Sr. Associate, Issue Campaigns at Raben

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

70500.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Coalition building, Grassroots mobilization, Strategic communications, Project management, Stakeholder outreach, Messaging, Public policy, Environmental scanning, Report writing, Presentation development, Client services, Problem solving, Data management, Written communication, Oral communication

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Description Who We Are: Raben is a public policy, strategic communications, and organizational consulting firm. Our talented and passionate team champions diversity, equity, and justice as core values that ignite our mission for impactful change in nonprofit, government, foundation, and corporate work. Our changemakers work to solve real-world problems and inspire lasting changes through our four service offerings: strategic communications, government affairs, issue campaigns, and culture, strategy, & organizational design. We have been fueled by insightful strategy, creative tactics, and plain old hustle for over 20 years. We are people of color, women, immigrants, disabled, and LGBTQ. Spend time with us and you will quickly learn we value smarts, creativity, and audaciousness in just about all we do… and a sense of humor is a contractual must. Learn more at raben.co. What We Seek: We seek a Senior Associate to join our Issue Campaigns practice. Senior Associates at our firm bring hands-on contextual knowledge and strong project management abilities to our client engagements. Specifically, candidates who join our Issue Campaigns practice will have a track record of successful involvement in coalition building, mobilizing grassroots leaders, targeted messaging, direct stakeholder outreach, and/or implementing new initiatives and programs. Add to that a high degree of initiative, personal resilience, attention to detail, real-time good judgment, a lot of creativity, and a concierge-like approach to client services. This position is based in our downtown LA office and offers schedule flexibility, while prioritizing a consistent and meaningful in-office presence to support collaboration and team engagement. Responsibilities Collaborate with client services teams, with a focus on executing multi-faceted campaign strategy and tactics. Contribute to strategy, work plan development and management, and other related services in support of successful engagements. In collaboration with team members, develop, refine and/or execute various deliverables, to include environmental scans, coalition building and management, program/work plans, messaging and narrative materials, summative reports, recommendation memos, presentation decks, etc. Engage in and support coalition and issue campaign development activities, including networking, identifying opportunities for engagement, movement activities, etc. Serve as a primary point of contact for client logistical interactions, managing and scheduling meetings and materials. Manage and support development of client- and practice-area-related data, materials, and other information with accuracy and attention to detail. Contribute to the Issue Campaigns practice area substantively and tactically – thought partnership, knowledge-sharing, problem-solving, work planning, etc. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Requirements 3 – 5 years experience in grassroots movements, coalition building, and/or stakeholder outreach. Deep connections to organizations, foundations, and nonprofit groups advocating for, working with, or representing marginalized groups and communities, especially those serving Black and Latino/a populations. Exemplary oral and written communication skills. Candidates must have the demonstrable ability to quickly produce clear, compelling, written collateral. Ability to thrive and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrable project management skills across multiple assignments with many moving parts. High level of accuracy and attention to detail in work products and deliverables. Experience translating policy generalities into specific outcomes that resonate with stakeholders is a strong plus. Application Instructions: To apply, please submit an application, resume, and 2-3 writing or work samples via our online job portal. Applications without writing or work samples will not be considered. At this time, we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please email your needs to careers@raben.co. Salary Range and Benefits: Our salary for this role is $70,500 per year. In addition to a great degree of autonomy in work and projects, our colleagues enjoy a suite of benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, unlimited PTO, company-issued cellphone option, a rich professional development curriculum, a 3% 401K match, yearly employer FSA contribution, work from home flexibility, and many more. COVID-19 Policy: Regardless of work location, all staff of Raben must show proof of having received an FDA authorized COVID-19 vaccination or a vaccination exemption. New employees must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or medical/religious exemption no later than their first day of employment. Raben finds it quite natural to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, aspiring to live the values of equity in everything we do. At Raben, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

Responsibilities

The Senior Associate will collaborate with client services teams to execute multi-faceted campaign strategies and manage project deliverables. They will also serve as a primary point of contact for clients, handling logistics, scheduling, and the development of strategic materials.