Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is the premier grassroots organization focused on advocating solutions to the countrys greatest challenges. We recognize that tens of millions of Americans are frustrated with the extreme partisanship in government that keeps commonsense reforms from being passed and instead seek to stand with policy leaders who are committed to finding a better way.
Americans for Prosperity is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.
As a Regional Field Manager (internally referred to as Grassroots Engagement Director) you will identify recruit and engage grassroots leaders in the North Central area of West Virginia mobilize them to take action and drive policy reforms that open opportunities for all.
How You Will Contribute
Identify activists in various parts of the state who are currently or could become leaders in their local communities and motivate them to advocate for change
Equip these local leaders to advocate for changes that are consistent with principles AFP believes in. You will do this in part by connecting them 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 facetoface. Youll also be free to innovate by creating 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 parttime canvassing contractors including but not limited to time management compliance with laws and regulations and best practices
What You Will Bring
Passion for people ability to 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
Selfmotivation 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
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 drivers license to be able to travel 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
Experience in grassroots advocacy community organizing and/or political campaigns
Volunteer or staff supervisory experience
What We Offer
Competitive benefits: Enjoy 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: Join a passionate community of over 1300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges
Commitment to growth: Thrive in a nonhierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover develop and apply their unique talents
Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities allowing you to share in the success you help drive
Our Values:Working at Stand Together is different from many other organizations. Our culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management (PBM) a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress such as dignity openness and bottomup empowerment. PBM empowers our employees to be entrepreneurial to innovate and to continually drive transformation.
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