National Voter Activation Network (VAN) Administrator

National Voter Activation Network (VAN) Administrator

National

Washington, DC

Organization Overview

State Voices is a national network – built from the states up – that helps grassroots organizations win civic engagement victories and build long-term political power. Since 2008, we’ve been employing the principles of collective impact, building the capacity of partners with data analysis and shared resources, and strengthening our democracy by amplifying the voices of marginalized communities.

State Voices sustains a dynamic ecosystem of 23 state tables comprised of 784 partner organizations. We provide the organizations in our network with the data, tools, and support they need to help create a healthy and thriving democracy through a racial equity lens. We advance this work through three national programs: Civic Engagement (voter registration and turnout, issue advocacy and constituency engagement), Civic Access (voting rights and election administration) and Civic Representation (census and redistricting).

It’s our collective duty to end the systemic, relentless disenfranchisement targeting communities of color, young adults, LGBTQ people, and single women. That’s why State Voices works year-round to create a more accessible, inclusive, and representative democracy.

Position Overview

State Voices is searching for a National VAN Administrator to provide support in aspects of data use and State Voices Voter Activation Network (VAN) administration for our partners in the 27 states without State Voices tables. Primary functions will be to provide State Voices VAN administrative support and assist partners in researching and developing their program plans. Primary constituencies served will be organizations conducting non-partisan public education campaigns and voter contact programs. The National VAN Administrator will report to the Deputy Director of Strategic Partnerships.

Primary Functions

• Advise partner organizations on the use of civic engagement contact tools and assist them in successfully implementing data-driven direct outreach and data tools into their engagement programs.

• Administer State Voices VAN for State Voices partner organizations. This includes managing user and security settings; providing technical assistance; and monitoring use of the system to ensure compliance with state and national policies.

• Train partners and table staff on: NGP-VAN and other tools, targeting techniques (including the use of statistical models), and best practices for using data effectively.

• Prepare program analysis and make strategic recommendations to inform tables’ program plans as well as individual partner plans.

• Improve State Voices partners’ data through list matching, training on better data hygiene and data collections practices.

• Produce reports and other materials needed to track, support, and coordinate table and partner work.

• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess many, if not all, of the following qualifications:

● Minimum one year of experience as a VAN administrator.

● An understanding of common direct voter contact programs

● A minimum of 2 years of experience in 501c3 civic engagement organizing, labor or community organizing, or political campaigns preferred.

● Ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively.

● Ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure, be detail-oriented and meet deadlines.

● Microsoft Excel skills.

● Experience working with Tableau preferred.

Term of Employment: This is a full-time salaried position to begin immediately. State Voices will consider engaging an independent contractor for a short-term period of August 1, 2020 to November 27, 2020 to complete specific deliverables.

Compensation: Compensation is $50,000-$55,000/year based on experience.

Location:

Washington, DC and remote candidates will be considered

Reports To:

Deputy Director of Strategic Partnerships

To Apply:

● Send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to: jobs@statevoices.org.

● To ensure your submission is properly routed, use the subject line “National VAN Administrator”

● Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled; however, preference will be given to resumes received by August 28. 

● No calls please.