Abdul for U.S. Senate: Special Assistant to the Candidate

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Abdul for Senate is seeking talented candidates to work as a Special Assistant to the Candidate for the 2026 election cycle. We are looking for passionate, hardworking individuals who are committed to our mission of electing Abdul El-Sayed our next U.S. Senator.

Role Overview:

The Special Assistant to the Candidate is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution of the calendar’s schedule. This will be a full time position based in Ann Arbor, MI, although there is flexibility with remote work and a relocation timeline. This position offers compensation in the form of a monthly salary and healthcare benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Executing the Candidate’s schedule by driving and staffing the Candidate daily

• Working closely with the Senior Staff to ensure goals of the campaign are being met while on the road

• Relaying information from meetings and events to relevant staff as needed

• Maintaining the campaign vehicle as needed

• Other campaign needs as required

Qualifications (Required):

• Driver’s license

• Must have transportation to attend events as needed

• Proficiency with Excel and Google Drive

• Willingness to work irregular hours including some nights and weekends.

• Superior written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to learn new skills and take on new challenges, with a desire to learn and a willingness to ask questions

• Ability to balance between competing priorities in a fast-paced, demanding environment while maintaining exceptional organization and attention to detail

• Commitment to electing Abdul El-Sayed to the U.S. Senate

• Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant and productive ways

• Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability

Qualifications (Preferred):

• Defensive Driving certificate significant plus

• Experience directly managing/staffing a principal is a significant plus

• Previous experience working in Michigan is a significant plus

Abdul for Senate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Abdul for Senate are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.