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Stand Together · 2 months ago

Political Director

positionMichigan
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive

Stand Together is a philanthropic community focused on advocating solutions to the country’s greatest challenges. As Political Director for AFP Michigan, you will lead political engagement strategies to advance policy and candidates aligned with AFP, building relationships and orchestrating grassroots efforts to empower citizens.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain engagement plans for priority candidates and races, integrating grassroots, political, and policy strategies
Lead full-spectrum race tactics with clear sequencing, metrics, and coordination across teams
Equip grassroots leaders and volunteers with timely, accurate, and compelling assets to advocate confidently for champions and priority issues
Build and refine data driven paid canvassing programs that move voters through identification, persuasion, and turnout, all tied to measurable impact
Bridge political and policy efforts to support legislative champions at the state and federal level
Cultivate strong, trusted relationships with elected officials, candidates, and staff
Work to draft and maintain policy surveys for the state chapter

Qualification

Strategic planningCampaign managementData-informed decision makingFree-market policy knowledgeDigital political organizingBuilding trustEnthusiasm for visionCross-functional collaboration

Required

Experience in strategic planning
Familiarity with free-market policy priorities and AFP policy positions in the state of Michigan
Deep understanding of campaigns, voter behavior, and legislative dynamics
You can design and execute innovative engagement plans that integrate grassroots energy, data, and policy alignment
Excellent at building trust with candidates, legislators, staff, and coalition partners
Thrive in cross-functional environments, partnering seamlessly with grassroots, communication, and policy teams to deliver shared wins
Capable of data-informed decision making
You are grounded, open to challenge, and quick to learn from failure
Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems
Commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect

Preferred

Experience managing or advising on campaigns
Familiarity with digital political organizing tools and social media campaigns

Benefits

6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting
Flexible time off
Comprehensive health and dental plans
Wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace

Company

Stand Together

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Stand Together is a non-profit organization management company that specializes in education, trade, foreign policy.
dateFounded in 2003
location
Arlington, Virginia, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://standtogether.org/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Tracy Tomasso
Vice President, Infrastructure
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Brian Howe
Managing Director, Ventures Lab Studio
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