Jobs with League of Young Voters

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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Campaigns Director
League of Young Voters (LYV)* &
League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF)**
DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 14 (earlier is encouraged)
Major Responsibilities:
• Coordinate LIV/LYVEF piece of youth civic mapping project.
• Write, document and publicize stories of local and national actions and successes.
• Support League’s affiliates to develop campaigns and media strategy.

Other Responsibilities:
• Work closely with Alliance Building Director on alliances and joint campaigns, and serve as liaison to DC-based allies and resources.
• Work closely with Field Director to support the campaign needs of local organizers.
• Work closely with Online Director to develop online/offline issue campaigns that engage and expand our membership.
• Work closely with Training Director to develop case studies, trainings and materials relevant to issue campaigns.
• Work closely with ally organizations on joint campaigns.
• Work closely with Executive Director to develop and refine campaigns, messages and overall communications strategy.
• Cultivate knowledge of tools and technologies to increase constituent engagement.
• Represent LYVEF/LIV at conferences, trainings, workshops.
• May be called on to facilitate meetings and strategy sessions as appropriate.
• Participate in fundraising as it relates to campaigns and communications work.
• Work within the ethics of sustainability, leadership development, and respect for local autonomy.
• Report regularly to Executive Director with written documentation of results.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have experience in developing issue campaigns.
• Working knowledge of community-based groups, legislative and electoral politics.
• Demonstrated commitment to economic and social justice.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking.
• Must be organized, able to prioritize time effectively and able to multi-task.
• Must have a lot of initiative.
• Demonstrated experience in cross-class/race organizing.
• 2+ Years Campus/community organizing plus advocacy and legislative experience.
• Management experience.
• Bi-lingual a plus (especially in Spanish).
• Must be a great team player!
• Builds relationships easily.
• Must be resourceful.
• Willing to travel extensively.
• Willingness to relocate to Washington DC, SF, Austin or NYC.***
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.
**The League of Young Voters (LYV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion, freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.
***LIV/LYVEF does not pay relocation fees.
Salary
Commensurate with experience.
To apply
Please email resume, cover letter, three references, and salary history to [e-mail] with “MEDIA & CAMPAIGNS DIRECTOR” in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.
LYV and LYVEF are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate in employment against persons based on color, race, religion, age, ability, gender, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or marital status. People of all genders, backgrounds, orientations, and senses of humor are encouraged to apply.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Executive & Office Assistant
League of Young Voters (LYV)* &
League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF)**

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 14 (earlier is encouraged)
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Administrative support to Executive Director (50%)
Serves as receptionist for incoming calls, mail and email
Writes correspondence on Executive Director’s behalf
Manages and updates relevant data systems
Supports as needed with full range of executive support from errands to research to representing ED at events.
Pro-actively takes work off of Executive Director’s plate.
2. Supports Operations Manager (50%)
Performing multi-account book-keeping, finances, reporting, and compliance.
Ensuring timely organizational responsiveness to requests from public.
Maintaining office systems including data systems, mailings, bill payment, interface with vendors, and timely upkeep and repair of office equipment.
Acting as purchase agent.
Improving operational systems, cutting costs, improving efficiency.
Supporting administrative needs of staff including event planning, purchase of plane tickets, technical support, and miscellaneous requests. Goes beyond call of duty to help staff, constituents, board members, and address anything that might otherwise slip through the cracks.
Supporting logistics for Board meetings, and all other Board logistical needs.
Holding down the fort and gives tour support when staff are away.
Assisting field in administering local membership program.
Orienting and managing volunteers and interns in NYC office to do data entry, mailings and other routine tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS
At least 1 year of administrative experience, plus:
• Strong social justice values and belief in the mission of the organization.
• Extremely details-oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understands LYVEF/LIV vision and strategy.
• Willingness to relocate to NYC.
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.
**The League of Young Voters (LYV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion, freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.
***LIV/LYVEF does not pay relocation fees.
Salary
Commensurate with experience.
To apply
Please email resume, cover letter, three references, and salary history to [e-mail] with “EXECUTIVE/ADMIN ASSISTANT” in the subject line.
No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.
LYV and LYVEF are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate in employment against persons based on color, race, religion, age, ability, gender, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or marital status. People of all backgrounds, and senses of humor are encouraged to apply.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Field Director
League of Independent Voters (LIV)* &
League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF)**
DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 14 (earlier is encouraged)
Responsibilities:
• Manage comprehensive traditional and non-traditional field operations for LYVEF/LIV in 5-7 states, as well as documentation and evaluation of strategy and programs.
• Build and maintain strategic and tactical relationships and alliances with key organizations.
• Administer voter files, and other tools and technologies to increase constituent engagement.
• Support local groups in fundraising, and support development staff in fundraising as needed.
• Participate in developing and refining organizational strategy.
• Develop/source materials and resources for local campaigns.
• Represent LYVEF/LIV at conferences, trainings, workshops.
• Coach organizers and ensure that they are properly trained and supported.
• May be called on to facilitate meetings and strategy sessions.
• Work within the ethics of sustainability, leadership development, respect for local autonomy.
• Report regularly to Program Director with written documentation of results.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have 2+ years experience in managing major voter registration and multiple contact GOTV operation.
• Working knowledge of community-based groups.
• Demonstrated commitment to economic and social justice.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking.
• Management experience.
• Must be organized, able to prioritize time effectively and able to multi-task.
• Must have a lot of initiative.
• Demonstrated experience in cross-class/race organizing.
• 2+ Years Campus/community organizing experience.
• Bi-lingual a plus (especially in Spanish).
• Must be a great team player!
• Build relationships easily.
• Must be resourceful.
• Willing to travel extensively.
• Could be based in NYC, Bay Area, Albuquerque, Pittsburgh, Austin, Maine or Milwaukee.
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.
**The League of Independent Voters (LIV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion, freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.
***LIV/LYVEF does not pay relocation fees.
Salary
Commensurate with experience.
To apply
Please email resume, cover letter, three references, and salary history to [e-mail] with “FIELD DIRECTOR” in the subject line.
No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.
LIV and LYVEF are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate in employment against persons based on color, race, religion, age, ability, gender, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or marital status. People of all genders, backgrounds, orientations, traditions, and flavors are encouraged to apply.


INTERNSHIP
Field Program
League of Independent Voters (LIV)* &
League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF)**
Deadline: January 14, 2006 (earlier is encouraged)
Location New York, NY or San Francisco, CA

Responsibilities
Research on topics including potential local, state and regional ally organizations, legislation, and issue campaigns
Tracking and documenting the work of our local groups around the country
Representing the organizations at events
Responding to inquiries from potential volunteers

Qualifications
Detail-oriented, flexible, and an enthusiastic learner
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A commitment to social and economic justice

Compensation
A small transportation and food stipend is available
Will assist in getting school credit if applicable
Hours: 20 hours/week
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.
**The League of Independent Voters (LIV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion, freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to [e-mail] with “FIELD INTERN” in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.

INTERNSHIP
Fundraising
League of Independent Voters (LIV)* &
League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF)**
Deadline: January 14, 2006 (earlier is encouraged)

Location New York, NY or San Francisco, CA
Responsibilities
Help organize house parties
Researches creative in-kind contributions
Coordinate fundraising mailings
Coordinate thank you notes
Track donations
Qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication
Attention to detail
Desire to learn fundraising
Commitment to social change
Perks
Metrocard and very small stipend
Network and rep the League at events
Learn the art and science of fundraising
Be part of an exciting youth-driven political organization
Will assist in getting school credit if applicable
Hours: 15-20 hours/week
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.
**The League of Independent Voters (LIV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion, freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to [e-mail] with “FUNDRAISING INTERN” in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.

INTERNSHIP
Operations
League of Independent Voters (LIV)* &
League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF)**
Deadline: January 14, 2006 (earlier is encouraged)

Location New York, NY
Responsibilities
Responds to requests from public
Researches opportunities to improve systems
Errands and comparison shopping
Book-keeping
Correspondence
Coordinate mailings
Coordinate administrative volunteers
Qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication
Attention to detail
Desire to learn fundraising
Commitment to social change
Highly resourceful in online research
Perks
Metrocard and very small stipend
Network and rep the League at events
Learn the art and science of administration
Be part of an exciting youth-driven political organization
Will assist in getting school credit if applicable
Hours: 15-20 hours/week
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.
**The League of Independent Voters (LIV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion, freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to [e-mail] with “OPERATIONS INTERN” in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.

INTERNSHIP
Communications
League of Independent Voters (LIV)* &
League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF)**
Deadline: January 14, 2006 (earlier is encouraged)

Location New York, NY or Bay Area, CA
Responsibilities
Create online and offline media portfolio
Create database of cool journalists
Online marketing
Scout and collect hot visuals for League materials
Update website content (if html proficient)
Design materials (if design proficient)
Qualifications
Desire to learn and skills in communications
Commitment to social change
Perks
Metrocard and very small stipend
Network and rep the League at events
Learn the art and science of fundraising
Be part of an exciting youth-driven political organization
Will assist in getting school credit if applicable
Hours: 15-20 hours/week
*The League of Young Voters Education Fund (LYVEF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization engaging young people under 35 in the democratic process through voter education, trainings, leadership development, and by providing support to existing youth, cultural and student organizations to include voter organizing in their work.
**The League of Independent Voters (LIV) is a 501(c)4 advocacy organization for young people under 35 to build a progressive governing majority in our lifetime. We develop leaders and build political power to create public policies which reflect our core values: family, community, inclusion, freedom, equality, sustainable jobs and peace.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to [e-mail] with “COMMUNICATIONS INTERN” in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or personal correspondence will be considered or accepted.