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Grassroots Advocacy Manager

Alzheimer's Association, Olympia, Washington, United States, 98502

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Position Summary

Position : Grassroots Advocacy Manager in the West Territory. The Grassroots Advocacy Manager is responsible for state and federal grassroots advocacy activities, managing local implementation of the Association’s nationwide grassroots advocacy strategy to advance state and federal public policy. This position does not lead direct lobbying activities, which are handled by the Association’s state and federal government affairs staff. The Grassroots Advocacy Manager reports to the Chapter Executive. Responsibilities

Essential functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Develop and implement year-round state-level grassroots advocacy strategy – including community mobilization and advocate volunteer engagement plans – to advance state public policy priorities in consultation with the local state government relations colleague(s). Manage implementation of year-round federal grassroots advocacy program in assigned geography to advance the nationwide strategy. Recruit and retain advocate volunteers to meet the Association’s grassroots engagement strategy objectives, including growing the number of individuals involved, as well as growing the strength and impact of the Association’s advocate network. Train and mobilize advocate volunteers for state and federal grassroots policy engagement. Develop and manage advocate volunteer relations in coordination with local chapter leaders and colleagues across the Association’s full mission. Integrate grassroots advocacy and community engagement with internal teams and external partners. Work with local Association colleagues, community boards and volunteers to promote the Association’s state and federal policy priorities. Report lobbying activities as required and ensure compliance with the Association’s internal tracking system. Support planning and implementation of State Alzheimer’s Advocacy Days at the state capitol with the local state government relations colleague(s). Participate in major events hosted by the state Chapter including Walks and galas. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required. At least 5 years experience working in grassroots advocacy, volunteer engagement, community organizing and mobilization, preferably with non-profit, nonpartisan organizations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to identify and lead community engagement opportunities to support public policy goals. Experience developing and implementing nonpartisan grassroots advocacy strategies. Skilled in recruiting, training, and engaging volunteers. Strong project management skills, including handling multiple priorities and ad hoc issues. Effective communicator in complex, matrixed environments with diverse stakeholders. Ability to work with diverse populations with integrity, diplomacy, and initiative. Familiarity with aging, health, and long-term care issues; existing government contacts are a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Self-motivated with sound judgment and attention to detail. Ability/willingness to travel across the state, including some evenings and weekends (up to 30%). Travel by car and occasionally by air is required. Attend the Association’s annual Advocacy Forum in Washington, D.C. and other national and regional training and professional development meetings. Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance. Position Details

Title: Grassroots Advocacy Manager Position Location: WA/ID Full time Position Grade & Compensation: Grade 307 The Alzheimer’s Association’s good faith salary range for this role is between $74,000 – $92,000 Reports To: Chapter Executive Who We Are

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia – by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. The Alzheimer’s Association announced a landmark $100 million investment in research for 2023. This momentum reflects our commitment to dementia research and the potential for breakthroughs tomorrow. At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,750 employees across the United States makes a difference each day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the disease. We invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and those at risk. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org/jobs to explore who we are and why we’ve been recognized as a Best Place to Work. At the Alzheimer’s Association, we believe that diverse perspectives are critical to achieving health equity — ensuring all communities have fair opportunities for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and underserved communities and addressing the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia. The Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment to the fullest extent required by law, including on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as a voluntary 401(k) retirement plan. Additional information is available by visiting the provided links. Full-time employees (37.5 hours/week) enjoy all benefits plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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