Advocacy Campaign Strategist, Elections and Government Program

The Brennan Center’s Elections and Government Program works to improve the administration of elections so that they are free, fair, and accessible, reduce the undue influence of private wealth, amplify the voices of everyday people, and combat election disinformation and political violence. The Advocacy Campaign Strategist reports to the Director of the Elections and Government Program and will strategically coordinate the Program’s engagement with external partners and stakeholders and coordinate complex projects to achieve advocacy goals. Note: This position is based in Washington, D.C. Candidates located in New York City will still be considered. Responsibilities Contribute to planning and execution of advocacy campaigns to achieve Elections and Government Program goals. Provide project management, organization, logistical solutions, and administrative support, as needed. Identify tools and methods to increase effectiveness and efficiency of the team’s work. Coordinate communications between program staff and internal/external stakeholders. Engage in field advocacy, including: participate in coalition meetings, convenings, and briefings. Develop and maintain productive relationships with election officials, grassroots allies, civic partners, government staff, elected officials, and other outside stakeholders. Identify and create opportunities to advance program goals in the field, and improve the program’s advocacy with learning and perspectives from the field. Conceive and execute advocacy products such as blog posts, digital media products, public comments, FAQs, and other assets, in collaboration with communications colleagues where appropriate, with a focus on broadening and increasing partner engagement with the program’s work. Contribute research and writing for policy and empirical research reports that will form the basis of advocacy campaigns. Contribute to the program’s media and public education work, including strategy, talking points, and speaking engagements. This role will require 25% or more travel. Help to train new program support staff, including program associates, and serve as their first point of advice on routine matters. Experience and Qualifications A bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years of relevant experience are required. A can-do attitude – proactive, solutions-focused, with comfort in ambiguity and initiative to ‘figure it out’. Experience holding full-time responsibility in a campaign setting such as electoral campaigns, issue or legislative campaigns, or community organizing. Strong drive and ability to take initiative, plan, prioritize, and pivot, and keep self and colleagues at various levels of seniority informed, organized, and on task in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to execute advocacy campaign-related deliverables such as convenings, reports, sign-on letters, partnership agreements, and or relationship-management databases. Strong ability to track and synthesize complex information and convey it persuasively, in writing and oral presentations, to different audiences including government officials, community-based organizations, and the public. Strong interpersonal skills and the desire and ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and outside the organization. Mature judgment, a problem‑solving approach to challenges, a growth mindset in the face of setbacks, and the ability to keep calm under pressure. Exceptional professionalism, integrity, discretion, and tact. Enthusiasm to learn and advocate the work of the Elections and Government Program, including a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and in improving U.S. democracy. Working familiarity with campaign finance, voting procedures, or election administration is a significant plus. Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Compensation and Benefits The Brennan Center offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that is regularly assessed based on workplace trends and employee feedback. The salary range for this position is $85,000-$95,000, contingent upon the candidate’s qualifications and internal equity considerations. Additionally, we offer a generous time‑off program, a 401(k) plan, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), and wellness and office perks. This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the National Organization of Legal Services Workers, UAW Local 2320. If this role assumes supervisory responsibilities in the future, it will no longer be in the union. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Brennan Center for Justice is committed to a workplace based on equal opportunity and a strong belief in the increased effectiveness that comes from a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, ethnicity, gender identity, socioeconomic identity, sexual orientation, national origin, previous incarceration, disability, military veteran/status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. To this end, we welcome all qualified applicants to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Brennan Center For Justice