Rebecca Bennett for Congress: Candidate Staffer (Body Person) & Finance Assistant

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Rebecca Bennett for Congress campaign is seeking a Candidate Staffer / Finance Assistant to join our campaign to work on the competitive congressional race in NJ-07 for the 2026 cycle. This individual will serve as the principal aide to Rebecca Bennett, providing direct day-to-day logistical, personal, and strategic support throughout the duration of the general election campaign. This role requires sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to manage fast-paced and evolving demands while maintaining the candidate’s movements, preparedness, and well-being.

Responsibilities include:

• Work with the finance team to execute the finance plan and strategy.

• Use ActBlue, NGP, and other fundraising management platforms to maintain detailed records and ensure data integrity.

• Assist with tracking donor outreach and managing a donor acknowledgement process (thank‑you calls, emails, notes).

• Serve as the primary on-the-road liaison for the candidate, ensuring timely, seamless execution of daily schedules across a wide range of campaign events, meetings, and public appearances.

• Coordinate directly with the scheduling, advance, press, and operations teams to ensure all logistical elements are aligned in real time, including travel transitions, briefing materials, and event protocols.

• Maintain and manage a daily candidate packet that includes briefing memos, run-of-show documents, event contacts, talking points, and any relevant logistical or political context.

• Capture on the ground images and footage of the candidate.

• Support the candidate’s personal and professional needs throughout the day, including wardrobe changes, meals, hydration, note-taking, and transitions between engagements.

• Monitor and proactively address candidate wellness, readiness, and morale to ensure performance sustainability over long campaign days.

• Ensure the confidentiality and security of the candidate’s movements and schedule at all times.

• Provide real-time input to campaign leadership on candidate engagement, morale, and message resonance.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, solve problems in real time, and maintain a calm and professional demeanor.

• Experience in a political campaign, federal office, or similarly fast-paced political or governmental environment, with direct experience supporting a principal or high-profile individual preferred.

• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.

• High emotional intelligence and discretion; ability to anticipate needs before they arise.

• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout New Jersey and work long, irregular hours including evenings and weekends.

• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation is required.

• Familiarity with the political landscape of New Jersey is preferred.

Compensation

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

To Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to Om Savargaonkar at [email protected] with the subject line: [NAME] APPLICATION – Candidate Staffer (Body Person) & Finance Assistant

This position is based in Somerset County, New Jersey.

Rebecca Bennett for Congress is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status.