NextGen America: National Partnerships and Political Manager (Remote)

Remote

$85,000-$100,000 / Yearly

NextGen America

Misc. Senior Management

Non-Profit

Please use this link to apply: https://nextgenamerica.bamboohr.com/careers/406?source=aWQ9MjQ%3D. If you need any accommodations, please email [email protected]

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**THE ROLE:**
The National Partnerships and Political Manager is responsible for managing relationships with federal partners, developing strategies for our political work and advising on key priorities for NextGen’s program. A successful National Partnerships and Political Manager will be able to build strong political connections in the progressive space, excellent communication skills and great organizational skills and can thrive in a fast paced environment. 

The ideal candidate has a passion for politics and a belief that young people will make the difference in America’s future. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system, and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.

This role will report to the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships.

This is a fully remote position with no location requirement. **However, a preference will be given to candidates located in DC, MD, or Northern VA. **We encourage candidates from all locations within the United States to apply.

FLSA Classification: Exempt
Remote Position: Yes
Union Position: No
Travel Requirements: 25%
End Date: 11/15/2024

**WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:**
- Own relationships with political partners in the youth vote space and national elections space. 
- Be a point of contact within NextGen for work with external partners, including advising on our federal policy agenda development.
- Cultivate and manage relationships with new external partners. 
- Develop plans to incorporate elected officials into our political work. 
- Find opportunities for NextGen to participate in more panels, summits and conferences throughout the United States. 
- Develop and implement political action plans that advance the priorities of the youth vote.
- Identify key races and priorities for upcoming election cycles by developing election briefs to be used by internal organizing structures.
- Manage NextGen’s endorsement process for upcoming election cycles. 
- Assist in fundraising and press as needed as a spokesperson for NextGen.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
 
**ABOUT YOU:**
- At least two cycles of campaign experience in organizing, digital, communications, political, or other work. 
- Previous government affairs, legislative office or political campaign experience working directly with the principal or candidate.
- Preference for previous Capitol Hill experience and/or established staff-level relationships.
- Previous experience raising 501c3, 501c4 and/or political campaign funding.
- Strong organizational, strategic and analytical skills, ability to manage and prioritize numerous projects.
- The candidate must have excellent organizational skills, and demonstrate a clear ability to adapt rapidly to evolving priorities and deadlines.
- They must have a strong work ethic and demonstrate consistent attention to detail.
- Corporate partnership development experience is a plus.
- Love working in a dynamic team environment.
- Be a positive, unselfish team player that sets the tone for everyone to do their best work.
 
**SALARY INFORMATION:**
The starting salary range for this position is $85,000-$100,000. The final base salary will be determined by various factors, including individual qualifications and internal parity, which will be objectively assessed during the interview process. 

**BENEFITS:**
Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission. 

_Taking Care of Your Future: _
- Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
- Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
- 401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary

_Setting You Up for Success:_
- Up to $150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs 
- $100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
- Flexible spending account for dependent care
- Professional development opportunities to help you achieve your best self

**ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:**
NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.5 million young voters and educated many millions more.