Advocacy Manager

Easterseals New Jersey; Jamesburg (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit organization as an Advocacy Manager in Jamesburg, NJ. This role involves driving advocacy initiatives, engaging with policymakers, and supporting individuals with disabilities. You will leverage your communication skills and strategic thinking to make a significant impact in the community. The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement savings plans.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Employer-Paid Life and Disability Insurance

403(b) Plan with Employer Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Referral Bonuses

Paid Orientation and Ongoing Training

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in politics, organizing, public policy, or community outreach.
• Ability to travel throughout the state as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main point of contact for government affairs.
• Conduct policy research and analysis to support positions.
• Develop and distribute advocacy materials and grassroots resources.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-Building

Planning

Time Management

Resourcefulness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

VoterVoice

Quorum

Job description

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Advocacy Manager – Jamesburg, NJ (Hybrid)

Shift: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (Must be flexible to work outside normal business hours if needed)

Join Our Team – Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges? Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving lives!

About Us and Our Program:

Easterseals, a national nonprofit, has been supporting individuals with disabilities for over 50 years. Operating across 21 counties in New Jersey, the organization serves more than 9,000 individuals annually through direct services, advocacy, and education. With a dedicated team of over 1,000 staff members, Easterseals is committed to empowering individuals to achieve independence and reach their goals.

What You’ll Do:

The Advocacy Manager is a strategic and motivated leader responsible for driving Easterseals' advocacy initiatives. They work closely with leadership to prioritize issues, engage with policymakers, and secure support for programs serving people with disabilities and special needs. This role requires strong communication skills, relationship-building with state and local officials, and a deep commitment to equality and inclusion for individuals of all abilities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serve as the main point of contact for all matters regarding government affairs.
• Strengthen, develop, and nurture relationships with state decision-makers and elected officials, and build durable partnerships with a network of allies.
• Organize, coordinate, and provide representation on relevant industry coalitions and committees.
• Strategize ways to diversify our existing outreach lists and keep new audiences within the region engaged on our issues through traditional and non-traditional advocacy tactics.
• Conduct policy research and analysis to develop and support positions as needed.
• Develop and distribute advocacy materials, action alerts, and grassroots organizing resources, including trainings.

Who You Are:

• Education: Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience: 7+ years of work experience in politics, organizing, public policy, communications, or community outreach/relations.
• Requirements: Ability to travel throughout the state as needed, proficiency in MS Office Suite, and knowledge of constituent management and engagement software such as VoterVoice and Quorum.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, planning, time management, relationship-building skills, high integrity, resourcefulness, flexibility, and experience managing volunteers to achieve results.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-Paid Coverage – Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Savings – 403(b) Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Time Off – Paid Time Off, Holidays, Medical Leave, and PTO Buy-Back options
• Convenience & Support – Direct Deposit, Payroll Cards, Mileage Reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness & Recognition – Wellness Program, Referral Bonuses, and a Recognition Program
• Training & Development – Paid Orientation and Ongoing Training

Easterseals NJ provides a comprehensive benefits package. For full details, visit www.enjbenefits.com.

Easterseals Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

As one of our core values, we strive to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees without regard to age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability unrelated to job performance, including military discharge (except dishonorable), veteran status, parental status, genetic information, source of income, or other protected categories as per law.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Public Relations, Consulting, and Legal

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations