Political Organizer - Capital District
Working Families Party
Location: Albany, New York, 12206, United States
Last day to apply: September 7, 2008
About the Working Families Party:
This is one of the most exciting and important political project in the US. The Working Families Party was formed by some of New York’s strongest labor unions and community groups, along with thousands of individuals who believe that New York State should belong to all the people-not just the wealthy and well-connected. The WFP is an independent, multi-racial progressive political alliance working through elections and legislative campaigns to advance the work of trade unions and community organizations.
The Working Families Party runs grassroots campaigns to elect progressive candidates and fights for living-wage jobs, better schools and campaign finance reform. The WFP combines a practical electoral strategy with a focus on issues of economic justice, democratic political reform, environmental and community protection, and investment in education and children.
Job Description
The WFP is hiring a full-time organizer for the Capital District to begin immediately and work through the end of the 2008 electoral cycle (mid November, 2008). WFP organizers help build political power for our members, especially in working-class and minority communities. Organizers build local Working Families Party chapters by recruiting, training and mobilizing volunteer membership to win campaigns; developing volunteer leadership; deepening the involvement of our institutional allies; and planning and organizing political campaigns.
Job responsibilities include:
•Planning and implementing campaign strategies with chapter leadership;
•Working with community groups and labor unions to deepen their involvement in Working Families Party campaigns;
•Overseeing technical aspects of local party building;
•Coordinating door-knocking drives, mailings, phone banks and fundraisers on behalf of Working Families Party candidates;
•Maintaining administrative systems and records on organizing and campaign activities.
Qualifications:
An ability to recruit and motivate diverse groups of people; a demonstrated commitment to economic and social justice; accountability to goals; ability to work with computers; a willingness to learn new skills and ideas; a willingness to be self-motivated and self-critical; and a willingness to work hard including long hours and some weekends.
The Working Families Party is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply:
Interested applicants should fax resume and cover letter to Amy Cohen at 718-246-3718 (fax); 718-222-3796 x217 (phone) or email
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Job posted on July 15, 2008
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