Why Kansas
With the Governor, US Senate, Attorney General, all other statewide offices, all State House seats, and all U.S. House seats on the ballot, the 2025-2026 election cycle in Kansas will be one of the busiest and most important in the country. The Kansas Democratic Party (KDP) is focused on continuing to build sustaining infrastructure that will defend and elect Democrats across the state over the next two years and beyond.
About the Position
The Communications Assistant is responsible for supporting the outward and internal messaging of the KDP. This position reports to the Media and Outreach Director and works with additional KDP members.
This is a full-time position based in Topeka. Starting annual salary is $48,000. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, vacation, and mileage reimbursement.
Primary Responsibilities
Manage variety of KDP social channels and accounts and monitor social media environment
Draft graphics for social media and other KDP needs, as well as for KDP allies
Support additional media outreach and event efforts
Execute research needs
Update KDP website
Staff the KDP Chair
Assist on other communication-related efforts
Other duties as assigned
As we are a small team, all staff members are expected to pitch in on a variety of tasks when needed.
Qualifications and Skills
Committed to details, results, and meeting goals
Knowledge of and proficiency with social media platforms and emerging media platforms
Graphic design skills
Good time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects
Able to take and implement feedback
Good political judgement
Willing to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
High level of personal and professional integrity
Prior political (communication) experience a plus
Valid Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation
Must live in or relocate to Kansas upon hire
Interviews will occur on a rolling basis.
The Kansas Democratic Party is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, marital, veteran or economic status, or any other legally protected basis. The Kansas Democratic Party is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the hiring process and on the job, as required by applicable law. Please contact us for any accommodations needed in the hiring process.