Global Youth Caucus Leadership

About the Chair Position:

Democrats Abroad is seeking a Global Youth Caucus Chair and to mobilize, engage, and amplify the voices of young U.S. citizens living abroad.

The Youth Caucus chair will lead youth outreach, programming, advocacy, and voter engagement efforts; strengthen participation in U.S. elections; and help build a welcoming political home for young Democrats worldwide.

The ideal candidate has knowledge of Democrats Abroad, understands issues affecting young Americans and young voters, and brings strong communication, organizing, and leadership skills.

Upon appointment, the Chair will work with Democrats Abroad international leadership to help form and support a leadership team, including a Vice Chair and Steering Committee.

Responsibilities

• Review and, where needed, update the Global Youth Caucus mission statement, goals, and terms of reference for approval by the Democrats Abroad International Executive Committee

• Develop and execute a strategic outreach plan to increase youth voter registration, education, engagement, and turnout among U.S. citizens living abroad

• Recruit, support, and coordinate a Global Youth Caucus leadership team and Steering Committee

• Hold regular Global Youth Caucus Steering Committee planning sessions in a manner supportive of the global nature of the organization

• Connect with Young Democrats of America

• Organize youth-focused programming, events, trainings, and campaigns that connect young Americans abroad to Democratic values and electoral action

• Collaborate with Democrats Abroad country committees, chapters, global caucuses, campaign teams, and voter protection and voter assistance efforts

• Coordinate, where appropriate, with Democrats Abroad advocacy, communications, and caucus leadership on youth-focused campaigns and legislative priorities

• Build and maintain a centralized list of relevant external contacts, including student groups, youth organizations, civic organizations, and partner networks

• Work with the Democrats Abroad Global Communications Team to develop youth-focused messaging and maintain the caucus’s presence on Democrats Abroad Youth Caucus platforms, including the DA website, email, and social media

• Report regularly to Democrats Abroad international leadership and attend relevant meetings as requested

• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and action-oriented caucus culture that welcomes young members and new volunteers

NOTE: Study Abroad Outreach is a different team within DA - the Youth Caucus is encouraged to work with them but is not the lead team in DA for reaching out to Study Abroad programs. 

Skills & Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• Commitment to helping Democrats Abroad, the Democratic Party, and Democratic candidates succeed

• Membership in Democrats Abroad, or willingness to join before appointment

• Understanding of issues affecting young Americans, students, early-career professionals, young voters, and U.S. citizens abroad

• Experience in organizing, campaigns, volunteer management, communications, advocacy, or community engagement

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Creative, reliable, organized, and able to follow through on measurable goals

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global, remote, volunteer-led environment

• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in political organizing

Logistical Details

Location: Online / Remote
Estimated Time Commitment: 5–10 hours per week, with flexible working times
Language: English
Start Date: July 15
Term: Until June 2027

Application Process

Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your vision, qualifications, and relevant experience for the role to [email protected] by July 4th.

Your cover letter should address why you are interested in serving as Global Youth Caucus Chair, how you would engage young Americans living abroad, and what priorities you would bring to the role.

Democrats Abroad is committed to the values and practices of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities and are committed to recruiting, training, promoting, and supporting volunteers 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.