AMERICAN COUNCIL OF LIFE INSURERS
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JOB TITLE: Legislative Analyst
POSTING #: 726
DEPARTMENT: Federal Relations
POSTING DATES: 6/3/09-6/9/09
SUPERVISOR: JC Scott
Job Description
Principal or primary function
Serve as the primary information contact regarding federal legislation and meetings for the Federal
Relations lobbyists on your assigned issues. Serve as a liaison with the Public Affairs, Grassroots and
Publishing areas on your assigned issues. Perform research duties in support of a team of federal lobbyists,
and overall federal affairs efforts in the organization.
Typical duties and responsibilities
a. Act as primary department contact regarding information on all industry-related federal legislative
issues and related industry meetings and congressional activity.
b. Under direction of SVP, Federal Relations, assist in all aspects of researching Congress and the
Administration activities on behalf of ACLI on all assigned Federal issues. Complete any special
projects and assist federal lobbyists in drafting proposed materials regarding legislative activities.
c. Review and track federal legislation and regulation for matters pertaining to life insurance. Respond to
inquiries from member companies on federal or subject matter problems. Screen legislation and decide
which priority level to assign to bills. Prepare legislative memos based on review and digest of
legislation.
d. Under direction of SVP, Federal Relations, represent department as liaison to ACLI's Public Affairs
department. Also act as primary liaison to Publishing area to assure that federal legislative information
on ACLI’s website is up-to-date and accurate. Work closely with department on all issues, as assigned.
e. Assist in drafting text for and sending Federal Affairs NewsFlashes.
f. Prepare daily Federal Round-up which summarizes hearings, PAC events, and news stories of value to
staff lobbyists.
g. Attend hearings and prepare summaries of the hearings for distribution to member companies.
Special or unusual work conditions in the job: Work long hours on a regular basis.
Required Core Competencies
Organizational Level Competencies: Accountability, Customer Satisfaction Focus, Flexibility, Job
Knowledge, Team Work, Technology Skills.
Departmental Level Competencies Communication Skills, Initiative, Leadership,
Risk-Taking, Strategic Thinking.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, History, Political Science, or related field.
Experience & Qualifications: Three years of legislative, political, or legal research experience, preferably
at the federal level. Considerable skill in a PC environment, including proficiency in Word, Dreamweaver
(or HTML), Frontpage, and other office automation systems. Knowledge of and familiarity with database
and website management. Ability to establish rapport easily in person and by telephone. Excellent skills
in organizing, coordinating, written and oral communication.
U.S. Global Leadership Coalition
Research Associate
The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) is seeking a Research Associate to play an integral role in advancing our mission based on our highly successful Impact '08 campaign, which built awareness and support among 2008 Presidential candidates and their advisors about the critical need to elevate and strengthen America's civilian-led, "smart power" instruments of global development and diplomacy. Moving forward we will be working to translate initial smart power commitments into sustained support for more robust and modernized foreign assistance and diplomacy.
Responsibilities will include:
§ Research - Provide research assistance to support outreach efforts to the foreign policy community, think-tanks, and policymakers on issues relating to international development and diplomacy, foreign aid reform, and national security.
§ Policy Materials - Assist in drafting and preparing written materials for distribution to various audiences including foreign policy experts, policymakers and journalists.
§ Community Representation - Represent the Coalition at various meetings, forums and dialogues around Washington, DC.
§ Other - Assist the Policy Director on other assignments as needed
Position Requirements:
The position requires 4-5 years of experience with an international non-profit organization, foundation, government agency or Capitol Hill with a focus on development and national security issues. Candidates must have strong knowledge of international relations and international development issues; an advanced degree in these areas is a plus. Excellent research, communications, interpersonal and organizational skills are required. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
About the Coalition:
The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition unites business, NGO and community leaders to build understanding of America's interest in today's world. We engage these citizens to educate and inspire support among the public, opinion leaders and policymakers for U.S. assistance and engagement in international affairs. The Coalition is composed of an educational and advocacy arm and consists of over 400 businesses and organizations that advocate for increased funding for the U.S. International Affairs Budget.
To Apply:Please email cover letter and resume to Beth Neary Fellman at beth@usglobalengagement.org. Short listed candidates will be contacted. No calls please.
Job Description
U.S. GLOBAL LEADERSHIP COALITION
FIELD DIRECTOR
The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) is seeking an experienced Field Director. The
USGLC will be advancing our mission based on our highly successful Impact '08 campaign, which
built awareness and support among 2008 Presidential candidates and their advisors about the critical
need to elevate and strengthen America's civilian-led, "smart power" instruments of global
development and diplomacy. Moving forward we will be working to translate initial smart power
commitments into sustained support for more robust and modernized foreign assistance and
diplomacy.
The Field Director will lead a 4-person team responsible for implementing an outreach strategy to
engage opinion leaders in key states around the country in support of this agenda. This senior-level
position will be responsible for building, deepening and expanding advocacy coalitions comprised of
political, business, faith-based, military, academic, and civic leaders in target states. The position
will report to the Managing Director and reside in Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities will include:
?? Establish and Expand Statewide Advocacy Networks - Guide and implement national
field strategy with focus on expanding and enlarging USGLC's statewide networks of
political, business, faith-based, military, academic and community leaders in target states.
Guide training and messaging for state leadership networks. Responsible for advocacy
mobilization.
?? Engage National Opinion Leaders - Develop and sustain strategic relationships at the
state and national levels, and create opportunities for opinion leaders to speak out in support
of the USGLC's agenda, e.g. signing op-eds, engaging national and state-wide policymakers
and candidates, and attending USGLC's annual conference in Washington, DC.
?? Serve as member of USGLC's Senior Staff and participate in overall strategy development
and implementation.
?? Manage Staff -Supervise three direct reports - a Deputy Field Director and Field
Assistants.
Position Requirements:
The position requires solid political campaign and organizing experience, superior knowledge of the
U.S. national political process, demonstrated supervisory experience and a proven interest in
international affairs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate superior strategic leadership,
communications, organizing and training skills, and the ability to proactively engage prominent
leaders in the political, business, faith-based, military, academic, and civic communities. The
candidate must be comfortable with public speaking before high-profile audiences, and working in a
fast-paced, flexible team environment. Presidential and Congressional campaign experience is highly
desirable. Frequent domestic travel is expected. Competitive salary offered, commensurate with
experience and qualifications.
About the Coalition:
The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition unites business, NGO and community leaders to build
understanding of America's interest in today's world. We engage these citizens to educate and
inspire support among the public, opinion leaders and policymakers for U.S. assistance and
engagement in international affairs. The Coalition is composed of an educational and advocacy arm
and consists of over 400 businesses and organizations that advocate for increased funding for the
U.S. International Affairs Budget.
To Apply:
Please email cover letter and resume to Beth Neary Fellman at beth@usglobalengagement.org. Short
listed candidates will be contacted. No calls please.
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TOPIC: Contract Web Developer - Washington, DC
Date: Mon, Jun 1 2009 5:46 am
Looking for a Drupal expert to streamline and update a site for a small
nonprofit. Must be able to use Expression Engine, our current platform, and
oversee the eventual transfer to Drupal. The successful candidate will also
have graphic design skills.
This is a contract position which will last approximately six months. Please
send a resume and two samples of your previous work to
dedeveloperjob@gmail.com
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Technical Support Specialist
Date: Tues, Jun 2 2009 6:47 am
NGP is a customer-focused, technology solutions organization that is
determined to help Democrats and their allies succeed. We’re
currently looking for a Technical Support Specialist to help live and
breathe our mission.
Responsibilities:
As a member of our client services team, you will serve on the front
line of support for Democratic campaigns, parties, PACs, and
progressive organizations using our software. Not only will you be
supporting our clients with your exceptional customer-service skills,
but you’ll also be conducting web-based customer training; getting new
customers up and running with our software; documenting easy to use
solutions in our knowledge-base repository and writing how-to-guides
for our software. Even though this is an entry-level position, it is
not for the faint at heart when it comes to dedication, team work and
collaboration.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Previous experience using NGP Campaign Office® in a campaign setting
required.
• Previous experience teaching or training preferred, including
activities such as mentoring, tutoring and/or computer support.
• Demonstrated and passionate interest in Democratic political
campaigns and fundraising.
• Professional phone manner and undying patience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking, logical problem solving ability, and a
willingness to learn
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize and complete diverse
projects; strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Some familiarity with MS Access, MS SQL Server, writing SQL queries
or HTML a bonus.
NGP Software is a leading provider of campaign software and technology
services to Democrats and their allies. We work hard to help our
clients with innovative technologies and strategies, and to develop
rewarding careers for our staff. NGP has a fun and relaxed company
culture, including blowing off steam at the ping pong table or
softball field, and big bonfires at the company retreats in Vermont.
We also have a strong benefits package that includes company-paid
health care and dental insurance, profit sharing, and a free exercise
room in the building. NGP prides itself on being a progressive and
open-minded workplace. You can learn more about our 11 years of
growth and success at http://www.ngpsoftware.com.
Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@ngpsoftware.com.
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Political Sales Manager, Blue State Digital (DC)
Date: Tues, Jun 2 2009 12:46 pm
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT POLITICAL SALES MANAGER
Blue State Digital
Washington, DC
General Position Overview
Blue State Digital seeks to hire an assertive, motivated, self-directed
individual with experience in Web-based software sales and a deep knowledge
of politics to provide direct sales support to the Business Development
team. This person will be tasked with keeping a pulse on upcoming political
races and managing all political sales leads. The candidate must have a
strong understanding of the national political landscape and an
understanding of new online technology, strong writing and communication
skills, and sound judgment. S/he must be able to work in a fast-paced
environment with highly-motivated staff in a rapidly-growing,
mission-focused organization. This person will report directly to the
Director of Business Development.
Organization Background
Blue State Digital, founded in 2004, provides communications strategy and
technology services to political, non-profit advocacy and responsible
corporate clients. Current clients include Barack Obama, The American Red
Cross, The Democratic National Committee (DNC), The Sundance Institute, and
many other national and local campaigns, organizations and causes.
Our founders and principals are pioneers in the use of Internet marketing
and technology as organizing and fundraising tools, raising hundreds of
millions of dollars and mobilizing hundreds of thousands of grassroots
volunteers.
We are committed to crafting and implementing custom Internet strategies
that produce results – online and off. We have first-hand experience
delivering innovative solutions—creating new communication channels,
shattering fundraising records, and organizing people in new ways.
Job Responsibilities
• Provide insight and analytical research about upcoming political (state
and national) races
• Manage incoming and outbound political sales leads
• Draft weekly reports on developments in key political races
• Execute technology demos for potential clients
• Research potential clients
• Draft and Execute proposals, statements of work, and contracts.
• Participate in departmental meetings, as appropriate.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree
• 3 to 5 Years of relevant (political, campaign, sales and/or tech) work
experience
• Experience with political campaigns required
• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint,
Internet research, and e-mail software.
• Demonstrated ability to work quickly, manage many projects
simultaneously, and adjust to a rapidly-changing environment.
• Ability to work in a rapidly-growing and dynamic environment with a
dynamic team of managers and staff.
Compensation
Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualification.
To Apply
Applications will be accepted until the job is filled. Please send a cover
letter, resume, list of references and a salary history (which will be held
in strict confidence) to sales@bluestatedigital.com and include “Biz Dev
Political Sales Manager” in the “Subject” line.
