Black Engagement Manager

About the role

The New York State Democratic Committee seeks a Coordinated Campaign Black Community Engagement Manager to join their team on Long Island, particularly in southern Nassau County. The ideal candidate will work closely with the organizing team to engage, persuade, mobilize, and turn out Black voters.

Responsibilities

• Develop an outreach plan for Black voters in Nassau County informed by demographics, cultural nuances, and organizational partnerships
• Cultivate relationships with small business owners, faith leaders, and other grassroots and grasstops stakeholders
• Attend local meetings with activists and activist groups to work on coordinated constituency events
• Host constituency-specific events including but not limited to: community events and celebrations, relational organizing events, canvasses, phonebanks, and meetings
• Collaborate with the organizing team to recruit and train volunteers and volunteer leaders
• Recruit and manage local voices who can speak to key local issues

Requirements

• Previous political organizing experience preferred, with at least one cycle of experience
• Ability to work within diverse communities and experience organizing Black voters
• Access to a cell phone, vehicle, and ability to relocate if necessary
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively and clearly communicate with other organizers, activists, and local leaders
• Highly organized and independent work style; a strong ability to multitask and communicate

Pay

$6,000/month plus benefits