Communications Associate
The Parent Party�s mission is to organize and advance the national movement empowering parents against union bosses, corrupt school boards and unaccountable bureaucrats. This national movement supports political candidates (at every level, Democrat, Republican or Independent) who believe parents should have the freedom and independence to decide what education their child should receive and opposes those political candidates who impede these fundamental rights of parents.
Position Title: Communications Associate w/Democrat political experience � Full-time position to change the world for the millions of Americans children stuck in an education system that is failing them and their families.
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Chief of Staff of the Parent Party, with wide latitude for independent judgment and decision-making, the Communications Associate will assist with the development and implementation of our national efforts to advance educational freedom and independence for parents to choose the school they think is best for their child with a focus on Democrat candidates we endorse. The work includes our efforts to take on teachers unions, and others, who stand in the way of this critical advocacy for parents and their children. This is a full-time position who will work as part of a team working with Democrat candidates running for political office (from School Board to Senator) who support the Parent Party�s agenda. The successful candidate will understand how to develop a campaign communications plan and experience in implementing it including successful utilization of social media platforms. They will also have a great attention to detail, high degree of accuracy, a sense of urgency and the ability to multi-task. She or he must be able to work both independently and collaboratively, as necessary.
Reports to: Chief of Staff of Parent Party
Location: New York City
Key Relationships: The Communications Associate works closely with the staff, parents, donors, educators, political campaigns, media, and the community at-large.
Responsibilities
� Will provide operational, communications and strategic support across the organization with a focus on our endorsed Democrat candidates running for office;
� Will work with Democrat candidates, parents, guardians, volunteers and other Members of the Parent Party to promote educational freedom and independence for all families;
� Will build relationships with media and other influencers;
� Will set up media appearances for our endorsed Democrat candidates;
� Will assist with organization networking, fundraising, political and media events (virtual and in-person);
� Will assist with writing and editing copy for internal and external communications;
� Will assist with the creation of content that engages audience segments and leads to measurable action. Participate in the decide who, what, where, and when to disseminate.
� Will assist with the creation, development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, and campaign websites.
� Will work with other organizations to promote educational freedom and independence for all families;
� Will collaborate with local, regional, and national partners on policy initiatives, funding, and other efforts within the educational reform community, as needed.
Required Qualifications
� Bachelor�s Degree in marketing, communications or related field.
� Experience in Democrat political campaign activities.
� Excellent communication (verbal, written and telephonic) and interpersonal skills and an ability to listen carefully, attentively and with empathy.
� Efficient marketing research skills.
� Ability to speak to groups, in a professional manner, and either demonstrated skills in webinar presentations.
� Ability to analyze complex problems and develop creative solutions.
� Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe software and social media platforms.
� Ability to work independently with appropriate supervision.
� Demonstrated ability to take a leadership role in project coordination.
� MUST HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR
Salary: $45,000-60,000 per year + benefits
Job Type: Full-time
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants must provide a cover letter (including salary requirements) and a recent CV (resume) and EMAIL TO: PATRICK-at-PABILAW-dot-COM
*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They describe the general nature and level of work being performed and/or represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
The Parent Party�s mission is to organize and advance the national movement empowering parents against union bosses, corrupt school boards and unaccountable bureaucrats. This national movement supports political candidates (at every level, Democrat, Republican or Independent) who believe parents should have the freedom and independence to decide what education their child should receive and opposes those political candidates who impede these fundamental rights of parents.
Position Title: Communications Associate w/Democrat political experience � Full-time position to change the world for the millions of Americans children stuck in an education system that is failing them and their families.
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Chief of Staff of the Parent Party, with wide latitude for independent judgment and decision-making, the Communications Associate will assist with the development and implementation of our national efforts to advance educational freedom and independence for parents to choose the school they think is best for their child with a focus on Democrat candidates we endorse. The work includes our efforts to take on teachers unions, and others, who stand in the way of this critical advocacy for parents and their children. This is a full-time position who will work as part of a team working with Democrat candidates running for political office (from School Board to Senator) who support the Parent Party�s agenda. The successful candidate will understand how to develop a campaign communications plan and experience in implementing it including successful utilization of social media platforms. They will also have a great attention to detail, high degree of accuracy, a sense of urgency and the ability to multi-task. She or he must be able to work both independently and collaboratively, as necessary.
Reports to: Chief of Staff of Parent Party
Location: New York City
Key Relationships: The Communications Associate works closely with the staff, parents, donors, educators, political campaigns, media, and the community at-large.
Responsibilities
� Will provide operational, communications and strategic support across the organization with a focus on our endorsed Democrat candidates running for office;
� Will work with Democrat candidates, parents, guardians, volunteers and other Members of the Parent Party to promote educational freedom and independence for all families;
� Will build relationships with media and other influencers;
� Will set up media appearances for our endorsed Democrat candidates;
� Will assist with organization networking, fundraising, political and media events (virtual and in-person);
� Will assist with writing and editing copy for internal and external communications;
� Will assist with the creation of content that engages audience segments and leads to measurable action. Participate in the decide who, what, where, and when to disseminate.
� Will assist with the creation, development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, and campaign websites.
� Will work with other organizations to promote educational freedom and independence for all families;
� Will collaborate with local, regional, and national partners on policy initiatives, funding, and other efforts within the educational reform community, as needed.
Required Qualifications
� Bachelor�s Degree in marketing, communications or related field.
� Experience in Democrat political campaign activities.
� Excellent communication (verbal, written and telephonic) and interpersonal skills and an ability to listen carefully, attentively and with empathy.
� Efficient marketing research skills.
� Ability to speak to groups, in a professional manner, and either demonstrated skills in webinar presentations.
� Ability to analyze complex problems and develop creative solutions.
� Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe software and social media platforms.
� Ability to work independently with appropriate supervision.
� Demonstrated ability to take a leadership role in project coordination.
� MUST HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR
Salary: $45,000-60,000 per year + benefits
Job Type: Full-time
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants must provide a cover letter (including salary requirements) and a recent CV (resume) and EMAIL TO: PATRICK-at-PABILAW-dot-COM
*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They describe the general nature and level of work being performed and/or represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.