About the Position
Democrats Abroad (DA) was the margin of victory for Joe Biden in Georgia and Arizona, and we’re determined to not only deliver scale-tipping votes in races across the United States in 2022 and beyond, but also transport the perspectives of U.S. citizens living abroad back to lawmakers stateside. In consultation with relevant stakeholders, especially the Global Advocacy Coordinator, the Global Membership Engagement Coordinator will develop, coordinate, and oversee global volunteer opportunities for DA members, as well as provide support for volunteer recruitment in DA country committees as requested – with the ultimate goal of creating meaningful, sustainable, and impactful political engagement that will drive more ballot requests and returns among the larger U.S. population abroad.
Responsibilities
- In consultation with the DA Advocacy Coordinator, develop volunteer opportunities tailored to DA membership and the issues central to them
- Monitor volunteer opportunities with Democratic state parties and the Democratic National Committee (DNC) and, in consultation with the DA International Executive Committee, act upon opportunities for collaboration
- Develop content for and manage the “Volunteer” page on DA’s website
- Create and implement workflows to ensure that DA members who express interest in volunteering are contacted and supported
- Motivate and thank volunteers
- In consultation with the Global Events Coordinator, organize regular online meet and greets for DA members to learn about DA and volunteer opportunities
- Work closely with the Global Communications Team to ensure coherent, consistent, and effective internal and external messaging about volunteer opportunities
- Report to DA International Executive Committee members on a bi-weekly basis and regularly attend their meetings
Skills & Qualifications
- Commitment to helping DA, the Democratic Party, and Democratic candidates succeed
- Member of Democrats Abroad (join here)
- First-hand knowledge of the U.S. voting constituency abroad, as well as of issues unique to overseas voters
- Deep familiarity with tools, tactics, and technologies for developing and communicating meaningful volunteer opportunities
- Experience organizing and supporting volunteers
- Strong interpersonal and project management skills
- Outgoing and highly communicative
- Passion for helping others become politically engaged
- Ability to manage multiple projects across multiple time zones
- Strong IT skills, especially with Google Workspace, Zoom, WebEx, and NationBuilder
Logistical Details
Location: Online
Estimated Time Commitment: 15-20 hours per week
Language: English
Start Date: Flexible
End Date: May 2023
Compensation: Unpaid (but tremendously rewarding!)
Application Process
Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your vision and qualifications for the role in PDF format to [email protected].
Democrats Abroad is committed to the values and practices of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, with opportunities to provide and the ability to take feedback and learn. It is our policy to recruit, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, pregnancy, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity, disability, or any other legally protected basis.