Grassroots Advocacy Coordinator
KENTUCKY SOCIETY OF ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVES INC, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Grassroots Advocacy Coordinator Position Description
REPORTS TO: Policy Director
LOCATION: Remote; Washington, DC
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Develops and manages the grassroots advocacy program that supports the Association’s policy goals at the federal, state, and local level. Drives recruitment and training processes to ensure long-term success of the grassroots program. Builds relationships and supports grassroots and grass‑tops advocates as they engage with the Association and with policy makers.
Develop a comprehensive framework to expand and mobilize the Autoimmune Association’s grassroots network, including training, benchmarks, and recognition
Develop the mechanisms needed to ensure the grassroots program is successful in engaging advocates at the local, state, and federal level
Develop relationships with advocates with autoimmune diseases, their caretakers, donors, and volunteers
Empower advocates impacted by autoimmune disease to effectively tell their stories to influence policy change
Directly engage grassroots and grass‑tops advocates across the country to advance the Association’s advocacy agenda, including direct communication with government officials and other stakeholders
Advise on strategies to improve and expand the reach and effectiveness of the Association’s grassroots network
Assist in the development of letters of support and policy communications
Participate in coalitions related to the Association’s policy priorities
Ensure superb data management in the advocacy platform
Support the coordination and logistics for the organization’s annual fly‑in, held in March in Washington, DC
Advance the Autoimmune Association’s mission and values
Demonstrate a positive, collegial attitude and strong work ethic
Carry out other duties, as assigned
Occasional travel may be necessary
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in related field
1‑3 years of work experience in grassroots advocacy or related field
Experience in working with nonprofits, grassroots organizations, and/or volunteers
Familiarity with barriers to healthcare
Strong written and verbal communication skills and willingness to actively engage with a diverse population of individuals
Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to establish deadlines and timelines for assignments, proactively manage progress, and follow up on all delegated tasks to ensure completion
Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience with grassroots advocacy tools preferred
To apply for this position, please submit resume and cover letter to hello@autoimmune.org before April 20, 2026.
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LOCATION: Remote; Washington, DC
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Develops and manages the grassroots advocacy program that supports the Association’s policy goals at the federal, state, and local level. Drives recruitment and training processes to ensure long-term success of the grassroots program. Builds relationships and supports grassroots and grass‑tops advocates as they engage with the Association and with policy makers.
Develop a comprehensive framework to expand and mobilize the Autoimmune Association’s grassroots network, including training, benchmarks, and recognition
Develop the mechanisms needed to ensure the grassroots program is successful in engaging advocates at the local, state, and federal level
Develop relationships with advocates with autoimmune diseases, their caretakers, donors, and volunteers
Empower advocates impacted by autoimmune disease to effectively tell their stories to influence policy change
Directly engage grassroots and grass‑tops advocates across the country to advance the Association’s advocacy agenda, including direct communication with government officials and other stakeholders
Advise on strategies to improve and expand the reach and effectiveness of the Association’s grassroots network
Assist in the development of letters of support and policy communications
Participate in coalitions related to the Association’s policy priorities
Ensure superb data management in the advocacy platform
Support the coordination and logistics for the organization’s annual fly‑in, held in March in Washington, DC
Advance the Autoimmune Association’s mission and values
Demonstrate a positive, collegial attitude and strong work ethic
Carry out other duties, as assigned
Occasional travel may be necessary
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in related field
1‑3 years of work experience in grassroots advocacy or related field
Experience in working with nonprofits, grassroots organizations, and/or volunteers
Familiarity with barriers to healthcare
Strong written and verbal communication skills and willingness to actively engage with a diverse population of individuals
Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to establish deadlines and timelines for assignments, proactively manage progress, and follow up on all delegated tasks to ensure completion
Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience with grassroots advocacy tools preferred
To apply for this position, please submit resume and cover letter to hello@autoimmune.org before April 20, 2026.
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