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About the role:

The NYC Primary Campaign Associate will support the Indivisible Political Department as a deployed asset for the duration of the primary, focusing on multiple endorsed House races.

Ideal candidates will be able to independently manage a wide range of projects, manage multiple deadlines, demonstrate excellent communication, oral and written abilities, work across teams seamlessly, and respond quickly to developing news and program updates. This role is suited for individuals with a strong understanding of the New York City political landscape, including current political dynamics, previous field work within the five boroughs, and relationships to progressive partners within the city.

This position will report to the Deputy Political Director and will work closely with other Political Department staff and Indivisible teams to execute our primary programming objectives. A dedication to equity, inclusion, and social justice is essential for this role.

This is a full-time, short-term assignment anticipated to end on or before November 30, 2026. The salary for this position is $57,000 to $67,700 annually, and the role is expected to require 40 hours of work per week.

What you'll do:

PROGRAM SUPPORT AND IMPLEMENTATION 50%

• Manage the programmatic deployment of DVC methods for primary programming, including but not limited to phonebanks, P2P texting, door knocking etc.
• Coordinate the department’s external communication with campaigns and partner organizations, including external correspondence, scheduling, and logistics as it relates to targeted New York City House Races.
• Support the development of electoral planning documents, such as providing district/state-specific insights and reviewing messaging for local applicability
• Work with senior department leadership to ensure all programmatic benchmarks are being met on schedule in the lead-up to the primary.
• Provide advance support for any in-district events that include National principal participation.
• Report out regular updates to leadership on progress in the district.

LOCAL GROUP SUPPORT AND ENGAGEMENT 40%

• Work with Indivisible regional or statewide Organizers to support local groups and manage relationships with local Indivisible leaders
• Coordinate bulk product requests with group leaders for campaign materials, ensuring timely delivery and appropriate follow-up.
• Support Group Leaders for in district electoral needs, including sharing regular programmatic updates, public campaign information and supporting event creation and providing logistical support.
• Help plan and manage in-state/in-district events with local groups and Indivisible activists

POLITICAL RESEARCH AND TRACKING 10%

• Developing a system for tracking and reporting press coverage about key electoral and political campaign developments from the primary, for both the endorsed candidate and their opponent.
• Regularly update the candidate profile with new positions and information as the primary unfolds.
• Support rapid response measures as warranted.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 cycle of previous campaign experience in New York City.
• Strong attention to detail and highly organized.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of our fast-paced, dynamic team.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a rapid-paced campaigns environment.
• A commitment to progressive organizing and grassroots movement building.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with VAN and other electoral tools
• Familiarity with digital media and civic engagement tools
• Knowledge of Census data, campaign finance and Secretary of State reporting, and media monitoring
• Previous experience with scheduling, expense management, and/or other administrative responsibilities

About Indivisible Project

We’re building something new. We’re a progressive grassroots organization that began in the aftermath of Trump’s election. We’re working to build a democracy that reflects a broad, multiracial “we the people,” one that works for all of us and is sustained by all of us. To support this movement, we’ve built an incredible team at the national level. We dream big, we support each other, and we have fun doing it. For more information about Indivisible’s vision, mission, and theory of change, click here.

We’re changing what’s politically possible. Indivisible is part of the powerful progressive movement reaction to Trump, fighting the racist, misogynistic, plutocratic, and authoritarian agenda trumpeted by Trump and the GOP congress. Don’t take our word for it; Indivisible has been featured on the Rachel Maddow Show multiple times, as well as in the New York Times and in pretty much every other major news outlet in the country.

We’re building together. We’re building a new organization every day - a rare opportunity to model what we want to see in the world. We’re deeply committed to equity and building a diverse and inclusive organization.

We’re looking for you. If you want to fight for the soul of American democracy, there’s no better place to be than Indivisible. We’re looking for more team members who are passionate about building an inclusive democracy and committed to getting results. It’s an exciting, fulfilling place if you’re someone who wants to fight fiercely for the progressive world we want to have.

Every one of us on the national team is here because we believe this movement is the best way to retake and build progressive power in this country. Does that ring true for you? If so, great - throw your hat in the ring to join our team. Let’s start #winning together. For more information about Indivisible’s organizational principles, click here.

Indivisible Project is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage and seek applications from women, people of color, including bilingual and bicultural individuals, as well as members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical condition. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the application process. Please advise in writing of support needs at the time of application.