We’ve started a grassroots progressive organization to take our
country in a new direction—and we need talented and dedicated
individuals to develop and implement our policy and advocacy programs.
Progressive Future tackles core progressive issues such as health care,
education, global warming, and the war in Iraq. We’ll work to make
sure these issues are addressed by our elected officials, and we will
hold them accountable while they are in office.
Progressive Future seeks an experienced and passionate Program Advocate
to work for progressive change across the country. The Advocate will
develop programs around key progressive issues, and implement a variety
of campaign strategies to turn these solutions into reality.
Job Responsibilities will include:
• Gaining expertise on one or more of our top priority issues and developing programs around those issues
• Building strong coalitions with likeminded groups and individuals
• Working with local and national media to ensure that our message is heard
• Developing campaign materials and web content
• Fundraising through grants and large donors
Qualifications
We’re looking for a goal-driven and results-oriented individual with a
strong commitment to our progressive mission and grassroots approach to
change. The ideal candidate will have two to five years of relevant,
post-college, professional experience, including (but not limited to)
work in policy, grassroots organizing, or government settings.
Candidate must be well-organized, a self-starter, flexible, creative,
able to work under pressure while keeping a sense of humor, and be able
to work quickly and cooperatively on several projects at one time.
Excellent writing and verbal skills are essential. We are looking for
candidates interested in making a 2-year commitment to the organization.
Salary & Benefits
Salary for this position will
be commensurate with the successful candidate's relevant professional
experience. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes
health care coverage, educational loan assistance, retirement plan,
paid vacation and sick days, and parental leave. Opportunities for
advancement, travel, and additional training are available.
Application
E-mail your cover letter and resume to Elizabeth-Ann Rowlison at apply@progressivefuture.com by August 1, 2008. We will consider your application and if we think you're a good fit, we'll be in touch. Please include “Program Staff candidate, your name” in the subject line of the e-mail, and be sure to mention where you saw our job advertised.
Progressive Future is an Equal Opportunity Employer.