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Published 4/24/26 6:14PM

Job Title: Virtual Assistant – Legislative Outreach (New Jersey)

Remote, Work can be performed from anywhere in United States
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Contract / Freelance
    Start Date:
    May 1, 2026
    End Date:
    July 1, 2026
    Application Deadline:
    April 28, 2026
    Experience Level:
    Entry level
    Compensation:
    USD $20 / hour
    $20/hour 5 hours/week
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Family, Legal Assistance, Mental Health, Sexual Abuse & Human Trafficking

    Description

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    Job Title: Virtual Assistant – Legislative Outreach (New Jersey)

    Location: Remote (Must be able to make phone calls to New Jersey offices)

    Hours: Approximately 5 hours per week

    Compensation: $20/hour

    Overview:

    We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Virtual Assistant to support ongoing outreach efforts to New Jersey state legislators. This role involves consistent follow-up communication to help maintain relationships and ensure timely responses from legislative offices.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Conduct daily email follow-ups with New Jersey state legislators and their staff
    • Track outreach efforts and maintain organized communication records
    • Make occasional phone calls to legislative offices to follow up on emails or requests
    • Provide brief updates on responses, progress, and any issues encountered
    • Assist with drafting or refining follow-up messages as needed

    Qualifications:

    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Comfortable making professional phone calls to government offices
    • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
    • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
    • Familiarity with New Jersey government or legislative processes is a plus
    • Must be able to make phone calls within New Jersey (or have access to a reliable calling method)

    Preferred Experience:

    • Prior experience in administrative support, outreach, advocacy, or public affairs
    • Experience using email tracking or CRM tools

    Additional Information:

    • This is a part-time, flexible role averaging 5 hours per week
    • Work can be completed remotely, with occasional coordination as needed

    Anyone who does not follow detailed instructions of what to upload will be disqualified.

    Benefits

    none this is a part-time position and as a freelancer

    Level of Language Proficiency

    English fluence writing, speaking

    Location

    Remote
    Work can be performed from anywhere in United States
    Associated Location
    21-07 Maple Ave, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410, USA

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