Regional Field Manager

About the role

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is seeking a Regional Field Manager (Grassroots Engagement Director) for our Americans for Prosperity-Kentucky team. This role is based in the Lexington area and will focus on identifying, recruiting, and engaging grassroots leaders in Kentucky to advocate for policy reform.

Responsibilities

• Identify activists in various parts of the state who are currently - or could become - leaders in their local communities as elected officials or citizen organizers and motivate them to advocate for change
• Equip these local leaders to advocate for changes that are consistent with principles AFP believes in
• Connect these local leaders to the training and other resources of AFP
• Organize events where you and other activists can engage the public through phone calls, social media, walking through neighborhoods to talk with people face-to-face
• Create fun or unique ways to reach people to educate them on public policy issues and initiatives
• Ensure that AFP stays in regular contact with our activists to keep them motivated, educated, and active
• Manage part-time canvassing contractors including but not limited to time management, compliance with laws and regulations, and best practices

Requirements

• Passion for people and can build relationships quickly with people from all walks of life and understand how to inspire and motivate them
• Knowledge of state and federal public policy landscapes
• Self-motivation, always looking for the best way to use your time to accomplish objectives
• Organization skills and the ability to keep multiple events and activities on track for yourself and the people you engage to help you
• Works well with a team of people, including AFP staff and activists you engage
• Excitement to canvass neighborhoods and make phone calls for AFP priority initiatives and AFP action endorsed candidates, as well as motivate and coordinate volunteers to do the same
• A valid driver's license to be able to travel as needed to meet with people in your area and across the state, as needed
• Willingness to work a flexible and changing work schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed
• Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect

Qualifications

• Experience in grassroots advocacy, community organizing, and/or political campaigns
• Volunteer or staff supervisory experience

Skills

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in public speaking and event planning

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace. A meaningful career with a passionate community of over 1,400 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges. Commitment to growth in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop, and apply their unique talents. Competitive compensation with base salary ranging from $60,000 to $70,000 per year, with the possibility of additional bonus compensation.

Pay

$60,000 - $70,000 per year

Schedule

Flexible and changing work schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed