RFP - State Lead, Stop the Cabinet Appointments

Location: Maine, Alaska priority; Iowa, North Carolina, Utah, Indiana, South Carolina, Ohio, and Pennsylvania
Contract Award Range: Very competitive pay, similar to other senior campaign roles. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions or ask for more details.

Term of Contract: 12 months (flexible, with longer term relationship opportunity)

We’re looking for individuals with intimate knowledge of the operations and networks of key U.S. Senators including Senators Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, Jodi Ernst, Thom Thillis, Todd Young, John Curtis and Lindsey Graham to immediately join our team and help stop Trump from approving an authoritarian cabinet.

About Movement Labs

Movement Labs is dedicated to stopping the far right and saving democracy. We bring new thinking to the most challenging problems in the political ecosystem and rigorously test our ideas. Our mission is to mobilize citizens and influence policy at all levels of government. We believe that inclusive and impactful movements are essential for democracy, and we seek passionate leaders to drive our initiatives.

Description

We’re looking for State Leads to spearhead the Stop Cabinet Appointments program in Maine, Alaska, Iowa, North Carolina, Utah, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania and South Carolina. Stopping Trump's cabinet appointments will be a key priority to ensure the worst of Trump’s tendencies cannot advance. State Leads will focus on stopping Trump cabinet appointments from being approved. The ideal candidates are well-networked and have a deep understanding of their state's political landscape. Your primary focus will be to develop state-based strategies, organize mass outreach efforts, and leverage existing networks in the state to influence key stakeholders to influence key decision makers. After the Cabinet fights, the roles might extend based on performance to new programs. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Unique Advocacy Strategy: Build a plan to get a single key stakeholder to take stands to prevent autocracy. 
• Relationship Building and Power Mapping: Identify and analyze key political players, organizations, and influencers in your state to effectively mobilize support against cabinet appointments.
• Mass Outreach Advice: Guide our efforts mobilizing constituents through various channels, including social media, community events, and grassroots campaigns to ensure they are effective.
• Organized Outreach and Lobbying: Build and maintain relationships with local leaders, advocacy groups, and community organizations to influence key decision makers in the state.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Sr. Leader, Stop Cabinet Appointments to align state-level strategies with overall organizational goals.

Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of the political landscape in your state, including key players and organizations.
• Direct experience working with the relevant member of the U.S. Senate from your state
• Passion for progressive causes and commitment to social justice.

Why Join Movement Labs?

• Opportunity to make a significant impact in your state and contribute to progressive change.
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to social justice and political accountability.
• Competitive salary with the potential for flexible consulting fees for experienced candidates.
• Supportive work environment that values innovation, inclusivity, and professional growth.

If you are a dedicated movement leader with a strong network and a commitment to progressive change, we encourage you to apply.

Proposals 

We’re flexible on the approach you take, but we ask for the following key details to be covered in a brief proposal:

• Tell us about your experience and what perspective you would bring to this role. How would you build a campaign to persuade a U.S. Senator from your state to block Trump's cabinet appointments?
• You can't do everything, what would you choose to focus on and why? Try to be tactical and specific. 
• Pricing
• 3 client referrals
• Resume

Preferred deadline for proposals: Friday, November 22nd. NRG Consulting Group is supporting this search. You may either submit your proposal using this application form, or email it to [email protected] and cc [email protected]. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions or to request an information call.

Referral Bonus: If you refer someone for the role and they are hired and on the job for two months, Movement Labs will send you a $5,000 referral bonus.

Movement Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.