Project Manager

In Field Strategies is a national canvassing firm focused on strategic and direct voter contact through mainly door to door operations.

IFS is seeking an experienced project or campaign manager responsible for leading, managing and mentoring team leaders and canvassers performing door to door canvassing operations nationwide. The manager will be the face of IFS on the ground, both with the staff and with the client. He/she will be responsible for recruiting, training, coordinating logistics, and managing the day to day operations for canvassers. The ideal candidate will have experience in grassroots advocacy and campaign management. This position is a traveling position with most of your time spent deployed regionally in the US based on need.

Provide leadership and guidance to team leaders and canvassersTrains team members on canvassing operations, company mission and policiesProvide constant communication and oversight to canvassers in the field; to include daily meetings and phone calls with all staff, shift tracking, daily and weekly goals, etc.Responsible for the overall strategic planning of canvassing operations in the assigned area of operationDevelops “walk books” for canvassing operationsServes as the face of IFS to the client on the groundSends nightly, weekly, or monthly reports depending on the needs of the clientCoordinate logistics for the project, to include: flights, lodging, car rentals, day to day transportation to walk books, and any other logistical needs that ariseAdvises senior IFS management of “on the ground” issues

Disclaimer: These job duties are not all-inclusive. The employee will be required to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities as requested. Job duties and requirements may change as needed, with or without advanced notice.

Minimum of two election cycles working - in a paid capacity -on a campaign, for a committee, or for a vendorMinimum of one election cycle working – in a paid capacity - on a campaign, for a committee, or for a vendor in a management roleBasic understanding of grassroots campaigningProven ability to utilize a team to hit a pre-set goalEffective time managementThe ability to work successfully in a team sometimes for long hours and under intense pressure to meet deadlinesStrong critical thinking, interpersonal, verbal, written and oral communication skills

Three election cycles working – in a paid capacity – on a campaign, for a committee, or for a vendorTwo election cycles working – in a paid capacity – on a campaign, for a committee, or for a vendorAdvanced understanding of grassroots campaigningProven ability to utilize a team to hit a pre-set goalBachelors degree or higher

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent residentMust be willing to undergo an initial background investigationMust be willing to sign a non-disclosure agreementMust be willing to travel up to 50%Must possess a valid driver’s license