Job Title: Political Campaign Manager, Adena Ishii for Berkeley Mayor 2024
Reports to: Candidate Adena Ishii (and on occasion to Campaign Consultant)
Start Date: Late June or early July 2024
Salary Range: $4,000-$5,000/month
Campaign Overview: Adena Ishii is a bold leader who is running to bring common sense policies and the voices of ALL Berkeley residents to city government. She is the youngest and first woman of color elected President of the local League of Women Voters and would be Berkeley's first-ever woman of color and Asian American mayor. You can read more about the campaign at www.AdenaIshii.com
Position Overview:
The Campaign Manager for the Adena Ishii for Berkeley Mayor Campaign will play a pivotal role in managing and executing all aspects of the campaign, leading a dynamic volunteer team, and ensuring the candidate's success. The Campaign Manager will work closely with the campaign consultant, volunteers, and various stakeholders to drive the campaign's mission and objectives.
This is a good opportunity for an experienced campaign professional seeking campaign management experience. This person will have strong field experience. Local experience is a plus.
Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee all phases of the campaign through Election Day, taking on various roles as needed to ensure the campaign's success
- Manage the candidate's schedule and priorities, ensuring their focus remains aligned with the campaign's objectives
- Develop and execute an aggressive, data-driven field plan, including recruiting and managing volunteers
- Work with fundraising, social media, and policy research teams to maximize their efforts and keep them on track
- Collaborate closely with campaign consultants, vendors, and other stakeholders to implement the campaign's overall strategy
- Ensure consistent and effective communication within the campaign team and with external parties
Job Requirements:
- Located in Berkeley or the East Bay or have the ability to relocate to the area
- Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a car
- At least one cycle of field experience or campaign management experience is required
- Flexibility and willingness to work independently, often during non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends
- Demonstrated cultural competence and the ability to adapt to different environments and cultures
- Knowledge of and experience with, or ability to learn, ActBlue and PDI
- Proficient understanding and use of Google Suite, Microsoft Office Word, and Acrobat PDF
- Experience with communications and media platforms including Mailchimp, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter)
- Ability to speak multiple languages is a plus
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter to campaign@adenaishii.com. Please include references and any relevant qualifications or experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $4,000.00 - $5,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Schedule:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Experience: How many political campaigns have you led, worked on, or volunteered with, doing direct voter contact (door-knocking, phone-banking)?
Ability to Relocate:
- Berkeley, CA 94703: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Berkeley, CA 94703