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We are seeking a highly motivated, relationship-oriented, and mission-driven individual to serve as the full-time Regional Training Director in the Midwest/Rust Belt.

The Regional Training Director leads recruitment and outreach efforts, coordinates and facilitates training sessions, and builds strong relationships with alumnae, stakeholders, elected officials, and leaders throughout the region who share our commitment to advancing women in public office. This person will work closely with regional volunteers, alumnae, and partners to recruit outstanding Democratic women candidates and deliver high-quality political training across the region.

If you are passionate about empowering Democratic women to run, win, and lead — and thrive in building networks, leading trainings, and strengthening on-the-ground engagement — this is the job for you.

The Regional Training Director is a regular full-time remote position that reports to the Training Director. The Regional Training Director must be based in Pennsylvania.

ABOUT EMERGE

Emerge is changing the face of politics to create an inclusive democracy. We are the nation’s largest network of women elected officials and candidates – recruiting, training, and providing a powerful network to Democratic women who want to run for office and win. Since 2002, Emerge has trained more than 7,000 women to run for office, and there are more than 1,200 Emerge alums currently in elected office.

Our Core Values

• Belonging
• Empowerment
• Transformation
• Excellence

Responsibilities

Program & Training

• Recruit and inspire Democratic women with a focus on women from the New American Majority to run for office in identified target states and throughout the region
• Execute Emerge trainings annually (3 trainings in target states and additional regional trainings which may be a combination of Emerge trainings, i.e., signature, bootcamp, step forward)
• Lead the recruitment and selection process
• Manage and execute logistics for training programs
• Recruit and train facilitators to conduct signature, bootcamp, and any additional trainings
• Facilitate trainings during signature trainings, bootcamps, step forwards, and other training opportunities
• Host kick-off/graduation events in conjunction with signature programming
• Recruit for and facilitate trainings conducted by Emerge Action Fund entities (c3 &c4) as requested

Partnership and Stakeholder Management

• Build and manage relationships with regional volunteer advisors (cabinet) and oversee all scheduling and preparation for regional cabinet meetings, participating in volunteer recruitment, training, and management of all volunteers
• Identify opportunities to expand programmatic offerings to support the mission of Emerge throughout the region
• Build and maintain relationships with partners and stakeholders in the region
• Represent the organization at coalition meetings and with partner organizations
• Serve as the main point of contact for any training or partnership inquiries within the region
• Support program alum primarily through office hours and work to develop alum support structures in the region
• Identify potential major and grassroots donors for cultivation by the Emerge development department
• Attend monthly Development meetings to discuss new donor relationships/prospects and donor meetings with development staff as needed

Administration and Other Duties

• Serve as the spokesperson for Emerge within the region
• Database management, candidate/election tracking, and reporting
• Prepare reports and other documentation
• Send correspondence and emails
• Other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of Emerge’s mission, and we are committed to building an organization reflective of the incredible diversity of our Democratic Party. Therefore, we especially encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and members of other groups who are underrepresented in our political system.

Emerge is seeking candidates with the following experience and qualifications:

• Ability to develop trusted and effective working relationships with diverse constituencies, including state advisors, staff, donors, elected officials, volunteers, and an array of supporters and stakeholders
• Demonstrated commitment to democratic ideals
• Minimum of 5 years relevant professional work experience, with 3 of those years being within the specified region (Midwest/Rust Belt)
• Familiarity with working with federal, state, and county party politics and local institutions
• Experience working on multiple political campaigns, preferably at least one at the state level and one at the county or municipal level
• Passion for and knowledge of women’s political leadership issues and political campaigns
• Comfort with public speaking and excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective organizational skills, attention to detail, and efficiency in time management
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated (remote team)
• Fluency with Google and MS Office tools (Docs/Slides/Sheets and Word/PowerPoint/Excel), as well as Google Drive and other cloud-based document sharing tools such as box.com, dropbox.com, etc.

The following is required of the candidate:

• Permanent residence in the state of Pennsylvania
• Access to high-speed internet
• Valid driver’s license
• Safe, well-maintained, and fully insured automobile
  

Preferred but not required:

• Familiarity with database tools, NGP VAN, etc.
  

JOB LOCATION AND SCHEDULE

• Travel (up to 25%) within the specified region required
• Flexible work hours, including weekend and evening hours

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Emerge offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and 401k retirement plan. We also offer an unlimited PTO plan and the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of mission-driven people. The starting salary for this position is $91,250.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a resume and cover letter with the email subject “Regional Training Director” to [email protected]. In your cover letter, include a description of how your background aligns with this position and an explanation of your interest in women in politics.

Emerge will not be able to respond to all applicants. Only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. NO CALLS PLEASE.

This position is included in a union-represented collective bargaining unit, and specific employment terms are subject to collective bargaining.