ABOUT US
The races that make majorities are won or lost by increasingly small margins, and tech can make the difference. DigiDems provides funding, expertise, and essential tech resources to keep Democrats competitive in the nation’s toughest races.
Since our founding in 2018, DigiDems has recruited, trained, and placed over 200 full-time technologists (Campaign DigiDems) on critical races across the country. Beyond bringing new tech skills into the Democratic ecosystem, the DigiDems program also focuses on diversifying the Democratic labor pool by placing an emphasis on recruiting and developing high-potential talent from marginalized groups.
We are currently seeking to hire our 2024 Campaign DigiDem Cohort to support must-win Congressional and State Party Coordinated campaigns across the country. We’re looking for a talented and passionate group of 51 individuals that are mission-driven, excel at creative problem-solving, and translating information into action. This year's cohort consists of three types of specialty technologists focused on data, digital communications, and digital mobilization on the races that will determine control of the White House, Senate, and House.
For more information on the Digital Mobilization specialty track, please see below (professional campaign experience not required).
Position: Campaign DigiDem - Digital Mobilization Technologist
Program: DigiDems
Reports to: DigiDems Pod Director - Digital Organizing
Location: Various
Status: Full Time, Exempt
Contract Type: Fixed Term, W2
Contract Term: July 29, 2024 - November 15, 2024
Salary: $7,250 Monthly ($87,000 Annual Equivalent)
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, FSA, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs, Life Insurance
Application Deadline: May 17, 2024 at 5:00pm ET
POSITION SUMMARY
Campaign DigiDems - Digital Mobilization are assigned to individual Congressional or State Party Coordinated campaigns for the duration of the 2024 election cycle, where you will serve as a fully embedded and integrated member of their campaign team. You will be prepared to assist in all aspects of the campaign as needed, but your primary focus will be to provide support on tasks related to the management and execution of the campaign’s digital organizing and mobilization program.
As a DigiDem you must be passionate about Democratic politics and willing to roll up your sleeves, embrace adventure, work extended hours, and temporarily relocate to support your campaign or state party. You will learn and contribute to fundamental aspects of the campaign on a daily basis. This is an opportunity to develop career-making skills, gain contacts in politics and technology, and have a positive impact on the world.
Professional campaign experience is not required; we provide on-the-job training on industry-specific tools. What’s most important is you’re committed to the mission, a fast learner, and adept at connecting with people. Our culture celebrates diversity of thought and background. If you’re eager to apply your talents in a high-impact political environment, we encourage you to apply.
In this role, you will work to support your campaign in engaging voters, activating volunteers and building online communities through the campaign’s digital mobilization program. Depending on the individual campaign’s needs, this could include both technical and non-technical tasks like those found in the list of essential responsibilities below.
Administering direct voter contact tools like predictive dialers or peer-to-peer texting platforms, including data coordination, script drafting, QA process, campaign launch, and debrief
Managing cutting edge relational organizing tools used by campaign volunteers to mobilize their own networks of supporters
Providing training and troubleshooting support for campaign staff and volunteers using campaign outreach tools
Using CRMs and online tools like Slack and Zoom to manage and mobilize communities of volunteers to take action for the campaign
Other non-technical duties as assigned; including (but not limited to) door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, and volunteer training.
Interest in Democratic politics and desire to work collaboratively in a team driven environment as part of a targeted campaign in locations across the United States
Comfortable with meeting new people and asking them to take action for a cause or organization
Ability to communicate technical subjects to non-technical audiences
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to rapidly changing priorities
Willing and able to identify knowledge or skill gaps and seek support where necessary
Strong drafting, writing, editing and proofreading skills
Comfortable in a hyper-paced and exciting values-based work environment, with tight deadlines and even higher stakes!
Valid and unrestricted driver's license with access to a vehicle (Note: We comply with the ADA and consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants/employees to perform essential functions.)
Building relationships and rallying people around a shared goal or cause
Managing online communities and facilitating group interactions
Creating compelling content and communications tailored to different audiences, including drafting emails, social posts, flyers, or other outreach materials
Providing excellent customer service and technical support, including supporting people over phone/email to resolve issues
Utilizing technology in creative ways to make an impact
Recruiting, onboarding, and training volunteers
Managing customer/client databases and generating helpful reports
Experience with customer relationship management and database management tools like NGP VAN, SalesForce or HubSpot; email marketing tools like MailChimp or Constant Contact; peer-to-peer or blast texting tools like Spoke, ThruText, or ClickSend; content management systems like WordPress, SquareSpace, or Shopify; and social media management tools like Buffer, HootSuite, or Sprout Social
Fluent in languages besides English
Graphic design or video production skills
Monthly Gross Income: $7,250
Relocation Assistance: $2,000 (one time distribution)
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, FSA, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs, Life Insurance