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Overview PIRG is hiring an Associate to work on our public health campaigns to tackle major health threats and advocate for decisions that prioritize health and well being over unlimited economic growth. As a Campaign Associate you will advocate for policy changes that include protecting lifesaving medications, promoting a healthful food system, and providing consumers information to empower informed product choices. You will collaborate with people across the political spectrum to build support for campaigns and work toward solutions on threats such as antibiotic resistance, ultraprocessed foods, and other public health priorities. Responsibilities Work with coalitions : Reach out to a broad range of organizations and affected constituency groups across the political spectrum to demonstrate support for campaign goals. Organize support, hold events, and work with volunteers : Build broad public support for the campaign and recruit organizations and members of the public to be involved. Organize webinars, community events and public meetings to educate, persuade, and motivate. Earn traditional media and social media attention : Organize media events and write opinion pieces. Build a following on social media for the campaign. Lobby elected officials : Coordinate strategy with champions in Congress or State Houses. Make a convincing case to legislators who are undecided on a vote. When a critical vote is happening, demonstrate the support built on the ground to help line up the votes needed to win. Recruit new people to the team : Help build the team by recruiting volunteers, interns, and full-time staff. Run a grassroots campaign office each summer : Run a campaign office for the summer, knocking on doors to raise funds to support campaigns, build the organization and membership, and help build timely grassroots support to win key campaigns. Responsibilities may include meeting fundraising goals and managing a team of paid staff. You may be assigned to a different office location for the summer and should be flexible to move. This position requires exercising discretion and independent judgment in making decisions of significance. Qualifications Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply. We provide training on advocacy and organizing skills, as well as oversight by an experienced advocate. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience, strong writing and public speaking skills, an eagerness to learn, and be ready for a challenge. We value organizing experience, including building campus or community groups. Compensation and Benefits The target annual compensation for this position is $38,250-$39,500 in the first year. PIRG offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents, time off, a commuter benefit program, a 401(k) plan with employer match, parental leave, long-term disability insurance, and possibly needs-based student loan assistance. The organization also offers an extensive training program and opportunities for advancement. Location Chicago, IL or Philadelphia, PA #J-18808-Ljbffr

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