50CAN is hiring an
Advocacy Manager
Location: Georgia (remote) but must reside within metro Atlanta
About GeorgiaCAN
GeorgiaCAN is a locally-led education nonprofit that seeks to identify and advance common sense policies that put the needs of students first. We engage local stakeholders—from community members to policymakers—to advocate for student success throughout the entire public education system.
About 50CAN
GeorgiaCAN is a part of 50CAN: The 50-State Campaign for Achievement Now, a nonprofit organization that works at the local level to advocate for a high-quality education for all kids, regardless of their address. We develop local education leaders by providing them with the research, tools and ideas needed to create learning environments that best meet every child’s needs. 50CAN has a national team based primarily in the DC area and operates campaigns in Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, and Tennessee and is led by CEO & Founder Marc Porter Magee.
Position:
This opportunity is an ideal fit for someone who wants to serve a leading role in an advocacy organization. The advocacy manager will work directly with the Executive Director of GeorgiaCAN in executing the organization’s district advocacy strategy. In particular, they will prioritize building community relationships, interacting with elected officials, and executing the organization’s advocacy operations around metro Atlanta advocacy and politics.
The Advocacy Manager will also have an important role with GeorgiaCAN’s affiliated 501(c)(4) organization, GeorgiaCAN Action Fund. This will include advocating for key education policies coming before elected bodies, introducing candidates to the issues of GeorgiaCAN Action Fund, and coordinating advocacy and electoral activities with allies.
The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who is skilled at building relationships, analyzing complicated political situations and is passionate about GeorgiaCAN’s cause. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a person to develop their skills, advance their career and network with leading advocates in Georgia and across the country.
Key Responsibilities
While primarily a job that requires regular hours, the Advocacy Manager may be called upon to work varying hours including weekends and nights. This could include attending school board meetings, legislative sessions, school board member town halls, or campaign events. The role requires constant use of strong independent judgment, self motivation, and capability of doing all the above duties with minimal supervision.
Qualifications
Required:
Preferred:
Working At 50CAN
This position is fully remote though candidate will need to reside within the metro Atlanta area for meetings and events. The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. In addition, 50CAN offers a comprehensive benefits package. 50CAN is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should apply through 50CAN's BambooHR portal here. Please include your current resume and cover letter through the BambooHR portal only.