Political Strategist, Advocacy and Partnerships - Remote

Overview

The Political Strategist will help coordinate day-to-day activities of the Vera Action team, manage databases, organize rapid response work, and hold partnerships with various stakeholders within the organization and the wider criminal justice reform coalition.

In Short

• Coordinate day-to-day activities of the Vera Action team.
• Manage Vera Action databases.
• Organize rapid response work.
• Hold partnerships with various stakeholders.
• Draft memos, decks, and other materials.
• Research and track relevant elections.
• Conduct outreach to campaigns and movement partners.
• Lead briefings on messaging and analysis.
• Produce public-facing reports.
• Assist in managing the Vera Action website.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in the advocacy field.
• Experience writing for a wide range of audiences.
• Close attention to detail.
• Familiarity with public opinion research.
• Excellent presentation and writing skills.
• Ability to travel when necessary.
• Able to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off.
• Comprehensive health insurance plan.
• Student loan repayment benefits.
• Professional development training opportunities.
• Up to $2,000 annual for education costs.
• Employer-funded retirement plan.
• Flexible time.