Description
Public Affairs Manager
Calvert Street Group seeks a talented professional to join our firm in the position of Public Affairs Manager. This role will be a valuable contributor to the team by overseeing the day-to-day execution of stakeholder engagement, grassroots lobbying, and community outreach strategies.
Winning the nation’s most difficult corporate campaigns requires the best political organizers from either side of the aisle. We believe the best political organizers are drawn to the opportunity to work on the toughest campaigns. Calvert Street Group is built on this belief, and it is reinforced in our selective hiring process.
Primary Responsibilities
Analyze the political landscape and devise strategy for executing your campaign plan
Design and execute individualized voter contact programs
Write, edit and proofread outreach materials including direct mail, press releases, talking points, and fact sheets
Build coalitions in support of client objectives, including stakeholders, elected officials, opinion leaders, and the media
Utilize cutting edge voter contact programs including voter file management, micro-targeting, voter ID programs, phone programs, and integrated social media
Identify and work with media; demonstrate knowledge of traditional and social media
Attend client and regulatory meetings, meet deadlines, draft reports
Serve as client primary point of contact for projects
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Campaign management or relevant field, grassroots or organizing experience
Demonstrated ability to develop project strategy, implement a campaign plan, and lead a project team
Demonstrated ability to excel in a client facing role
Ability to be very thorough, detailed, creative, and intellectually curious
Ability to communicate effectively with clients and lead meetings
Strong research, writing, and editing skills
Demonstrated ability to manage and complete administrative tasks efficiently (ie. project time and expenses)
Proficient in relevant software: E-Canvasser, Hubdialer, L2, Microsoft Suite and Office 365, etc.
Bachelor’s degree – or higher – with a strong academic resume and GPA
5+ years of relevant experiencw
Preferred Qualifications
Project management and/or account management experience
Experience managing and leveraging large amounts of data, such as voter databases
A background in grassroots organizing, community engagement, marketing/communications, journalism, or politics.
Compensation & Benefits
Commensurate with experience. Generous benefits including but not limited to: unlimited vacation; health, vision & dental packages; 401k with a 5% company match.