Ed Hermes for Phoenix: Campaign Manager

Ed Hermes for Phoenix: Campaign Manager

Ed Hermes is a community activist, progressive leader, and the leading candidate for Phoenix City Council in district 4. Ed's campaign is looking for an organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for progressive politics to join his team as Campaign Manager. This position is through Election Day in November and could extend to a potential run-off in mid-March 2027.

The ideal candidate has previous experience in leadership roles on political campaigns, managing staff and contractors, and is highly organized and communicative.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise staff, interns, and contractors, assigning tasks and ensuring accountability
• Oversee and implement the campaign's strategic plan
• Prepare and send out regular correspondence to donors, volunteers, and constituents
• Manage the campaign's budget, expenses, and bill payments
• Oversee and collaborate with consultants
• Monitor all campaign activities to ensure benchmarks are met and make adjustments as necessary
• Support the Finance Director on various fundraising tasks, ensuring financial systems and reporting are organized
• Support the Field Director and provide oversight of field program
• Oversee campaign communications, in collaboration with campaign consultants and contractors
• Oversee internship and volunteer program
• Maintain the campaign calendar and coordinate logistics for most campaign events
• Work closely with the candidate on a day to day basis
• Hire staff and consultants as needed
• Manage relationships with unions and other potential allied organizations
• Run regular campaign team calls, ensuring attendees are providing regular reports and notes are kept

What We're Looking For:

• Previous political campaign or adjacent experience preferred
• Self-starter who is willing to work irregular hours in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• A person who is highly organized, detail oriented, competitive, and results-driven.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience managing staff, vendors, and contractors is a plus
• Based in the Phoenix area or willing to relocate