Civic Engagement Program Manager

The Alaska Center•Anchorage, AK

3d•$63,000 - $67,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Alaska Center Education Fund is seeking a passionate, community-minded, and relationship-builder to serve as our Civic Engagement Program Manager. This position will lead AKCEF’s Civic Engagement Department and programs focused on building community power, increasing civic participation, and supporting the next generation of Alaska’s leaders. The CE Program Manager will lead voter engagement and outreach efforts, recruit and empower volunteers, support voting rights advocacy campaigns, and help ensure community voices shape our future. A key component of this role is managing Rise & Represent Alaska, a leadership development program that recruits, trains, and supports Alaskans interested in serving on state and municipal Boards and Commissions. The program prioritizes leaders who reflect the diversity of Alaska and who have historically been underrepresented in positions of power and leadership, including BIPOC, low-income, young, rural, and women leaders, among others. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator and organizer who is energized by building relationships, engaging communities, and helping Alaskans feel informed and empowered to lead.

Requirements

At least five years of professional experience, with some experience in recruitment and training, and/or leadership development.
Strong local network within Alaska, preferably with communities that are currently underrepresented on local boards and commissions
Passion for The Alaska Center Education Fund’s vision to create a thriving, just, and sustainable future.
Commitment to understanding race, class, gender, and other equity issues in organizing and politics. Commitment to strengthening racial justice, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization, in campaigns, and with partners
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work well independently and on a team
Good project organization skills and self-direction with the ability to focus on details, goals, and deadlines
Strong communication skills, both in person and electronically
Ability to work with a wide variety of people, including elected officials, candidates for office, state agency and local government staff, board and staff, organization members, prospective and current fellows, and national partners in a positive, professional manner;
Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed. Some program and event work on evenings and weekends will be required. Attendance is required for all Boards & Commissions training dates.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude and solution-based approach in high-pressure or difficult situations.
Willing to learn or experience with municipal governments
Ability to travel

Nice To Haves

Community organizing, training and facilitation skills
Electoral campaign experience
Experience with Google-Suite platforms
Experience building effective relationships with diverse community groups working toward a common goal
Experience with Voter Action Network (VAN), EveryAction (EA) and affiliated databases

Responsibilities

Represent The Alaska Center Education Fund at community meetings, coalition spaces, public events, and partner gatherings.
Develop and implement civic engagement programs focused on voter education, community outreach, and leadership development.
Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, coalition members, and alumni statewide
Conduct direct voter contact through canvassing, phone banking, tabling, community events, and relational organizing.
Recruit volunteers to conduct direct voter contact, testify at legislative hearings, help with events, and complete other roles necessary to do our advocacy work. Empower volunteers to become leaders in our campaigns to help shape and inform campaign goals, tactics, and strategies and ensure that the interests and vision of community members help shape our civic engagement work.
Supervise temporary election staff as needed.
Facilitate 1-2 cohorts annually, of the Rise and Represent Alaska program. Create and update training curriculum as needed. Actively recruit participants, speakers, and mentors for each cohort.
Build and deepen the Rise network by creating relationships with participants, alumni, mentors, guest speakers, elected leaders, community leaders, and partner organizations. Build a broad network of Alaskans to identify and recruit candidates for the training program.
Identify and track Boards and Commissions opportunities statewide. Support participants and alumni to apply for open positions. Develop methods to keep program alumni engaged in the program and updated about leadership opportunities in their communities and the state.