Administrative Assistant

Empower Project is the national leader in both paid and volunteer relational organizing (RO). 

Empower Project organizes to improve people’s lives using the power of relational organizing. Together with our partners, we’ve helped boost voter turnout, especially for BIPOC communities, through our approach of tapping into personal networks of friends and family. We provide the software and expertise to help communities, progressive organizations, and nonprofits leverage their personal relationships to build power and dramatically expand the electorate. Our cutting-edge technology, Empower, stands at the forefront of the industry and is trusted by over 1,500 organizations nationwide.

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the Campaigns Director, playing a key role in ensuring consistent office operations. The Campaigns Department is responsible for supporting candidate campaigns and coordinated organizations in building both volunteer and paid relational organizing programs. 

This is a full-time, remote, salaried position available immediately. The expectation is that the Administrative Assistant works Monday-Saturday between 9 am to 5 pm Central Time, with work hours increasing toward the election. 

• Coordinate and organize meetings with staff and external partners
• Handle correspondence, prioritize incoming emails, and respond to messages as needed.
• Prepare for meetings and events as needed.
• Assist the Campaigns Department with planning and executing special projects as assigned.
• Handle clerical duties and administrative tasks.
• Implement and maintain accurate data tracking of account activity within our CRM system.

• One cycle of political experience preferred
• Experience with CRM systems, such as Salesforce, Zendesk or Zoho CRM
• Strong interpersonal communication ability and ability to maintain professionalism and discretion
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Additional consideration will be given to candidates who are fluent in a second language

This is a full-time, work from home position. Compensation is salary-based at $4,500 a month, plus benefits. This position ends on November 30, 2024.

Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, and paid time off. Paid time off includes vacation, sick leave, personal days, and federal holidays. 

Empower Project is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, sex, race, ethnicity, religion or sexual preference. Women, persons of color, and individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.