[JOB] Youth Vote Director (OH)

[shervin....@nextgenclimate.org]

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SUMMARY:

NextGen Climate is a nonpartisan organization focused on bringing climate change to the forefront of American politics. In 2016, NextGen will be working to support candidates who have demonstrated a serious commitment to taking immediate policy action to address climate change issues.

As a part of this program, NextGen Climate will run a substantial grassroots organizing and communications program to persuade and turn out targeted voters, with a focus on young voters and college students. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Oversee the statewide Youth Vote program, including the management of regional field directors, field organizers, a data manager, and paid student fellows
• Execute a statewide voter registration program on campuses across the state, including site-based voter registration drives over the summer, college orientation and move-in voter registration drives in the fall, and large events in the lead up to Voter Registration deadlines
• Execute a student Get Out The Vote plan on key campuses
• Where appropriate, develop and implement a Get Out The Early Vote program
• Build and maintain strategic and tactical relationships with youth and campus organizations across the state, as well as other stakeholders
• Work with allies on election protection programs to ensure student voters are able to vote seamlessly
• Manage a communications and digital staff who will tell the story of our youth voter engagement strategy and stay in a regular dialogue with campus newspapers and youth-focused media outlets off-campus
• Highlight, and when necessary, develop press-worthy events for young voters and NextGen Climate volunteers
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least one cycle of field management strongly recommended
• Previous field organizing experience and experience registering voters required
• Specific experience working on student and/or campus organizing programs preferred
• Strong communication, management, and motivational skills
• The ability to work within a team environment
• Experience managing a program budget preferred but required
• The Youth Vote Director will receive significant training and support from NextGen Climate staff
• Potential campaign staff will be expected to work up to 80 hours per week through the November election

COMPENSATION: 

NextGen Climate offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a very comprehensive benefits package.

NextGen Climate is an equal opportunity employer. 

ABOUT NEXTGEN CLIMATE:

NextGen Climate is a San Francisco-based environmental advocacy organization. Founded by businessperson and philanthropist Tom Steyer in 2013, we act politically to prevent climate disaster and promote prosperity for all Americans. Working at every level, we are committed to supporting candidates, elected officials, and policymakers across the country that will take bold action on climate change.