Fwd: Open Maryland Congressional Seat Race Seeks Manager
Amy Pritchard
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Apply for Campaign Manager Here Brief Campaign Summary Maryland’s 5th Congressional District is a strongly Democratic seat, and with Leader Steny Hoyer retiring, the Democratic primary will determine the next Member of Congress. This will be a competitive, multi-candidate race where many contenders share similar Democratic values. The difference will not be ideology alone — it will be organization, coalition-building, fundraising strength, disciplined execution, and the ability to build a campaign that feels authentic and connected to voters. Wala Blegay is a Prince George’s County Councilmember and attorney who has spent more than 20 years fighting for working families in Maryland. The daughter of West African immigrants who dedicated their lives to serving refugees and families in need, Wala has built her career standing up for people who are too often overlooked. On the County Council, she created the ER Wait Time Task Force to demand healthcare accountability, championed Food as Medicine to improve access to nutrition, fought predatory business practices, and pushed for responsible development that strengthens communities rather than displaces them. Her campaign is centered on protecting federal workers and contractors, advancing Medicare for All, lowering costs for working families, ending corporate control of politics, and fighting for climate justice and good-paying jobs. Wala believes government should work for working people — not billionaires or special interests. Job Description This is a moment for bold, organized leadership. This race will move fast, attract real competition, and reward campaigns that combine progressive values with disciplined execution. With the district’s proximity to Washington and the legacy of such a high-profile seat, this contest will draw attention well beyond Maryland. The Campaign Manager will serve as the senior strategist and day-to-day leader of the operation. This role requires someone who can:
Campaign managers are generalists by necessity. You must understand fundraising, field, communications, targeting, and budgeting — even if you are not personally executing every task. This role requires someone who can build the plane while flying it, adjust mid-course, and keep the team aligned all the way through Election Day. Salary: $7,000 – $10,000 per month, commensurate with experience. Requirements Core Experience:
Technical & Systems Fluency:
This role is for someone who understands that in a multi-candidate Democratic primary, differentiation comes from execution, relationships, coalition strength, and disciplined strategy — not just policy alignment. Application Questions: All applications should be submitted in our airtable intake form. You cannot modify or edit your application after submission. We encourage you to review the questions below the description in advance. We respect your time and don’t want this to take more than an hour. Jobs That Are Left is a newsletter from GAIN Power, the largest progressive career and community platform. We’re building a diverse, multiracial, cross-sector professional network to strengthen our democracy—connecting talent across issues, skills, geographies, and lived experiences. Join GAINPower.org to grow your career, connect with changemakers, and contribute to the infrastructure powering progressive politics. Visit our career center to have your job featured. Career Center: add new jobs and resumes If you’ve found a job, made a connection, or believe in our mission, please share your story or testimonial about your success. Together, we can build a stronger, more representative democracy. Consider becoming a paid member or donating to support our work.
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