Campaign Organizer for Ballot Measures, Committee for a Healthy Community - St. Louis, MO

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COMMITTEE FOR A HEALTHY COMMUNITY

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Job Title: Campaign Organizer

 

Position Details: Full-Time, Temporary Position (Ends November 30, 2018)

Location: Based in St. Louis, MO. Requires travel throughout St. Louis County and St. Charles County

Function - Scope Statement:
This position entails carrying out a campaign plan for two smoke-free workplace ballot measure efforts in St. Louis County and St. Charles County. The ideal candidate will have a knack for grassroots organizing. Knowledge of the area is preferred. This is a full-time, limited term position. The campaign organizer reports directly to a supervising coalition partner (with additional support from full coalition and consultants). 

                       

Major Responsibilities:

1. Using a written campaign plan as a guide, works with established coalition partners, consultants, and volunteers to execute grassroots strategies.
2. Acts as the point person, ensuring all efforts for the St. Louis County and St. Charles County campaigns are coordinated.
3. Facilitates efficient and consistent communications among coalition partners.
4. Works with coalition partners and consultants to develop and implement a field plan to mobilize supporters through direct voter contact and outreach.

5. Recruits and educates new supporters, storytellers, organizational partners, and volunteers.
6. Plans and coordinates regular events and meetings.

7.   Coordinates communication efforts for both campaigns, providing regular updates on Facebook and Twitter, among other appropriate mediums.

8.  Responsible for tracking and meeting benchmarks for success laid out in the campaign plan (in areas including but not limited to signature gathering, social media engagement, and recruitment of storytellers).

9.  Manages day to day operations of the campaign, including accounts receivable/payable, budget, event planning, and database upkeep, among other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

For organizing purpose, this position requires flexibility in daily schedule and structure to have a presence in St. Louis and St. Charles counties. Office space may be provided upon request. Regular communication with coalition leadership and consultants will be required.

 

Additional Requirements:

Ability to be on one’s feet most of the day; successfully communicate over the phone, in person, and in writing; effectively plan and manage workflow; work on multiple projects simultaneously; and execute project details with limited supervision.

Minimum Qualifications:

1.  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

2. Minimum three years of experience working on political/issue campaigns, community organizing, or government relations. Working knowledge of public health issues and tobacco control policy is a plus. Knowledge of the area preferred.
3. Ability to recruit, coordinate, and supervise volunteers; engage coalition partners and consultants in a team environment.
4. A self-starter with exceptional communications skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage multiple complex projects under time constraints.
6. Ability to travel 20% of the time, including possibility of overnight travel in state.
7. Proficiency in VAN, Microsoft Office, and social media platforms.
8. Access to reliable transportation and ability to maintain valid driver’s license and auto insurance (with ability to transport materials and other supplies to and from meetings and events). Must pass criminal, credit and DMV background checks.
   
   
   

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to showmes...@gmail.com.