Remote Grassroots Advocacy Coordinator
ASAE, 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. Developsa comprehensive framework to expand and mobilize the Autoimmune Association’s grassroots network, including training, benchmarks,and recognition Develops the mechanisms needed to ensurethegrassroots program is successfulinengagingadvocates at thelocal,state,and federal level Develops relationshipswith advocates withautoimmune diseases,their caretakers, donors, and volunteers Empowersadvocatesimpactedbyautoimmune diseasesto effectively tell their stories toinfluencepolicy change Directly engages grassroots and grass-tops advocates across the country to advancethe Association’sadvocacy agenda, including direct communication with government officials and other stakeholders Advises on strategies to improve and expand the reach and effectiveness ofthe Association’sgrassroots network Assistsinthedevelopment of letters of support and policy communications Participatesin coalitionsrelated to the Association’s policy priorities Ensures superb data management in the advocacy platform Supports the coordination and logistics for the organization’s annual fly-in, held in March in Washington, DC Advances the Autoimmune Association’s mission and values Demonstrates a positive, collegial attitude and strong work ethic Carries out other duties, as assigned Occasional travel may be necessary REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degreein related field 1-3 years of work experience ingrassroots advocacy ora related field Experience in working with nonprofits, grassrootsorganizations,and/or volunteers Familiarity with barriers to healthcare Strong writtenandverbal 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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: 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. Developsa comprehensive framework to expand and mobilize the Autoimmune Association’s grassroots network, including training, benchmarks,and recognition Develops the mechanisms needed to ensurethegrassroots program is successfulinengagingadvocates at thelocal,state,and federal level Develops relationshipswith advocates withautoimmune diseases,their caretakers, donors, and volunteers Empowersadvocatesimpactedbyautoimmune diseasesto effectively tell their stories toinfluencepolicy change Directly engages grassroots and grass-tops advocates across the country to advancethe Association’sadvocacy agenda, including direct communication with government officials and other stakeholders Advises on strategies to improve and expand the reach and effectiveness ofthe Association’sgrassroots network Assistsinthedevelopment of letters of support and policy communications Participatesin coalitionsrelated to the Association’s policy priorities Ensures superb data management in the advocacy platform Supports the coordination and logistics for the organization’s annual fly-in, held in March in Washington, DC Advances the Autoimmune Association’s mission and values Demonstrates a positive, collegial attitude and strong work ethic Carries out other duties, as assigned Occasional travel may be necessary REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degreein related field 1-3 years of work experience ingrassroots advocacy ora related field Experience in working with nonprofits, grassrootsorganizations,and/or volunteers Familiarity with barriers to healthcare Strong writtenandverbal 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr