schedule, and paid holidays.

Voters Not Politicians is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: Activism, organizing, and voting rights. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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