Andrea for Council: Policy Fellow with Andrea for Council

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Thank you for your interest in Andrea Gordillo’s District 2 City Council Campaign. She is running to fight for a more affordable, more livable, safer, New York City. You can learn more about her here: https://www.andreagordillo.nyc/

The Policy Fellow will play a critical role in supporting the campaign's policy development efforts. This position offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in political communications and policy analysis. The Fellow will work directly with the team to help shape the campaign’s public message, conduct research, and support policy development and outreach efforts.

Policy Support:

• Policy Research: Conduct research on key policy issues, including gathering data, analyzing trends, and summarizing findings for the campaign’s policy team.

• Issue Briefs: Assist in preparing policy briefs, memos, and talking points that support the candidate’s platform and messaging.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Help identify and analyze key stakeholders, including advocacy groups, thought leaders, and local organizations, to inform campaign policy strategies.

• Legislative Tracking: Monitor relevant local, state, and national legislation that impacts the candidate’s policy positions and keep the campaign team informed on developments.

General Campaign Support:

• Assist with other campaign communications tasks, such as drafting internal updates, and coordinating outreach efforts to engage local communities.

• Collaborate with other campaign departments, including field, digital, and fundraising, to ensure consistency of messaging and policy alignment.

• Attend campaign events, town halls, and briefings to gather insights for content creation and help document key moments.

Qualifications:

• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. Ability to create compelling content across multiple platforms.

• Interest in Politics and Public Policy: A strong interest in political campaigns, public policy issues, and political communication.

• Research Skills: Strong ability to conduct research and synthesize information on a range of political and policy issues.

• Tech-Savvy: Familiarity with basic office software (Google Suite)

• Attention to Detail: Ability to work with precision, especially when handling messaging, press materials, and policy content.

• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Team Player: Willingness to collaborate with team members and take direction while contributing new ideas.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in writing policy documents.

• Knowledge of local, state, or national political issues and key legislative processes.

• Background in political science, communications, public policy, or a related field is preferred.

• Previous experience with a political campaign, public relations firm, or policy research organization is a plus.

• Fluency in Spanish is not required but a plus!

Learning Opportunities:

• Gain hands-on experience in political communications and public policy analysis.

• Work directly with senior staff in a fast-paced political campaign environment.

• Develop expertise in crafting campaign messages, managing media relations, and analyzing policy issues.

• Build a professional network in political communications, policy advocacy, and public service.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position to [email protected] and [email protected]. Please include in the subject "POLICY FELLOW APPLICATION (last name)." We encourage people who are passionate but may not fit all the criteria to apply as well!