Grassroots Manager

Job Description

Overview

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s largest small business advocacy organization, looks to hire a Grassroots Manager to join its grassroots team.

Responsibilities

The Grassroots Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining a strong network of activist NFIB members in the assigned states of Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Recruits, trains, organizes, and coordinates the activities of NFIB members to support and grow member activism. Works with all NFIB departments to implement state and national programs and initiatives. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working with State Director(s) to create meaningful engagement opportunities, support Leadership Councils, and develop an activist network.
• Planning and executing issue campaigns, events, and meetings on a state and regional basis.
• Assisting Senior Media Manager(s) by supplying activist members for media contact.
• Supporting fundraising and political activities.
• Coordinating and supporting Sales Teams and Member Services staff to develop and promote member value-added products and services in the state or region.

Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; work outcomes must meet and/or exceed productivity and quality standards. Must be able to work as part of a cooperative team environment and independent of direct supervision; adhere to Company and Department policies and procedures, including regular and predictable attendance. Performs other projects as needed.

This is a fully remote, work-from-home position. The ideal candidate would reside in Atlanta, Georgia, Raleigh, NC, or near a major city for easy travel.

Qualifications

• Experience working for a political campaign, association, legislative office, or equivalent.
• Five (5) years of relevant work experience as a grassroots coordinator, fundraiser, event planner, marketer, or similar position. Basic knowledge of the legislative processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and membership database software.
• Able to travel approximately 20 nights per year, when applicable.
• Ability to take initiative, assume project responsibility, prioritize work under pressure, and meet deadlines. Must possess flexibility and stress patience.
• Professional, energetic self-starter. Must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills, including public presentation skills.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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