African American Constituency Manager

New York State Democratic Party

New York State Democratic Party

USD 6,500-6,500 / month

Posted on Apr 23, 2026

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African American Constituency Manager Job Description

Location: Manhattan

Manager: Coalitions Director

Starting Salary: $6,500 monthly

Benefits: Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage

Friends for Kathy Hochul is seeking a full-time African American Constituency

Manager for the campaign of New York State’s first female Governor, Kathy Hochul.

The role oversees the execution of the campaign’s African American outreach and

organizing program in the Downstate Region (New York City, Long Island, and

Hudson Valley).

Responsibilities:

● Develop and maintain relationships with elected partners, community

leaders and advocates across the region

● Support Coalitions Director in developing and managing the campaign’s

African American Advisory Council

● Serve as event planning and logistics lead for Coalitions events within the

African American community

● Support briefing needs, including review, coordination, and dissemination of

materials for coalitions events & political call time

● Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

● 2+ years of experience managing political relationships, coalitions or in

constituency organizing

● Strong ties to African American community leaders and elected officials in

New York City

● Must be willing to work non-traditional hours, including weekends and

evenings

● Strong work ethic, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage

multiple projects simultaneously

● Well-organized, with strong oral and written communication and

interpersonal skills

● Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with “African

American Constituency Manager” in the subject line.

Friends for Kathy Hochul is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity

employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, creed, sexual orientation, gender

identity or expression, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, marital, veteran or economic status, or

any other legally protected basis. Friends for Kathy Hochul is committed to providing reasonable accommodations

to individuals with disabilities in the hiring process and on the job, as required by applicable law.