Campaign & Communications Coordinator

SEIU (Building Service 32BJ Benefit Funds)

Campaign & Communications Coordinator

Based in NYC, New York

About Us:
Building Services 32BJ Benefit Funds (“the Funds”) is the umbrella organization responsible for administering Health, Pension, Retirement Savings, Training, and Legal Services benefits to over 185,000 SEIU 32BJ members. Our mission is to make significant contributions to the lives of our members by providing high quality benefits and services. Through our commitment, we embody five core values: Flexibility, Initiative, Respect, Sustainability, and Teamwork (FIRST). By following our core values, employees are open to different and new ways of doing things, take active steps to improve the organization, create an environment of trust and respect, approach their work with the intent of a positive outcome, and work collaboratively with colleagues.

The Funds oversees and manages $11 billion dollars in assets, which are made up of many varied and complex funds. The dollars come from several sources, including the property owners who pay into the funds on behalf of their employees, and as such, require those who oversee and manage the money to be highly skilled financial management people.

32BJ Benefit Funds will continue to drive innovation, equity, and technology insights to further help the lives of our hard-working members and their families. We use cutting edge technology such as: M365, Dynamics 365 CRM, Dynamics 365 F&O, Azure, AWS, SQL, Snowflake, QlikView, and more.

Please take a moment to watch our video to learn more about our culture and contributions to our members: youtu.be/hYNdMGLn19A

Job Summary:
The Health Fund is seeking a Campaign and Communications Coordinator to join the Health Fund Policy Team. The Health Fund Policy team was created to address the changing regulatory landscape, evaluate health policy, and elevate the 32BJ Health Fund in public discussions on healthcare costs, hospital prices, and payment innovation. The Campaign and Communications Coordinator will help execute the Campaign for Affordable Hospitals in New York and New Jersey, supported by the experience and resources of the 32BJ Health Fund, 32BJ Labor Industry Cooperation Fund, and 32BJ SEIU.

Job scope: 
The coordinator will work closely with campaign staff, coalition partners, union staff, and consultants to support digital organizing, communications, member engagement, and campaign activities. The ideal candidate has experience in digital organizing, campaign communications, and content development, and is comfortable collaborating across campaign, policy, and organizing teams.

Supporting the Campaign for Affordable Hospitals in New York and New Jersey, the Coordinator will help translate campaign goals and healthcare policy issues into effective digital organizing, member engagement, and public-facing communications. Through digital content, storytelling, campaign materials, coordinated actions, and strategic communications, the coordinator will connect 32BJ members, coalition partners, and the broader public to the campaign's objectives.

This position is ideal for someone who understands that communication is not only about content production, but also about building participation, shaping public narratives, and motivating people to take action. The coordinator will also support the planning and execution of campaign events, including rallies, lobby days, press conferences, and other public engagement activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
As the team is evolving, so is the role of the Campaign and Communications Coordinator. The essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Execute the campaign communications strategy, including development of social media content and digital campaigns, and ongoing management and maintenance of the campaign website.
• Draft campaign materials including social posts, talking points, testimony, fact sheets, and other advocacy communications.
• Support ongoing relationships with communications vendors, coalition partners, consultants, and community organizations by coordinating communications, project deliverables, and campaign activities.
• Implement Campaign plans and activities with allies including other unions, community and policy organizations, and employers.
• Help plan and execute campaign events, including but not limited to rallies, press conferences, public hearings, and other public advocacy events.
• Coordinate multiple campaign communication projects simultaneously by tracking timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder engagement to support campaign objectives.
• Connecting work to union members and Fund participants to carry out campaign plans.
• Help monitor the healthcare political and legislative landscape, working with consultants and partners, to identify opportunities and emerging issues for the Campaign.
• Help introduce, pass, and implement new legislative efforts that meet the goals of the Campaign and Coalition, including supporting advocacy and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Amplify the work of the Coalition and Campaign for Affordable Hospitals by disseminating data-driven analyses, recommendations, and policy perspectives to Coalition partners across multiple markets using digital, print, and other communication channels.
• Prepare members and Coalition partners for public engagement opportunities, including providing communications materials and logistical support.
• Help synthesize data and policy analyses produced by the 32BJ Health Fund policy team about healthcare costs and hospital pricing, to assist in the creation of public materials for dissemination through social media, digital platforms, or traditional means.
• Assist in content development and ensure political attendance and engagement for the annual conference on hospital prices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• The ideal candidate has three (3) to five (5) years of experience supporting or executing public affairs, legislative, labor, advocacy, or issue-based campaigns, with a focus on executing communications, organizing plans, and developing supporting campaign materials. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong relationship management, vendor coordination, event planning, and written and verbal communication skills within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Bachelor's degree required, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience. 
• Demonstrated understanding of digital organizing, campaign communications, organizing, and issue-based campaigning gained through professional experience, particularly supporting or executing large-scale field, issue-based, or legislative campaigns. 
• Experience managing social media platforms, digital communications, and online campaign content. 
• Familiarity with email, SMS, and digital advocacy platforms such as Action Network, Hustle, EveryAction, VAN, or similar tools. 
• Ability to translate complex healthcare, legislative, or public policy issues into clear, persuasive, and accessible communications for a variety of audiences. 
• Experience coordinating activities with staff and members, and the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. 
• Strong relationship-building, stakeholder engagement, vendor coordination, and interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent project coordination, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple communications, events, campaign initiatives, and competing priorities simultaneously while meeting established deadlines. 
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders. 
• High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
• Willingness and ability to travel and occasionally work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, as business needs require.

Preferred qualifications: 

• Working knowledge of the New York State, New York City, and New Jersey healthcare, legislative, and political landscapes
• Experience supporting or executing labor-centered legislative, advocacy, or coalition-based initiatives.

Compensation: 
The salary for this role ranges from $95,000.00 To $105,000.00 annually. 

Application: 
Please send a résumé and letter of interest to View email address on us.fitly.work . Please use “ Campaign & Communications Coordinator ” in the subject line of your email. Please include where you saw the job.

32BJ Funds is an inclusive and diverse organization, committed to advocating for social, racial and economic justice. We strongly encourage applications from people who believe in our mission. We strongly encourage women and people of color to apply.

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