The Progressive Caucus of the New York City Council seeks a full-time Coordinator to facilitate the operations of the Caucus. This individual will be hired by the Caucus as a whole, and will be an employee of the New York City Council.
The Progressive Caucus was founded in 2009 as an advocate for social and economic justice within the City Council. The Caucus has been instrumental in the passage of a living wage, paid sick days, and police accountability reforms in New York City. After an influx of progressive Council Members in the 2013 NYC elections, the Progressive Caucus has grown in membership and influence this term.
The duties of the Coordinator include (but are not limited to):
Policy Advocacy
- Develop, research and advocate for a progressive policy agenda
- Act as a liaison with advocates requesting the support of the Caucus for ongoing issues
- Disseminate information to Caucus members on upcoming events related to progressive issues
- Organize events and activities of the Caucus such as rallies, town halls, forums, etc
Communications Strategy
- Respond to current events via public statements, podcasts, video responses, etc.
- Maintain an effective social media presence and regularly update the Caucus website
- Send out a regular e-newsletter and build up the Caucus’ contact list
- Utilize new communications tools to enhance engagement with NYC’s progressive community
- Track Caucus press coverage
- Field inquiries from members of the press
Internal Administration
- Schedule monthly Progressive Caucus meetings and prep the leadership team to facilitate
- Send meeting notices, confirm attendance of Members, and take minutes
- Coordinate regular communication between the members of the Caucus’ leadership team
- Connect key staff members to ensure cohesive strategies among Caucus members
- Manage the Caucus’ email address
- Plan regular social events for Caucus members
- Execute an annual retreat for internal strategic planning
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least 2-3 years of work experience in government, public policy, community organizing or other relevant fields
- Knowledge of NYC politics, government and current issues
- Detail-oriented, strong organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate multiple busy schedules
- Experience with building and maintaining a strong communications strategy
- Excellent writing and communications skills
- Experience with NationBuilder a plus
- A commitment to the Caucus of at least one year
Please send a resume and cover letter to progressivecaucusnyc@gmail.com with the subject heading “Coordinator Application” to apply.
Standard City Council employee benefits are provided.
