FOR IMMEDIATE HIRE - Campaign Manager for NY Congressional Primary

[Zach Fisch]

Position Summary

Congressional campaign in New York is currently seeking a dynamic campaign manager for a people-powered progressive primary challenge.

 

Duties

·      Manage the execution of the campaign strategy, plan, and budget that center on a robust data-backed, people-powered campaign and an aggressive communications and media strategy.

·      Oversees daily operations of the campaign (finance, press, field, research, new media, scheduling, event planning, and compliance), including logistics and management of the candidate’s schedule.

·      Develop a budget, track cash flow, and ensure campaign is staying on budget.

·      Build and maintain relationships with local Democratic elected officials, party leaders, grassroots activists and volunteers.

·      Work with candidate and consultants to create compelling mail, TV ads, and digital creative.

·      Recruit, hire and manage outstanding volunteers and staff.

 

Required Skills

·      Must have at least 1 cycle of campaign experience.

·      Experience in multiple facets of a campaign including field and communications. Strong field experience preferred. 

·      Willingness to work campaign hours, including nights and weekends.  

·      Knowledge of NGP VAN, VoterBuilder and voter targeting is desirable. 

·      Superior project and people management skills.

·      Ability to problem-solve independently and take creative approaches to meeting goals

·      Strong interpersonal communications skills and possess the ability to inspire and motivate staff and volunteers.

·      Must be well-organized, professional, and punctual.

·      Able to function well in high-stress situations.

·      Willing to relocate to suburban New York and have means of reliable transportation. 

 

Compensation

Competitive for a Congressional campaign and will be commensurate with prior experience. 

To apply, please send a resume and work sample to nyprogress...@gmail.com