Temp. Organizing Strategist

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About the Company

For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it’s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people. We know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and know that what we offer is essential not just their work, but to their overall well-being.

About the Job

The National Political Advocacy Department builds power to achieve an accountable, representative democracy. We have ambitious goals across Reproductive Freedom, Democracy and Voting Rights, Systemic Equality, Immigration, Trans Justice, Criminal Justice and other core issues in order to protect and expand civil rights and civil liberties, and advance the freedom, equality, ability to prosper, and humanity of all People.

Our department conducts analysis, develops policy, crafts world class campaigns and situates the ACLU to have impact across legislative, administrative, and electoral levers. We are policy experts, lawyers, community organizers, lobbyists, campaign strategists, electoral specialists, program managers and more. We partner across the ACLU to drive national efforts, and support and amplify the priorities of our affiliates. We work to center principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our approach.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Deputy Director of Organizing the Temporary Organizing Strategist will be responsible for the following:

  • Design and lead complex, multi-tooled organizing strategies in partnership with ACLU affiliates to respond to federal immigration enforcement actions from planning to execution

  • Assist with research, story gathering and analysis to further the organization’s communication, policy and legal goals around immigration enforcement and other organizational priorities

  • Develop organizing goals, plans, strategies, tactics, and budgets to serve the organization’s concrete political/policy outcomes

  • Deploy key organizing tactics in partnership with ACLU affiliates including phone banking, text banking, rallies, marches, story collection, and social media engagement

  • Collaborate with policy counsels and campaign strategists to develop and integrate organizing plans into broader campaign strategies

  • Execute on-the-ground organizing meetings and events in priority jurisdictions in partnership with ACLU affiliates

  • Track program progress to goal and metrics through standardized reporting

  • Produce compelling call and text scripts for priority campaigns

  • Oversee volunteer recruitment, training, retention and mobilization across multiple platforms

  • Develop and implement new volunteer team structures and systems

  • Set and track volunteer team goals and activities

  • Leverage organizing tools effectively for volunteer engagement

  • Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting priorities based on the changing external environment

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in political, advocacy and/or issue campaigns as a campaign manager, political director, field director or equivalent role

• Proven success in grassroots organizing, volunteer recruitment and management, and issue advocacy

• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

• Experience with earned media strategies

• Experience working in and navigating coalition spaces

• Ability to assess needs and recommend resource allocation

• Excellence in analyzing complex concepts and presenting clear recommendations

• Strong independent work ethic and team collaboration skills

• Superior analytical, writing, and organizational abilities

• Access to a major airport and ability to travel substantially

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Executive Director

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About the Company

Founded in 1923 as the first local affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union, ACLU SoCal is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that has been at the forefront of major efforts to protect and promote civil liberties, civil rights, and equal justice in California and nationwide. ACLU SoCal tackles a vast array of issues, including First Amendment rights, criminal justice, voting rights, gender equity, reproductive justice, LGBTQ+ rights, immigrants’ rights, police practices, jail reform, education equity, and economic justice. With more than 120,000 members, a staff of 85, and a total budget of $18 million (as of December 2024), ACLU SoCal is headquartered in Los Angeles and currently has offices in Orange County (Orange), the Inland Empire (Riverside), and Kern County (Bakersfield).

ACLU SoCal consists of two separate, nonprofit corporate entities: the ACLU of Southern California—a nonprofit social welfare organization under section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code—and the ACLU Foundation of Southern California, a section 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity. Both entities are tax-exempt, have the same overall mission, and share office space and employees. Both are governed by boards of directors to whom the executive director reports.

About the Job

The Executive Director provides the leadership, vision, and strategic planning necessary to address civil liberties and civil rights issues in Southern California and to ensure that the affiliate is well positioned to meet the challenges of the future. The Executive Director should possess a proven track record as a leader in diverse nonprofit organizations, including a strong track record in fundraising, management, and external relations

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Vision

  • Lead the organization’s senior leaders and staff to a shared vision of goals and strategies that advance the ACLU’s mission

  • Implement best practices for effective organizational management, including practices that assess the effectiveness of projects undertaken by ACLU SoCal

  • Grow and expand the ACLU’s reputation, developing and maintaining key relationships of influence

  • Ensure strong relationships with the ACLU’s national staff to advance programs, communications, and operational priorities

  • Work collaboratively with the boards of directors in implementing an effective model of strategic governance

  • Guard the organization’s integrity, credibility, and non-partisanship

  • Champion and value equity, diversity, belonging, and inclusion (EDBI) at every level of the organization, assessing the impact of internal policies and practices through a racial equity lens, and striving towards a culture of authentic belonging

  • Motivate and maintain a cohesive staff, ensuring strong internal communication and collaboration. Foster a supportive team-oriented environment where independent and innovative thinking is encouraged and staff act with clarity of mission and purpose

  • Drive a culture of accountability with clear program goals, strategies to accomplish, and regular feedback. Ensure staff have the resources they need to accomplish the work

  • Foster an environment of continuous improvement, learning, and effectiveness

• Fiscal Management and Fundraising

  • Oversee fiscal planning and financial oversight, ensuring use of best practices that meet the highest standards and ensure sustainability

  • Represent the affiliate and ACLU national organization through strategies that advance the ACLU’s robust fundraising program goals and protect ACLU SoCal’s long-term financial stability

  • Steward key donor and foundation relationships and solicit selected major donations and grants

  • Anticipate funding needs and collaborate with the philanthropy team to seek out opportunities to meet those needs

  • Ensure that the governing boards can meet their fiduciary responsibilities by proactively and transparently providing financial reports, conducting regular audits, and engaging the boards in the budgeting process

• Public Representation

  • Represent the affiliate’s priorities on key issues, articulating the organization’s positions and communicating its mission to increase the organization’s visibility and public understanding of the ACLU’s goals and work

  • Serve as the affiliate’s chief ambassador and spokesperson, strategically broadcasting the mission, ambitions, and work of the ACLU; promoting ACLU SoCal and its priorities and activities in both the traditional and new media ecosystems; and in media interviews and in appearances before large audiences

  • Exhibit courage and clarity when addressing highly controversial and complex issues

  • Cultivate and leverage a diverse set of voices to represent the organization’s positions on its work in the press, with the legislature, and with coalition partners

Qualifications

• Profound commitment to advancing social justice and defending and expanding the rights and liberties that define American democracy

• Deep knowledge of civil liberties and civil rights issues and familiarity with the ACLU and the current landscape in the state of California

• Experience working in a social justice or civil rights organization; experience practicing civil rights law and/or organizing for civil liberties and civil rights is strongly preferred

• Clear understanding of and commitment to ACLU SoCal’s integrated advocacy approach and a firm commitment to advancing the ACLU’s core issue areas

• Strong business acumen and ability to manage the financial, budgeting, and administrative operations of a complex nonprofit organization with a hybrid work model

• Track record of successful fundraising—or evidence of the knowledge, personal skills, and talent for fundraising—to cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts, partners, and donors

• Exceptional communication skills, including public speaking and writing, to advocate on behalf of the affiliate and strategically broadcast the mission, ambitions, and work of the ACLU in myriad forums, in media interviews, and in appearances before large audiences;

  • ability to speak Spanish is a plus

• Experience working with diverse audiences, including elected officials, community leaders, people directly impacted by public policy, coalition partners, business and industry leaders, and the media

• Ability to engage with staff in ways that afford them voice and visibility, promote their development and growth, and enhance individual and team performance through effective mentoring, coaching, training, and team building

• Capacity for holding the entire organization accountable for delivering measurable results consistent with achieving the goals in the strategic plan and financial plan

• Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills, including ability to give and receive feedback, build trust in an organization, and motivate staff and board members

• Keen understanding of systemic racism and white supremacy and a track record of actively promoting anti-racism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging

• Experience working with or serving on a volunteer board of directors or a similar governing body

• Engaging, optimistic, and intellectually curious; a great listener with personal warmth and strong resilience in the face of disagreement or criticism

• Creative, results-oriented, self-starting, willing to learn, and able to manage an aggressive schedule, working beyond a standard workday

• At least ten years of relevant professional experience with a track record of increasing leadership responsibility and accomplishment

• Bachelor’s degree; an advanced degree is preferred

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Grants Manager

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About the Company

The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.

We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.

With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.

About the Job

The Grants Manager (GM) is a member of the Grants Management team in the Office of Financial Services at Brookings and reports to the Director of Grants and Contracts. The candidate will be responsible for a broad range of day-to-day and long-term grant management activities across the grant lifecycle for their assigned portfolios. This includes review of proposal budgets for grant proposals; review of new grant and gift agreements; setting up new grant awards and maintaining appropriate documentation; working with stakeholders to ensure grant policy compliance; tracking grant deliverables and milestones; preparing and reviewing donor financial reports.

He/She will be responsible for the maintenance of financial records related to grant awards, including data entry and integrity of award data in the financial system. S/he will draft donor financial reports in a prompt and accurate manner. The candidate will work closely with finance and development staff across the institution to ensure that grants and contracts are in compliance with regulatory, funding agency, and policy requirements by ensuring that proper documentation is provided in award documents for accurate project set-up. This candidate will be able to leverage professional experience to provide valuable insights and influence team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Post-Award Administration (80%)

  • Independently review grant agreement terms and conditions and record key details for award compliance

  • Work with the Director of Grants and Contracts during award negotiation to ensure that the most accurate and up to date award documents are being reviewed prior to Institutional acceptance

  • Manage requests for post-award amendments, budget re-allocations, no-cost extensions and advance award setups

  • Maintains Workday grant records and responsible for new award data entry including setting up new projects and activities as assigned

  • Maintains award documentation (electronically) in an accurate, efficient and consistent manner

  • Maintains accurate internal tracking logs with new award and donor specific information

  • Utilizes Workday reporting tools to identify and extract key performance indicators

  • Creates ad-hoc Workday invoicing as needed

  • Record, monitor and tracks milestone deliverables and deadlines to completion

  • Works collaboratively with Accounting staff and Program Finance staff answering questions and providing basic support of managing active awards within full compliance of the Institution’s donor guidelines and internal policies and procedures

  • Coordinate with research program finance teams to monitor spending on grant awards

• Proposal Administration (10%)

  • Supports the Director of Grants and Contracts during proposal routing and review process by ensuring that complete proposal packages are ready for review, communicating with Program Finance staff on any follow up materials needed and on the status of proposal packages

  • Prepares standard forms required by Donors for proposal submission including standard Federal forms

  • Works independently with the program staff during proposal stage to ensure that the most accurate and up to date proposal documents are being reviewed prior to Institutional acceptance

• General Administration (10%)

  • Troubleshoots Workday issues related to Award Set Up and Grants-related reporting and formulates solutions

  • Provides support during grant and year-end audits by gathering award files and documentation as requested

  • Serve as admin support to Director of Grants for Workday Learning modules and compliance trainings; works to formulate and lead trainings and guidance for staff related to grants management

  • Support Other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience required, degree in accounting or related business degree preferred

  • Minimum four years of relevant work experience required

    • Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Grants Management Specialist (CGMS) or Certificate in Research Administration (CRA) preferred

  • Experience in Workday ERP systems highly desired

  • Federal grants experience a plus

  • Experience at a non-profit organization desired

  • Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

• Knowledge & Skills

  • Must possess expertise in interpreting and applying donor rules and regulations, including Uniform Guidance of U.S. Government (USG) agencies and non-USG funders, to ensure compliance across all grant-funded activities

  • The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, and Powerpoint is essential

  • The candidate must be able to perform effectively, efficiently, delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines while managing multiple priorities

  • Excellent data visualization skills, along with strong communication, interpersonal and customer service abilities are required

  • The candidate should also have demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities, flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities, and high degree of professionalism, including maintaining strict confidentiality

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Events Manager

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About the Company

The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.

We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.

With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.

About the Job

The Events Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of all public and private events for the Governance Studies (GS) program at Brookings, both in-person and virtual, ranging from 10 to over 300 attendees. This includes speaker preparation, event advertisement, and managing all space and audio-visual logistics, vendors, budgets, participant travel, and post-event reporting and outreach. The Events Manager collaborates with GS scholars and other staff to understand the audience and develop a strategy for each event. They contribute to impact by maintaining high brand standards, managing important internal and external relationships, and collaborating effectively with colleagues across Brookings. The Events Manager reports to the GS Director of Communications.

Responsibilities

• Event Planning and Execution (60%)

  • Organize and oversee all aspects of event planning and execution for all public and private GS events, including space reservations, facilities needs, catering, AV, and other logistics, anticipating and addressing any problems, logistical and otherwise, that arise

  • Prepares for and organizes live webinar events and meetings, including prepping speakers, setting up Zoom/Teams, and managing the live webinar through to Q&A; works with program and central communications to live stream or swiftly post the event recording to the website

  • Represent Brookings at all GS events, interacting professionally with participants, attendees, and other stakeholders, including high-level officials and other VIPs

  • Develop and manage timelines to ensure all milestones and outcomes are realized for successful events

  • Prepare and maintain a comprehensive calendar of events

  • Coordinate with GS and Central Communications staff to draft and finalize event language and prepare invitations, meeting confirmation forms, agendas, and other necessary meeting materials

  • Prepare and organize materials to prepare principals and panelists for events; Create and distribute staffing plans and run of shows for each event

  • Coordinate all photographer requests with Central Communications

  • Serve as internal Brookings liaison with internal conference, AV, and catering staff

  • Evaluate and secure meeting venues, and plan site visits for external events; Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with external vendors to ensure quality of service, suggest and adopt best practices

  • Responsible for adhering to and enforcing Brookings policies and pertinent government ethics rules

• Event Strategy and Communications (20%)

  • In collaboration with GS Communications Director, GS scholars, and Central Communications, develop a communication strategy for events to ensure all milestones and outcomes are set and met for a successful event. Advises staff on the development and execution of events

  • Develop promotional plan in collaboration with GS and central communications staff

  • Coordinate with GS and Central Communications staff to identify what type of event will best meet audience, message, and project goals

  • Coordinate with GS and Central Communications staff to draft and finalize event language adhering to AP style and Brookings Custom Stylebook

  • Serve as the GS liaison to Brookings’ central events team by attending regular meetings; keep GS staff up to date on new policies or best practices

  • Collaborate with the GS Communications Director and other GS communications staff to conduct outreach and dissemination of post-event information to selective and targeted audiences

  • Lead the evaluation of events and develop recommendations to improve future events

• Event Administration (20%)

  • In collaboration with GS finance staff, budget for and manage expenses for events. Ensure financial obligations are in compliance with approved budgets

  • In collaboration with GS finance staff, craft, negotiate, and facilitate contracts with offsite event venues, hotels, caterers/restaurants, transportation companies, audio visual vendors, speakers, and all other vendors

  • Manage post-event responsibilities, including tracking and payment of expenses, travel reimbursements, and thank you notes

  • Compile and manage production of necessary conference materials

  • Respond to and manage all correspondence for conferences and events

  • Handle other preparatory event tasks as they arise, such as ordering and compiling educational materials, nametags, table name tents, premiums, etc.

  • Manage all travel and logistical arrangements for potential speakers, including transportation, accommodations and per diem

Qualifications

• Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree required, minimum three years of professional work experience in conference and event planning, including both in-person and virtual

    • Specialized training in business management, organizational management and project management preferred

  • Work in a research, public policy, or public advocacy organization, as well as experience interacting with VIP's is a plus

  • Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

• Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Strong organizational skills and strong detail orientation required

  • Must be flexible, able to multitask, and proactively problem solve and think of creative solutions to problems or potential problems in real time

  • Exceptional ability to synthesize information and write clearly and precisely without supervision required

  • Must be able to coordinate a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently follow up on details

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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Gov. Affairs Manager

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About the Company

The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.

We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.

With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.

About the Job

The Government Affairs Manager (Manager), plays a pivotal role in facilitating the institution's engagement with government bodies (including departments and agencies) and policymakers at all levels. Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications and Public Affairs, the Manager’s responsibilities include coordinating and executing comprehensive strategies to foster productive relationships by scholars with government bodies and stakeholders, and monitoring legislative and regulatory developments relevant to Brookings' mission and research areas.

Responsibilities

• Communications/Congressional Outreach Strategies for Brookings Community (50%)

  • Develop and implement short- and long- terms plans to track and effectively promote our scholars’ work to policymakers, government agencies, and their staffs, employing various channels such as written materials, briefings, presentations, and public speaking engagements

  • Utilize professional knowledge of the public policy process and established contacts to analyze potential opportunities and intersections of proposed legislative and regulatory activity with the work of the Brookings scholars

  • Identify and develop relationships with points of contact in the Washington D.C. public policy community, including the White House, U.S. Congress, Executive Branch Agencies, think tanks, trade associations, and relevant stakeholders on matters affecting the institution’s mission

  • Monitor, track, and promote the scheduling of testimony of Brookings scholars in Congress and in front of federal agencies, as well as in foreign, state, and local government entities

  • Collaborate with internal, cross-functional teams to conduct the work listed above

• Communications/Internal Support Strategies (50%)

  • Pursue opportunities for Brookings scholars to provide thought leadership on relevant issues, in Economics, Foreign Policy, Governance, Global Development, and Metropolitan policy

  • Support and advise scholars, staff, and leadership in their engagements with public officials

  • Help prepare subject matter experts to brief members of Congress, deliver testimony to government committees and commissions, and to provide educational briefings to congressional staffers

  • Create and establish a list of contacts for policymakers and government staffers for internal use

  • Manage invitation coordination for speakers of high importance at Brookings events

Qualifications

• Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in political science, international affairs, public policy, law or related fields

  • A minimum of five years of related work experience in government affairs, public policy, or related fields, preferably with a focus on engaging with government bodies and officials

    • Strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes at the federal level; local, state and/or international experience a plus

  • Proven track record in developing and executing strategic plans to engage with policy makers

  • Experience in providing guidance and support to scholars, staff, and leadership in their interactions with public officials

  • Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

  • Brookings policy prohibits lobbying in the course of Brookings activities and this position will not be expected or permitted to engage in lobbying activities

• Knowledge & Skills

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to distill complex policy issues into clear and compelling messages

  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the government and policy community

  • Analytical skills to assess the potential impact of legislative and regulatory developments on the institution's mission and research areas

  • Collaborative mindset with experience working across teams to achieve common objectives

  • Familiarity with diverse policy areas, such as economics, foreign policy, governance, global development, and metropolitan policy

  • Strong commitment to the values of nonpartisanship, scholar independence, civil debate, and inclusive policymaking

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Director of Communications

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About the Company

The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.

We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.

With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.

About the Job

The Director of Communications, GS, (“Director”) manages the strategic communications efforts for Governance Studies (GS), one of Brookings’ five research programs that is dedicated to analyzing domestic policy issues, the conditions for upholding a successful democracy, American political institutions and processes, and contemporary governance challenges. In addition to playing a leadership role in the program, the Director supports the development and promotion of new research by more than 60 scholar-experts with diverse backgrounds, research interests, and areas of expertise. Our scholarship spans a wide range of topics, including technology and AI, education, racial equity and inclusion, campaigns and elections, effective governance, strengthening democracy, and more.

The Director is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy for GS, its researchers, and its research centers and projects. This includes publication production and quality control, media relations, website administration, digital marketing, stakeholder outreach, event planning, and impact tracking and reporting. The Director manages a team of four communications professionals and coordinates communications efforts with other GS staff and contractors involved in communications activities. The position also works closely with Brookings’s Central Office of Communications (COMM) to ensure brand consistency, reputation management, and effective communication strategies across the Institution. The Director is an integral part of the GS Senior Management Team, assisting and advising the program Vice President on management issues and strategic planning for the program.

Responsibilities

• Program Management (30%)

  • Advise the VP on communications-related issues, including crisis communications and positioning of the program’s work externally

  • Review research project proposals and advise on required communications resources, timelines, overall communications goals for new projects, and the strategy to achieve them

  • Supervise, mentor, and develop GS communications staff; Identify opportunities for staff to increase their levels of responsibility; Ensure that staff is exceptionally well-coordinated

  • Establish procedures to streamline workflows and continually improve communications deliverables and processes

  • Interact with the Brookings General Counsel on institution-wide policy setting; enforce conflict of interest policies and conduct ongoing reviews of Brookings policies to uphold Brookings’ standards of independence

  • Participate in regular meetings with COMM to align strategies across the Institution and collaborate on cohesive messaging, outreach, branding, and other communications initiatives

  • Oversee the production and distribution of internal communications related to the impact of the program, including updates on new research, external activities, media mentions, etc.

• Website and Digital Strategy (25%)

  • Develop and supervise the execution of a digital communications strategy that ensures that GS content is the primary destination for policy decisionmakers; contribute to COMM’s digital communications strategy

  • Supervise and support the GS Website and Visual Design Manager to ensure GS reports, blogs, testimony, op-eds, and other products are posted to the website efficiently and in line with Brookings quality standards

  • Work with COMM and GS communications staff to evaluate how external audiences interact with the Brookings website, and adjust web pages and content to improve user experience

  • Oversee strategic development of digital enhancements for Governance Studies research; work with COMM and GS Communications to ensure timely production of high-quality video, audio, interactive, and multimedia content

  • Develop digital outreach strategies to maximize impact of GS research, events, and projects

  • Direct GS social media strategy and grow engagement on digital outreach channels; work with COMM to continually evaluate and improve digital marketing strategies and identify opportunities to leverage Brookings’ Institution-wide outreach channels

  • Manage development of GS digital content, including text and creative for web, email, and social media. Continually review and update production procedures to meet evolving best practices and ensure materials are of the highest quality

• Communications Strategy (15%)

  • Plan, socialize, and implement overall strategic communications plan for Governance Studies, coordinating with the Brookings’s Central Office of Communications as needed

  • Assist VP with long-term strategic communications efforts to ensure the program and its scholars maintain and enhance the high impact of the work of GS. Oversee efforts to achieve recognition of the program’s impact throughout the policy community (including the community of Brookings staff and supporters)

  • Identify target audiences—including key stakeholders in the media, government, academia, and the private sector—for GS projects, events, and publications

  • Lead in developing and executing on plans that enhance GS brand positioning, working in close coordination with COMM to ensure GS’s efforts are consistent with and contribute to Brookings overall brand standards and positioning

  • Work with GS scholars and COMM to develop and approve partnerships with external organizations

  • Position communication strategies to support fundraising and other development efforts

  • Work with senior staff to promote consistent messaging of Institutional priorities

• Content Production (15%)

  • Supervise and support the GS Communications Manager to maintain the department’s editorial calendar and manage production of all digital and print content, including, on average, 40 new research papers and over 500 accompanying blog posts, podcasts, testimony, and newsletters every year

  • Supervise and support the GS Communications Manager and blog editors to ensure GS research products are developed and produced in line with Brookings standards for quality and independence, including overseeing and enforcing Brookings quality review guidelines for all GS publications

  • Oversee the work of the GS Communications Manager to prepare digital publications for production (perform or approve copyedits, ensure necessary approvals, and arrange for formatting and publication)

  • Work with research staff to create blog posts and other commentary to maximize the impact and reach of their research with multiple audiences

  • Direct the production of digital marketing assets for email, social media, and the website

  • Collaborate with COMM and other GS and Brookings staff to create cross-organizational publications, such as the Brookings Annual Report

• Events, Congressional Outreach, and Media Relations (15%)

  • Oversee the strategy, development, and execution of, on average, 50 public events and forums every year; Work with GS Events Manager to maintain GS’ events calendar

  • Supervise and support the GS’ Media Relations Manager and Events Manager to ensure events are organized and promoted effectively and in line with Brookings quality standards

  • Identify opportunities to keep policy agenda priorities in the news, on Capitol Hill, and in the executive branch, and working with COMM’s External Relations team, establish GS scholars as key resources for reporters, policymakers, and thought leaders

  • Conduct regular assessments of ongoing work in GS centers and projects to identify event and media opportunities. Monitor breaking news and position scholars to comment

  • Work one-on-one with GS researchers to develop, reach, and monitor their media goals; Oversee the tracking and analysis of media mentions and monitor growth over time

  • Advise GS researchers and staff on media relations interviews, including interview prep and helping to grow relationships between reporters and researchers

  • Supervise and support the GS Events Manager to organize major public events, including identifying speakers and topics; coordinating panels and participants; drafting correspondence and event announcements; Work with COMM to identify and engage media interest

  • Develop and work with the GS Media Relations Manager to implement robust media strategies for high profile events and research publications

  • Work with GS communications team to oversee drafts and edits of event announcements, media memos, pitch letters, fact sheets and other press materials to ensure quality and policy impact; reach out proactively to target media

  • Work with GS Scholars and Media Relations Manager to identify, draft, edit, and place op-eds

Qualifications

• Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree required

  • Minimum eight years of professional experience in communications and/or media relations required, with at least two years of supervisory experience

    • Non-profit, government, and/or policy experience preferable

  • A background in communications strategy and agenda-setting as well as writing and editorial experience, including familiarity with various modes of content management and publication production (print/HTML), is required

  • Experience leading strategy and execution of events required

  • Ability to speak knowledgeably and comfortably about public policy research and research findings to news media, key and high-level partners including US state, local and federal policy makers, international stakeholders and news media, and broad general audiences in the US and abroad

  • Experience with digital marketing preferred, including content development, email, and social media

  • Strong interest and background in political science, domestic policy, American political institutions and processes, and good governance issues preferred and highly desired

  • Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

• Knowledge & Skills

  • Entrepreneurial and collaborative attitude required

  • Exemplary organizational ability, with robust initiative and strong interpersonal and networking skills, discretion, and mature judgment

  • The ability to work independently and lead a small, dynamic team in a fast-paced environment is essential

  • Must be able to work within context of larger institution, coordinating communications efforts

  • Strong multi-tasking skills and ability to meet tight deadlines

  • Strong writing and editing skills;

    • Must be able to simplify and synthesize complex issues and text and provide guidance to others

  • Understanding and accurately summarizing public policy research, determining newsworthiness of key research; tracking and responding to broad trends in media coverage is necessary

  • Must have strong familiarity with media outlets and strategies;

    • Excellent news judgment and experience proactively pitching timely stories and op-eds

  • Must have a high degree of familiarity with the latest digital communications technology and effective digital communications strategies

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Director of Gov. & PA

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About the Company

The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to conduct in-depth research that leads to new ideas for solving problems facing society at the local, national and global level.

We bring together leading experts in government and academia from all over the world, rooted in open-minded inquiry and representing diverse points of view, who provide the highest quality research, policy recommendations, and analysis. Research topics cover a full range of public policy issues in economics, foreign policy, development, governance and metropolitan policy.

With fair and transparent business practices, clear communication, mutual respect, and a collaborative atmosphere that offers both professional and personal development opportunities, Brookings offers an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the efforts of all contributors.

About the Job

The Director of Government and Public Affairs plays a pivotal role in facilitating the Institution's engagement with policymakers and decisionmakers in the public, private, and civic sectors through data-informed decision making and strategic leadership. Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications and Public Affairs, the Director will foster productive relationships between Brookings and government bodies and stakeholders in all sectors. Additionally, the Director will develop strategies for measuring and tracking impact.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Development and Execution (65%)

  • Collaborate with Central Communications and Program Communications team members to develop strategies to reach key stakeholders with Brookings broadly disseminated work, including policymakers, industry leaders, and decisionmakers, including events, briefings, testimony, interviews, digital communications, collateral, etc.

  • Serve as a trusted liaison between Brookings and government stakeholders at all levels, broadly disseminating Brookings’ evidence-based work to inform solutions to pressing policy challenges

  • Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on engagement opportunities and brand management within governmental and other external spheres

  • Identify and develop relationships with points of contact in the Washington D.C. public policy community, including the White House, U.S. Congress, Executive Branch Agencies, state and local associations, think tanks, trade associations, NGOs, and relevant stakeholders

  • Work with internal, cross-functional teams to integrate public affairs priorities and audience insights into overall organizational objectives

  • Collaborate with Brookings scholars and research programs communications staff to support the broad dissemination of their research and recommendations effectively contributing to public discourse

  • Guide optimization of audience outreach strategies across all channels, including digital and multimedia

• Research & Analytics Leadership (20%)

  • Develop frameworks measuring impact of public affairs work

  • Collaborate with various teams to help them understand and identify their target audiences and the most effective ways to connect with them

  • Oversee the coordination and tracking of official testimony

  • Integrate insights gained from monitoring policy developments at global, national, and subnational levels into strategy

  • Identify emerging opportunities and platforms for engagement with key audiences, particularly decisionmakers

• Team Management & Internal Support Strategies (15%)

  • Collaborate with peer directors across Communications and Public Affairs to ensure cohesive strategy implementation to ensure communications work is high-impact internally and externally

  • Collaborate with internal teams to identify opportunities to promote and broadly disseminate Brookings work to stakeholders via various channels such as written materials, print collateral, presentations, partnerships, digital and multimedia media, etc.

  • Serve as an internal consultant to subject matter experts on public affairs and audience engagement strategies

  • Establish team processes and workflows

  • Mentor a cross-functional team

  • Actively contribute to internal team and/or organizational work that shapes our systems and our culture

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Political Science, International Affairs, Public Policy, Law, Communications, Marketing, or a related field

  • Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive work experience in government affairs, public policy, audience strategy, communications, or public affairs

  • Proven experience in engaging with government bodies and officials, with a strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes at the federal level;

    • additional experience at the local, state, and/or international levels is strongly preferred

  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans to engage with policymakers and other key stakeholders

  • Experience providing guidance and support to scholars, nonprofit staff, and/or leadership in their interactions with public officials

  • Strong track record of using data and research to drive strategic decisions and measure impact, including in policy or advocacy environments

  • Substantial experience in developing and executing multi-channel engagement strategies

  • Proven ability to translate complex research into actionable insights and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders

  • Background in digital strategy and familiarity with contemporary marketing and analytics tools is a plus

  • Minimum of 3 years of management experience leading cross-functional teams

  • Brookings policy prohibits lobbying in the course of Brookings activities and this position will not be expected or permitted to engage in lobbying activities

  • Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

• Knowledge & Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to tailor messages to a diverse audience and translate complex data and research into compelling insights

  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships across policy, government, and research communities

  • Strategic mindset with track record of developing engagement strategies that drive measurable results

  • Experience working in policy or advocacy environments with understanding of legislative and regulatory processes

  • Analytical skills to assess the potential impact of legislative and regulatory developments on the institution's mission and research areas

  • Proficient in analytics platforms, CRM systems, and audience research tools

  • Detail-oriented project manager capable of leading multiple complex initiatives simultaneously

  • Collaborative leader with proven ability to work across teams and guide cross-functional projects

  • Strong understanding of policy landscape and stakeholder ecosystem

  • Commitment to nonpartisanship, scholar independence, civil debate, and inclusive policymaking

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Events Analyst

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About the Company

Endeavor is the world’s foremost community of high-growth entrepreneurs. With offices in 30+ countries around the world, our 1,500+ entrepreneurs include over 50 unicorns that rely on Endeavor’s unparalleled network of peers and mentors to solve their toughest challenges. Portfolio companies include Checkout.com (UAE), Carsome (Malaysia), and Rappi (Colombia).

About the Job

Endeavor is seeking a diligent and organized Events Analyst to support the planning, coordination, and execution of our events including the Endeavor Gala. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage multiple tasks, communicate effectively, and provide excellent support to ensure the success of our events.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of Endeavor Global events including the Gala, International Selection Panels, internal and external retreats

• Coordinate with the Event Owner to deliver the creative vision and guest experience for all events, while coordinating relationships with internal marketing and communication teams and external partners

• Coordinate the event registration process and maintain accurate attendee lists using our event ticketing platform, WordPress, Google Sheets and Zapier integrations

• Provide administrative support to the events team, including data entry, updating new information, research, and project management in Notion

• Support event prep by ensuring all event-related materials are produced and available on time and resolving any last-minute challenges

• Assist in executing events held at our New York Headquarters

• Utilize Salesforce to track and maintain accurate records of event attendees, gala donors and donations

• Conduct donor research and support outreach efforts, including list management, mail merge, and deployment

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in events management, hospitality and delivering successful customer experiences

• Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Hospitality, or similar field with strong ability to work with global and remote teams

• Well-versed in project management with excellent organizational and time management abilities

• Strong communication, writing, and editing skills with a customer service-oriented mindset

• Resourcefulness, adaptability, flexibility, and ability to work calmly under pressure

• Independent and self-motivated but also a team player with a knack for problem-solving

• Ability to establish priorities, balance the demands of multiple projects, and meet deadlines

• In addition, the candidate must be;

  • Based in the New York area and able to work from the New York City office at least three days per week

  • Eligible to live and work in the United States

  • Willing and able to travel internationally to support events abroad

  • Willing and able to work longer hours in the days leading up to and during events, including on nights, weekends, and occasionally holidays

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Events Manager

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About the Company

Endeavor is the world’s foremost community of high-growth entrepreneurs. With offices in 30+ countries around the world, our 1,500+ entrepreneurs include over 50 unicorns that rely on Endeavor’s unparalleled network of peers and mentors to solve their toughest challenges. Portfolio companies include Checkout.com (UAE), Carsome (Malaysia), and Rappi (Colombia).

About the Job

Endeavor is seeking a highly-motivated and proactive Events Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of Endeavor’s global events, ensuring each event is innovative, cost-effective, and reflective of Endeavor’s mission and values. This role will strengthen Endeavor's value proposition to stakeholders by designing and delivering exceptional "Endeavor Experiences" that shape the organization’s brand identity and foster cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of 5–6 international events annually including International Selection Panels, internal and external retreats

• Manage all stages of event management, including but not limited to budgeting, vendor relations, collateral development, registration, staffing, and communications

• Provide logistical and strategic support for additional Endeavor Global events to ensure they are innovative, cost-effective, and reflect Endeavor’s mission and values

• Collaborate with the Event Owner to deliver the creative vision and guest experience for all events, while coordinating relationships with internal marketing and communication teams and external partners

• Build and maintain strong project management tools to adhere to event production and fundraising timelines

• Lead guest management, revenue tracking, and analysis reporting

• Manage gala solicitation process including list management, mail merge, and deployment

• Lead communications and coordinate learning sessions for worldwide offices to ensure consistent event processes and best practices

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in events management and delivering successful customer event experiences

• Degree in Event Management, Hospitality, or similar field with strong ability to work with global and remote teams

• Previous experience with brand activations and experiential marketing is a plus

• Experience managing multiple vendors, negotiating contracts, and coordinating internal staff

• Well-versed in project management with excellent organizational and time management abilities

• Strong communication, writing, and editing skills with a customer service-oriented mindset

• Resourcefulness, adaptability, flexibility, and ability to work calmly under pressure

• Independent and self-motivated but also a team player with a knack for problem-solving

• Ability to establish priorities, balance the demands of multiple projects, and meet deadlines

• In addition, the candidate must be;

  • Based in the New York area and able to work from the New York City office at least three days per week

  • Eligible to live and work in the United States

  • Willing and able to travel internationally to support events abroad

  • Willing and able to work longer hours in the days leading up to and during events, including on nights, weekends, and occasionally holidays

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EA to CEO

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About the Company

Bloomfield & Company is one of Washington's premiere personnel consulting firms. They specialize in recruiting and staffing in the Greater Washington area and around the United States. Bloomfield & Company brings together the talent, experience and resources to provide superior service tailored to each client's need.

They’re partnering with a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing a specialized industry by providing advocacy, resources, and professional development opportunities. The organization focuses on promoting innovation, addressing industry challenges, and supporting its members through a variety of programs and initiatives. This client is seeking a skilled Executive Assistant to the CEO.

About the Job

The Executive Assistant to the CEO will provide high-level administrative support to ensure the CEO’s professional responsibilities are seamlessly managed. This role includes overseeing schedules, coordinating meetings, and contributing to organizational initiatives. Collaboration with stakeholders, departments, and subsidiaries is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, correspondence, travel arrangements, and confidential information

• Coordinate board meetings, including preparing materials, managing logistics, and supporting stakeholders with polished customer service

• Provide administrative support, collaborate on organizational initiatives, and maintain the CEO’s contact database for relationship management

Qualifications

• At least 5-8 years of executive administrative experience with strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, travel/expense platforms, and conferencing tools like Zoom or Teams;

  • ability to provide basic IT support

• Detail-oriented, resourceful, and flexible, with the ability to travel and work occasional non-standard hours as required

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Digital Media Advisor, Comms.

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About the Company

Third Way is a national think tank that champions modern center-left ideas. Their work is grounded in the mainstream American values of opportunity, freedom, and security. But they identify as center-left, because they see that space in U.S. politics as offering the only real path for advancing those ideals in the century ahead.

Their agenda is ambitious, aspirational, and actionable. It’s built on the bedrock belief that for political movements to succeed in our political system, they must relentlessly re-imagine their policies, strategies, and coalitions. They are fighting for opportunity, so everyone has the chance to earn a good life; progress on social issues, so all have the freedom to live the lives they choose; and security, so we are protected from 21st century global threats.

Their competitive advantage lies in high-impact advocacy campaigns that combine rigorous policy research with a unique and incisive understanding of the vast American middle—the people who ultimately decide majorities and provide mandates for change. They design their work to persuade elected officials, intellectuals, advocates, the media, and others with political influence.

About the Job

As part of Third Way’s Communications Team, the Digital Media Advisor will work closely with their policy advisors, press team, and leadership to manage the organization’s social media presence and support the major initiatives of their four policy programs. They aim to expand Third Way’s reach online and build connections with leaders in key policy communities to impact political conversations and advance their policy ideas.

This dynamic team is nimble and creative. You will be encouraged to bring your passions and energy to developing interesting, persuasive, and timely digital content in a highly-collaborative setting.

Responsibilities

• Managing Third Way’s day-to-day digital media presence by engaging with timely and topical conversations online

• Identifying and drafting salient data points, analyses, and other pieces of evidence for an upcoming report that would interest their audience on social media

• Drafting content to share insights from a new op-ed on their social media channels

• Creating and managing a comprehensive social media content calendar

• Brainstorming new and creative ways Third Way can convey its message and key expertise on social media

• Storyboarding and preparing a video explainer with a Senior Policy Advisor highlighting an important policy insight about upcoming legislation

• Monitoring important digital conversations related to their policy campaigns and flagging important interactions for their team

• Preparing a report on the social media analytics surrounding a recent event to share with their policy team to measure the impact on the policy conversation

• Providing insights and analytics to help inform and influence Third Way’s digital strategy

Qualifications

• Have a degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field or highly relevant professional experience

• Have 1-3 years of experience in digital communications engaging with policymakers and influential political thought leaders

• Want to contribute towards Third Way’s mission to build moderate power

• Have a solid understanding of the political digital landscape

• Are current on best practices in digital engagement and have a sharp eye for opportunities to impact conversations and leverage important moments

• Have basic graphic design skills and experience with short form video creation

• Are curious and eager for professional development

• Think on your feet and able communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally

• Are motivated and driven by your passion to opportunity, freedom, and security

• Have excellent judgment and a knowledge of the Democratic political environment

• Want to make a difference as Third Way’s newest Digital Media Advisor

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Press Advisor

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About the Company

Third Way is a national think tank that champions modern center-left ideas. Their work is grounded in the mainstream American values of opportunity, freedom, and security. But they identify as center-left, because they see that space in U.S. politics as offering the only real path for advancing those ideals in the century ahead.

Their agenda is ambitious, aspirational, and actionable. It’s built on the bedrock belief that for political movements to succeed in our political system, they must relentlessly re-imagine their policies, strategies, and coalitions. They are fighting for opportunity, so everyone has the chance to earn a good life; progress on social issues, so all have the freedom to live the lives they choose; and security, so we are protected from 21st century global threats.

Their competitive advantage lies in high-impact advocacy campaigns that combine rigorous policy research with a unique and incisive understanding of the vast American middle—the people who ultimately decide majorities and provide mandates for change. They design their work to persuade elected officials, intellectuals, advocates, the media, and others with political influence.

About the Job

Third Way is seeking a Press Advisor to elevate and expand the reach of Third Way’s research, products, experts, and voice in national and key state outlets. This person will conduct initial outreach to—and maintain Third Way relationships with—reporters, columnists, and editorial boards at leading publications. Their aim is to maximize the impact of Third Way’s products, insights, and experts in the media.

Responsibilities

• Crafting and implementing a rollout strategy to market new polling data to the press and influencers to expand the reach of Third Way’s ideas

• Identifying an opportunity to shape media conversations around the path forward for Democrats to retake power and drafting a note to send to reporters

• Maintaining and building Third Way’s press relationships, tracking the Senior Director of Communications’ and Executive Vice President for Public Affairs’ press relationships;

  • and identifying opportunities to expand our outreach

• Cultivating new relationships with relevant reporters, columnists, radio shows, podcasts, etc.

• Maintaining comprehensive press lists, responding to media inquiries, and tracking coverage of Third Way’s mentions in the news

• Working with other members of Third Way’s communications teams and policy staff to develop creative and sticky pitches and campaigns that are relevant and timely

• Working with a TV booker and consultants on pitches and talking points on news of the day

• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Have an interest in communications work and a passion for working in national politics

• Are passionate about a robust center-left and want to contribute to Third Way’s mission to build moderate power

• Can spot opportunities to shape the media conversation and develop smart pitches and press materials

• Communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally

• Have a capacity for relationship building and exercising diplomacy and professionalism when communicating with press, external stakeholders, and staff

• Are curious and eager for professional development

• Think on your feet and adapt to changes effortlessly

• Have and undergraduate degree in a related field or relevant work experience;

  • and want to make a difference and an imprint as Third Way’s newest Press Advisor

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Human Resources Generalist

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About the Company

Third Way is a national think tank that champions modern center-left ideas. Their work is grounded in the mainstream American values of opportunity, freedom, and security. But they identify as center-left, because they see that space in U.S. politics as offering the only real path for advancing those ideals in the century ahead.

Their agenda is ambitious, aspirational, and actionable. It’s built on the bedrock belief that for political movements to succeed in our political system, they must relentlessly re-imagine their policies, strategies, and coalitions. They are fighting for opportunity, so everyone has the chance to earn a good life; progress on social issues, so all have the freedom to live the lives they choose; and security, so we are protected from 21st century global threats.

Their competitive advantage lies in high-impact advocacy campaigns that combine rigorous policy research with a unique and incisive understanding of the vast American middle—the people who ultimately decide majorities and provide mandates for change. They design their work to persuade elected officials, intellectuals, advocates, the media, and others with political influence.

About the Job

Third Way’s Human Resources Department is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join the team. This team member will support a wide range of HR tasks with the goal of ensuring that the HR department’s operations run smoothly and effectively to deliver maximum value to the organization and staff as a whole. This role will function in a variety of capacities throughout the human resources department including the opportunity to participate in recruiting, performing tasks with a focus on growing the Org’s talent pipeline, improve its sourcing tactics, coordinating onboarding initiatives, open enrollment, and supporting with all Human Resources inquiries and general tasks. You will have the opportunity to increase your knowledge in all things Human Resources, strengthen valuable skills like communication, public speaking and decision-making, and strategic thinking. This position will report to the Director of Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment by assisting supervisors with managing job postings, identifying candidates, coordinating interviews, conducting reference checks, and creating employment contracts

• Perform orientations, onboarding of all new employees and interns, ensuring staff experience a positive welcome and strong support

• Assist with all internal and external HR related inquiries or requests

• Maintain records of personnel-related data (payroll, personal information, leaves, turnover rates, etc.) and ensure all employment requirements are met

• Prepare and produce reports on general HR activity and relevant metrics

• Suggest ideas to motivate employees with wellness events and programs

• Manage the HR calendar by scheduling meetings, HR events, etc. and maintain the team’s agenda

• Assist in implementation, collection, and organization of employee feedback from surveys

• Participate and support in developing organizational guidelines and procedures

• Keep up to date with the latest HR trends and best practices

• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related degree

• 2-3 years’ experience in Human Resources coordination, administration or relevant field

• Good judgment and demonstrated ability to engage with a wide variety of stakeholders and partners in a diverse environment

• Ability to clearly write and communicate content and information to a wide array of individuals from all levels

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Program Coordinator

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About the Company

Third Way is a national think tank that champions modern center-left ideas. Their work is grounded in the mainstream American values of opportunity, freedom, and security. But they identify as center-left, because they see that space in U.S. politics as offering the only real path for advancing those ideals in the century ahead.

Their agenda is ambitious, aspirational, and actionable. It’s built on the bedrock belief that for political movements to succeed in our political system, they must relentlessly re-imagine their policies, strategies, and coalitions. They are fighting for opportunity, so everyone has the chance to earn a good life; progress on social issues, so all have the freedom to live the lives they choose; and security, so we are protected from 21st century global threats.

Their competitive advantage lies in high-impact advocacy campaigns that combine rigorous policy research with a unique and incisive understanding of the vast American middle—the people who ultimately decide majorities and provide mandates for change. They design their work to persuade elected officials, intellectuals, advocates, the media, and others with political influence.

About the Job

Third Way has launched the Moderate Talent Pipeline (MTP), an initiative to identify, and place moderate leaders in political and policy roles across the government. Their Talent Pipeline is part of a new Moderate Power Project—a long-term, strategic initiative to build a robust advocacy infrastructure to amplify moderate views and voices and increase political power on the center left. Third Way is seeking a Program Coordinator, who will play a crucial role in the Moderate Talent Pipeline.

As Program Coordinator, you will assist with sourcing, screening, and assessing potential candidates from various government positions to help create a talent pipeline to begin the work of re-building a robust infrastructure and curating their database. As the coordinator, your duties will involve candidate database management, scheduling interviews, conducting initial screenings, and maintaining communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process. By working closely with Third Way team and external stakeholders, you will ensure that the government personnel talent building process runs smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, sourcing, and updating candidate profiles in the Talent Bank database

• Assisting with scheduling interviews and assessments for potential candidates

• Conducting initial screenings of resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates

• Communicating with candidates to provide updates on their application status and next steps in the recruitment process

• Coordinating with Third Way team members to ensure a smooth recruitment process

• Assisting with the creation and distribution of training materials

• Providing general administrative support to the team, such as filing paperwork, organizing documents, and responding to emails

• Participating in team meetings to discuss progress on open positions and upcoming recruitment and training activities

• Continuously learning and staying updated on best practices in database operations

Qualifications

• Have experience in scheduling, project coordination, or relevant activities

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with applicant tracking systems, such as Salesforce, would be a plus

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Sr. Manager, Data & IT

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About the Company

PFLAG National is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their families, and allies. PFLAG National has more than 325,000 members and supporters and over 400 chapters in the United States. This vast grassroots network is cultivated, resourced, and serviced by the PFLAG National staff, Board of Directors, and Regional Directors Council.

About the Job

The Senior Manager, Data & Information Technology is responsible for managing data, operational infrastructure, and the application of information technology at PFLAG National. This includes advancing data reporting, analytics, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to tell a story. The Senior Manager, Data & Information Technology will focus on collecting and analyzing data to inform evidence-based decisions in alignment with the organization’s strategic priorities and goals. They will also manage our physical infrastructure and assets to ensure that our hardware and software are adequate for the needs of the organization.

This candidate will be an expert in managing central databases like Salesforce, Asana, and other pivotal organizational assets. The Senior Manager, Data & Information Technology will manage a Data & Information Technology Coordinator and reports to the Vice President, Administration & Finance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure PFLAG National staff and members have the IT and data support they need to advance the organization’s mission and strategic priorities

  • Responsible for reviewing and improving the current technology stack, developing a business case for enhancements, and implementing data analytics strategies to drive organizational effectiveness and impact

  • Lead process on gathering and reporting organizational metrics via Salesforce

  • Manage projects and ongoing relationships with IT, data, and telecommunication vendors

  • In collaboration with relevant stakeholders, support setting of data and IT strategy, engagement building, and impact measurements

  • Provide staff, chapter leaders, Board Members, and Regional Directors Council Members with technical support, resources, and training

  • Manage network and data security and develop and record associated processes and procedures

  • Perform qualitative and quantitative research to understand user needs and respond to requests for information

  • Assess skills and train all staff in key areas of technology and provide updates on an ongoing basis

  • Collaborate with staff across all departments to simplify complex technical information so that it is successfully communicated with co-workers, members, and vendors

  • Manage technological components for special events (convention, fundraisers, and others, as needed)

    • Database, Website, and Apps (Salesforce, Asana, IATs, Salsa, Google Apps, and others)

  • Translate data into actionable insights and improve processes within Salesforce, Asana, and other organizational databases and tools

  • Maintain and oversee the accuracy and integrity of data

  • Manage the Member Portal and the Learning Management Database

  • Manage the telecommunications system, including training staff on how to use this asset as well as documenting systems and procedures

  • Oversee the data entry process;Identify, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues

  • Manage the implementation of data consolidations and integrations to streamline and simplify data management

  • Review, analyze, evaluate database systems and digital tools, and participate in planning and execution of future upgrades and technology enhancements

  • Lead data analysis and technology enhancement for our organization's key revenue streams

  • Manage back-end website needs, with vendor(s) as appropriate, to support user experience on pflag.org and straightforequality.org websites, as determined by Leadership and the Strategic Communications team

  • Manage Wordpress technical requirements and admin tasks of a Wordpress multisite used by PFLAG National and chapters

  • Serve as administrative and financial contacts on all URL accounts

  • Administrate Asana and provide training in its maintenance and usage

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical/solution IT architecture and data management

• Proven track record leading medium to large-scale data projects

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences

• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills

• Ability to define project specifications, accurately estimate timelines and deliverables, and work with multiple departments

• Experience in mentoring teams and fostering data-driven culture

• Experience at a membership-based organization or non-profit, or the ability and willingness to transfer relevant experience from other sectors to align with PFLAG’s organizational culture and strategic priorities

• Experience with database management, specifically expert knowledge of Salesforce and Asana

• Knowledge of Wordpress, or a similar CMS

• Technical fluency with HTML and CSS

• Mastery in AWS, G Suite, and Microsoft Office

• Working knowledge of JavaScript, jQuery, security principles, API's

• Knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) practices, and Civil Rights

• Enthusiastic support of PFLAG’s strategic vision, mission, and goals

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills

• Effective communicator both in person and over the phone

• Preferred Skills:

  • Prior Salesforce or CRM experience

  • Strong background demonstrating information architecture and interactive database design

  • Degree in informational technology, web design, computer science, user interface and experience design, or an equivalent combination of education & experience

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Campaign Manager

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About the Company

PFLAG National is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their families, and allies. PFLAG National has more than 325,000 members and supporters and over 400 chapters in the United States. This vast grassroots network is cultivated, resourced, and serviced by the PFLAG National staff, Board of Directors, and Regional Directors Council.

About the Job

The Campaigns Manager will develop impactful campaign goals, plans, strategies, and tactics aimed at protecting and advancing the rights of LGBTQ+ people and those who love them. They will play a key role in designing and executing robust advocacy campaigns that mobilize PFLAG National members and supporters, and PFLAG chapters at the federal, state, and local level. Their efforts will help shape PFLAG National’s strategic approach to advocacy, empowering the community to soften hearts, change minds, and create a lasting difference.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust campaigns to galvanize PFLAG National members and supporters and PFLAG chapters to become advocates, fighting for LGBTQ+ rights at the federal, state, and local levels

• Support the development of organizing goals, strategies, plans, and budgets to drive impactful political and policy outcomes for specific campaigns and related programming initiatives

• Coordinate cross-departmental campaign efforts at PFLAG National, ensuring seamless collaboration between the Policy, Strategic Communications, Chapter & Communities Engagement, and Learning & Inclusion teams to effectively achieve campaign goals

• Assist in designing and implementing complex, multi-tooled campaigns from planning to execution to advance LGBTQ+ rights, combat classroom censorship, protect parental rights, and other civil rights issues

• Identify and train a cohort of parents of LGBTQ+ individuals to advocate for policies that protect the rights of LGBTQ+ people and their loved ones, providing training, support, and resources to prepare them for public speaking and legislative advocacy efforts

• Develop and compile compelling campaign materials, including fact sheets, action alerts, and talking points

• Design and execute grassroots organizing strategies, including community events, town halls, and advocacy training sessions

• Support the priorities and increase the capacity of PFLAG National and its Advocacy program.Develop, strengthen, and maintain relationships and alliances with diverse communities

• In collaboration with the Vice President, Advocacy, support the development and maintenance of internal systems to enable successful campaigns across the country, including creating tools to track community outreach and coalition activities

• Represent PFLAG National in coalitions as assigned by the Vice President, Advocacy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 4+ years of professional, progressive experience in community based, grassroots organizing, electoral campaign and/or legislative staff experience, or a combination of both is required

• Experience designing organizing strategy and executing organizing plans and tactics

• Familiarity building, leading, and working within coalitions

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, simultaneously managing many tasks; work efficiently, meeting multiple deadlines, while remaining composed under pressure

• Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team

• Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends

• Solid computer experience, including use of the internet, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and Zoom

• Knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) practices, and civil rights as a whole

• Enthusiastic support of PFLAG’s strategic vision, mission, and goals

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with remote employees

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Director of Major Gifts

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About the Company

PFLAG National is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their families, and allies. PFLAG National has more than 325,000 members and supporters and over 400 chapters in the United States. This vast grassroots network is cultivated, resourced, and serviced by the PFLAG National staff, Board of Directors, and Regional Directors Council.

About the Job

The Director of Major Gifts is a newly created position that will manage the major donor ($1,000+), mid-level donor ($250-999), and planned giving programs. This position will build the structure to grow the major gifts pipeline, manage a portfolio of prospects with high gift capacity, and ensure that major, mid-level, and planned giving donor experience results in renewed and increased donations. The Director of Major Gifts will report to the Vice President, Development & Philanthropic Partnerships, and supervise the Development Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• The Director will have duties and responsibilities crossing many functions

• Below is an outline of those duties:

  • Support the CEO and the Vice President, Development & Philanthropic Partnerships in cultivating the organization’s most significant individual donors and prospects

  • Drive the CEO and other Leadership members’ schedules for donor meetings

  • Solicit gifts of $1,000+ to reach individual giving goals

    • Create individual goals for each prospect in the portfolio based on the donor’s history of giving and an understanding of the prospect’s capacity and interests

  • Establish and manage mid-level ($250-999) donor program with the goal of upgrading mid-level donors to major donors

  • Identify and qualify new individual prospects through collaboration with the CEO and Board of Directors

  • Oversee stewardship of a high-quality donor experience through developing individual relationships, correspondence, mailings, acknowledgments, and other meaningful opportunities to engage with the organization

  • In collaboration with the Vice President, Development & Philanthropic Partnerships, support the direct-mail and digital fundraising programs to increase mid-level and major donors

  • Supervise the Development Coordinator, providing day-to-day management and driving their work plan toward growing revenue

  • Refine and enhance the major/mid-level/planned giving program in support of the strategic plan and organizational expansion

  • Plan major donor events in key cities including identifying hosts and host committee members, and working with the Communications department to write/deliver speeches and develop talking points for the CEO, Board Members, and other notable speakers (i.e., “the pitch”)

  • Maintains donor and prospect records in both electronic and paper form

  • Produces fundraising progress reports for the VP of Development & Philanthropic Partnerships, CEO, and Board of Directors as needed

  • Other tasks as assigned to support the department and grow revenue

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience or a combination of both

• 5+ years of professional history as a frontline fundraiser with a focus on individual donors and major gifts

• Thorough understanding of nonprofit fundraising and experience as a member or leader of a nonprofit development team

• Proven track record of stewarding and closing five-figure and up gifts

• Knowledge of donor/CRM databases; Salesforce and/or Salsa Engage highly preferred

• Knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) practices, and civil rights as a whole

• Enthusiastic support of PFLAG’s strategic vision, mission, and goals

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills

  • Effective communicator both in person and over the phone/teleconference

• Must be able and willing to travel as needed

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