Nonprofit
Published 11/3/25 11:43AM

Political Associate

Hybrid, Work must be performed in or near Washington, DC
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Contract / Freelance
    Start Date:
    December 1, 2025
    Application Deadline:
    November 21, 2025
    Experience Level:
    Entry level
    Compensation:
    At least USD $30 / hour
    Cause Areas:
    Economic Development, Media, Policy

    Description

    Our advocacy team is looking for part-time (15-20 hours per week) administrative support for our political and policy initiatives. This is a great opportunity for someone who’s organized, curious about politics, and looking for flexible, meaningful work.

    What You’d Be Doing:

    • Outreach to political campaigns to facilitate endorsement process
    • Schedule virtual interviews and manage invitations
    • Research candidates and races for bios and policy summaries
    • Email drafts for outreach to members
    • Build and monitor fundraising pages
    • Track political news and candidate updates
    • Other administrative tasks as needed

    Who This Is Great For:

    • Stay-at-home parents re-entering the workforce
    • Career-shifters looking for flexible, purpose-driven work
    • Students or early-career folks interested in advocacy and elections
    • Anyone who enjoys organizing, writing, and keeping tabs on national politics

    What You’ll Need:

    • General interest in politics and elections
    • Fluency in Google Docs, Gmail, and basic online tools
    • Willingness to learn new online platforms with support
    • Comfort working independently and communicating clearly
    • Knowledge of tax and wage issues is a bonus, but not required

    More Details:

    • Hybrid or remote setup: work from home, our office in Dupont Circle, or both
    • Flexible hours
    • Temporary, contract position
    • Supportive team, mission-driven work

    Location

    Hybrid
    Work must be performed in or near Washington, DC
    Associated Location
    Washington, DC, USA

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